Dog Idioms
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Meaning: It refers to animals that are of use to human beings, mostly used to address dogs.
Example: When his dog died he cried for many days in the memory of his only best friend. Read more ➺
Meaning: Avoid bringing up old problems or sensitive issues that could cause trouble if reopened.
Example: After years of peace between the families, he chose to let sleeping dogs lie rather than mention the old disagreement. Read more ➺
Meaning: something is getting worse than usual.
Example: Have you recently seen their car? It has truly gone to the dogs. Read more ➺
Meaning: very tired
Example: Now, I am dog-tired after three days of the journey. Read more ➺
Meaning: allow somebody else to be criticized or attacked, often in order to protect one.
Example: Don't try to throw my brother to the wolves. I'll tell you the facts about the entire issue. Read more ➺
Meaning: one who prevents others from enjoying something despite having no use for it
Example: Stop being such a dog in the manger and let your sister ride your bike if you're not using it. Read more ➺
Meaning: a very competitive world
Example: The only rule of the marketplace was dog-eat-dog. Read more ➺
Meaning: too much heavy rain
Example: It's raining cats and dogs I am worried about how my kids will reach home. Read more ➺
Meaning: Waste effort by pursuing the wrong goal or path.
Example: The team was barking up the wrong tree by investing in a product nobody wanted. Read more ➺
