Help Idioms
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Meaning: addressing someone's behavior or performance to correct it.
Example: The coach pulled the player up for missing practice and emphasized the importance of commitment. Read more ➺
Meaning: to be useful or convenient, especially at some future time.
Example: The extra money will come in handy when we go on vacation. Read more ➺
Meaning: to assist or help someone particularly voluntarily.
Example: When my friend was moving to his new house, I offered to lend a hand with preparing, packing, and carrying boxes. Read more ➺
Meaning: being in a situation where the preferred or ideal choice is unavailable.
Example: This diet will do in a pinch. It is better than going hungry. Read more ➺
Meaning: to do a share of a task.
Example: When people can "do their bit", they are helping support a larger cause. Read more ➺
Meaning: to stop someone from feeling awkward or embarrassed.
Example: My teacher spoke up to spare the blushes of the new student. Read more ➺
Meaning: under the protection, sponsorship, or patronage
Example: We restored the home under the auspices of the historical society. Read more ➺
Meaning: give or receive assistance to achieve a goal
Example: Completing the summer study program gives pupils a leg up in the following academic year. Read more ➺
Meaning: temporary help (often financial)
Example: When I was at university, my mother always sent me food parcels to tide me over until my next grant cheque came. Read more ➺
Meaning: those in need shouldn't expect too much from what they're given.
Example: In this village you are only going to get these many options for furniture. Learn to live it because beggars can't be choosers. Read more ➺
