Idioms beginning with G
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Meaning: occurrence of something shocking
Example: Good grief, is she going to kick her brother in front of the entire school? This is really shocking for me. Read more ➺
Meaning: an affectionate way of wishing someone a good night's sleep
Example: I am going to bed now. Good night, sleep tight. Read more ➺
Meaning: to do what other people are doing in any particular situation
Example: Kevin didn't want to be part of the protest, but all his friends wanted to stand for something, so he chose to go with the flow. Read more ➺
Meaning: irritate somebody
Example: She got my goat the moment she said my mother was no good at parenting. Read more ➺
Meaning: to leave a place in order to start a journey
Example: If we get off before five o'clock the traffic will not be as bad. Read more ➺
Meaning: to have a try at something
Example: I have never eaten sushi, but I will give it a shot. Read more ➺
Meaning: to stop trying to figure something out
Example: John was so tired of trying to fix the stove that he decided to give up and phone an electrician. Read more ➺
Meaning: to catch up to someone after they have gone
Example: Leo has decided to go after his dreams with all that he has. Read more ➺
grass is always greener on the other side
Meaning: to think that other's part is better than mine
Example: The lawyer always thought that the grass is greener on the other side and left his profession to become an MBA graduate. Guess what? He is still struggling to find a job. Read more ➺
God helps those who help themselves
Meaning: Success is more likely when a person takes initiative instead of waiting for help.
Example: He stopped making excuses and started working harder, believing that God helps those who help themselves. Read more ➺
