Hard Idioms

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blue-collar

Meaning: of or relating to industrial work, especially the semiskilled and unskilled

Example: They hope the new manufacturing unit on the small town's outskirts will open up the doors for many more blue-collar jobs. Read more ➺


bitter medicine

Meaning: something difficult to accept

Example: Initially, the lockdown during the pandemic was bitter medicine for all. Read more ➺


as busy as a bee

Meaning: very busy

Example: I am trying to complete my assignment by the weekend and am as busy as a bee. Could we rather meet up next week? Read more ➺


a man of action

Meaning: Refers to someone who prefers to do things rather than talk or think about them.

Example: Despite all the debates, a man of action like John wasted no time and started building shelters. Read more ➺


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