Game Idioms
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Meaning: To have great or unexpected success or luck.
Example: After launching her online shop, she hit the jackpot when a celebrity endorsed her products. Read more ➺
Meaning: To avoid being found, noticed, or contacted; to dodge someone or something.
Example: The politician kept playing hide and seek with the press to avoid tough questions. Read more ➺
Meaning: A neutral facial expression that hides feelings or thoughts.
Example: She heard the verdict but kept a poker face, so no one knew what she really felt. Read more ➺
Meaning: In a confused or disorderly manner; hastily or chaotically, often with urgency.
Example: The crowd rushed pell-mell out of the stadium when the alarm sounded. Read more ➺
Meaning: Defeat someone completely in a contest, game, or fight.
Example: She wiped the floor with someone in the final tennis match. Read more ➺
Meaning: A "maiden century" refers to a cricketer's first-ever score of 100 runs in a single innings.
Example: The young batsman celebrated his maiden century with great enthusiasm. Read more ➺
Meaning: starting over from the beginning after a failure or setback.
Example: After the software crashed, the team had to go back to square one. Read more ➺
Meaning: to engage in a purchase or activity that exceeds one's financial limitations or budgetary constraints.
Example: The new smartphone was so expensive it nearly broke the bank, but she couldn't resist buying it. Read more ➺
Meaning: to be in charge of what is happening and what should happen.
Example: The security forces will call the shots all around during the political gatherings. Read more ➺
Meaning: refers to a controversial or sensitive topic that people avoid discussing.
Example: The topic of religious beliefs can often be a hot potato, with individuals having sensitive feelings. Read more ➺
