Food Idioms
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Meaning: Summarized in a very short and clear way, using only the most essential details.
Example: In a nutshell, the meeting was about improving customer service. Read more ➺
Meaning: Refers to eating very little or consuming small amounts of food.
Example: She always eats like a bird, barely finishing half of her salad. Read more ➺
Meaning: Reviving past work: Refers to an artist revisiting or reviving elements of their earlier work.
Example: The director was accused of reheating nachos by remaking the classic film without adding new elements. Read more ➺
Meaning: To suffer the consequences of one's actions without assistance.
Example: After realizing his mistake, he had to stew in his own juice without expecting any help. Read more ➺
Meaning: It describes anything that is fashionable, stylish, in vogue, or conforms to the current trends.
Example: The restaurant's decor is à la mode, featuring the latest interior design trends. Read more ➺
Meaning: a person who is clever, intelligent, or sharp in thinking and problem-solving.
Example: Jane is a smart cookie; she solved the puzzle in minutes. Read more ➺
Meaning: a person who is strong and resilient in difficult situations.
Example: Despite the setbacks, Jenna proved she was a tough cookie and finished the project on time. Read more ➺
Meaning: to make something more exciting or interesting.
Example: They decided to spice things up by planning a surprise party for their anniversary. Read more ➺
as different as chalk and cheese
Meaning: used to describe two things that are completely different from each other in every way.
Example: Though they are twins, their interests are as different as chalk and cheese. Read more ➺
Meaning: a person who frequently drops things.
Example: Mark, our star receiver, turned into a butterfingers and dropped the ball at the crucial moment. Read more ➺
