Death Idioms
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Meaning: To deliberately ignore someone in public, often as an insult.
Example: At the reunion, she cut him dead after everything that happened. Read more ➺
Meaning: To recover after complete destruction, failure, or loss.
Example: After the devastating fire, the small town managed to rise from the ashes by rebuilding homes and businesses. Read more ➺
Meaning: Extremely weak, tired, or about to collapse.
Example: After hiking all day in the heat, Sarah was on her last legs and could barely keep moving. Read more ➺
Meaning: A vow of lifelong commitment, usually in marriage, promising to remain together until one partner dies.
Example: During their wedding, Sarah and John promised to love each other till death do us part, vowing to face all challenges together. Read more ➺
Meaning: Accept death peacefully, often feeling content or fulfilled.
Example: After seeing his family gathered one last time, he died with a smile. Read more ➺
Meaning: Refers to the afterlife or spiritual realm beyond death.
Example: After his grandmother passed, he believed she was at peace on the other side. Read more ➺
Meaning: Publicly display the body of a high-ranking figure after death.
Example: Thousands gathered at the Capitol to view the president's body as it lay in state. Read more ➺
Meaning: Refers to the quietest, darkest part of the night, usually around midnight or just after.
Example: He left the house in the dead of night to avoid being seen. Read more ➺
Meaning: Unquestionably lifeless; entirely devoid of life or function.
Example: After the power outage, the old radio was dead as a doornail. Read more ➺
Meaning: to express extreme respect and honor for a luminary who has passed away,
Example: After his tragic death, many supporters and activists gathered to say, 'Rest in power, our hero.' Read more ➺
