Idioms beginning with H
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Meaning: It literally means what it says, that is, a person has not had better of whatever it is that is being discussed before.
Example: You should not have broken up with her. You have never had it so good with anyone else. Read more ➺
Meaning: to wait
Example: Hold your horses! We have not won yet, so don't start celebrating. Read more ➺
Meaning: Start studying intensely, especially for an exam or academic purpose.
Example: Finals are next week, so it's time to hit the books. Read more ➺
Meaning: wait, be patient till things work out
Example: Our company is going through tough times, but we're hanging in there; things will surely work out. Read more ➺
Meaning: Describe something with total accuracy.
Example: Your analysis really hit the nail on the head. Read more ➺
Meaning: to hear rumours about something
Example: I heard on the grapevine that he was being promoted, but I don't know anything further. Read more ➺
Meaning: avoid dealing or being associated with
Example: You should have no truck with those few in your class. They are just trying to misuse your trait of helping others. Read more ➺
Meaning: daydreaming or absentminded
Example: He roams around all night with his head in the clouds. Read more ➺
Meaning: given two options when in fact there is only one choice
Example: This is the dirtiest hotel that I have ever slept in! It is this room or out on the street, it's Hobson's choice. Read more ➺
Meaning: to show modesty towards something or someone
Example: The man kept hiding his light under a bushel even though the whole neighbourhood is aware of his cleanliness initiatives for the society. Read more ➺
