Game Idioms
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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 ➺
Meaning: to give up a struggle
Example: After hours of struggling with the complex math problem, Jane decided to throw in the towel. Read more ➺
Meaning: make an inappropriate and wrong decision.
Example: My dad is an expert stock trader and has rarely backed the wrong horse. Read more ➺
Meaning: making a valuable contribution to a group, company, or individual.
Example: I wish to bring to the table the issue of the current tax regime and how it affects our businesses. Read more ➺
Meaning: describing an instance of direct interaction, conflict, or correspondence between two parties.
Example: We had a one-on-one meeting to discuss the details of the project. Read more ➺
Meaning: to carelessly misuse one's wealth
Example: He lost his job for playing ducks and drakes with the funds of a corporation. Read more ➺
