Dog Idioms
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Meaning: Regarded with disfavor, especially due to a mistake or wrongdoing.
Example: After forgetting our anniversary, Tom was in the doghouse all weekend. Read more ➺
Meaning: Accept me as I am, including my faults and things or people I care about.
Example: If you want to be with me, remember, love me, love my dog. Read more ➺
Meaning: refers to extreme physical illness or discomfort.
Example: After eating that questionable seafood, he spent the entire night vomiting and feeling as sick as a dog. Read more ➺
Meaning: an elaborate exhibition or presentation.
Example: The company denied spending on the dog and pony shows. Read more ➺
Meaning: used to describe hot, sultry days.
Example: Lemonade is a classic drink to keep yourself cool during the dog days of summer. Read more ➺
Meaning: The term "top dog" means a person, group, or thing in a position of power, particularly after struggling or winning a grueling competition.
Example: Given the latest shakeups, she is hoping that her experience will make her the top dog in the accounting department. Read more ➺
Meaning: one who protects against loss, corruption, waste, or objectionable practices.
Example: Professor Smith was doing a lot of watchdogging during the mid-term exams at Polk High. Read more ➺
Meaning: having a complaint that needs to be discussed.
Example: Jake walked up to Robert and told him that he had a bone to pick with him. 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 ➺
Meaning: argue jealously and violently all the time
Example: The married couple fought like cat and dog the entire time they were together. Read more ➺
