Idioms beginning with D
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Meaning: no longer in use.
Example: The world believes that the idea of another Cold War is dead and buried. Read more ➺
Meaning: to carelessly misuse one's wealth
Example: He lost his job for playing ducks and drakes with the funds of a corporation. Read more ➺
Meaning: take someone or something to a given place using a vehicle and leave them there.
Example: Once we were done with the concert, he offered to drop me off at home. Read more ➺
Meaning: send a brief letter.
Example: If you've got a few minutes to spare, you could always drop her a line. Read more ➺
Meaning: doomed, finished, or defeated.
Example: I doubt she'll leave the hospital. Her illness has her down for the count. Read more ➺
Meaning: every day, without respite.
Example: They had to endure the city's dirt and noise day in, day out. Read more ➺
Meaning: to do something that has negative consequences for you, even though these consequences can be easily seen.
Example: She dug her own grave when she started talking behind her boss's back. Read more ➺
Meaning: to do a share of a task.
Example: When people can "do their bit", they are helping support a larger cause. Read more ➺
Meaning: a miserable and unpleasant life
Example: Mark's been leading a dog's life since he was fired from the job. Read more ➺
