grist to the mill
Meaning: something that gives a useful advantage.
Example: The recent market research data is grist to the mill for our marketing team, helping them tailor their strategies effectively. Read more ➺
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good faith
Meaning: acting honestly, with pure motives, and without deceiving others.
Example: The contract was negotiated and signed in good faith by both parties. Read more ➺
deliver the goods
Meaning: do what is required.
Example: So far, the team's new player has failed to deliver the goods. He failed to open his account in his first three games. Read more ➺
goody two shoes
Meaning: too virtuous.
Example: She's not a goody-two-shoes, but she's a good woman. Read more ➺
good account of
Meaning: performed well, even if one was not completely successful.
Example: The team played excellently and gave a good account of itself. Read more ➺
pros and cons
Meaning: good points and bad points
Example: There are pros and cons to having children. Read more ➺
nightmare dressed like a daydream
Meaning: Describes something that seems very pleasant or attractive at first but eventually reveals itself as horrible.
Example: Don't let her beauty fool you. She's just a nightmare dressed like a daydream. Read more ➺
make all the difference
Meaning: influence someone or something in a positive way
Example: It will make all the difference when a mother phone calls their daughter before they head out for an interview. Read more ➺
look on the bright side
Meaning: always try to see the good things even in bad situations
Example: Don't worry about your exam score; look on the bright side. It is a significant improvement from the previous exam. Read more ➺
so far so good
Meaning: progress has been satisfactory up to now
Example: Thanks for asking; so far, so good. Read more ➺
