Idioms beginning with H
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Meaning: Remain financially stable despite difficulties.
Example: Despite rising expenses, she's managing to head above water. Read more ➺
Meaning: with all the effort you can put into it
Example: He's dedicated to the project heart and soul. Read more ➺
Meaning: a wealthy person or company who spends their money in a risky way, often by making risky investments that can offer large rewards
Example: I would never invest money in their company. They are high rollers and I cannot afford that kind of risk. Read more ➺
Meaning: to disconnect a phone call. It is often used when someone does not want to continue a conversation
Example: If you do not stop complaining then I will hang up on you. Read more ➺
Meaning: to keep quiet when one would rather speak
Example: When she said that she was very hardworking I had to hold my tongue. Read more ➺
Meaning: to start ahead of the official start of an event
Example: I know that the paper only has to be in next week, but I would like to get a head start. Read more ➺
Meaning: hold on or hold tightly
Example: The child hung on to her mother and would not let go of her hands. Read more ➺
Meaning: to have an important standing in society
Example: With the way he barked orders at the workers, everyone got the impression that he is high up in the company. Read more ➺
Meaning: to feel sympathy for someone when they are distressed
Example: Following the aftermath of the hurricane, my heart goes out to all the residents of New Orleans. Read more ➺
Meaning: to refer to something that is already overdue but must be started immediately
Example: After months of being unemployed, it's high time Paul starts a business of his own rather than keep waiting for paid employment. Read more ➺
