Idioms beginning with I
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Meaning: Summarized in a very short and clear way, using only the most essential details.
Example: In a nutshell, the meeting was about improving customer service. Read more ➺
Meaning: A place of intellectual isolation, where scholars or experts focus on theory rather than real-world issues.
Example: Professors in their ivory tower often debate theories with little regard for real-world applications. Read more ➺
Meaning: Acting impulsively due to strong emotions without careful thought.
Example: She apologized for the harsh words spoken in the heat of the moment. Read more ➺
Meaning: Describes information that is heard but immediately forgotten or ignored.
Example: I told him about the meeting, but it went in one ear and out the other; he missed it entirely. Read more ➺
Meaning: likely or about to happen soon; imminent.
Example: The project's completion was in the offing, with only a few details left to finalize. Read more ➺
Meaning: something is certain to be achieved or secured.
Example: The deal was finally in the bag after a few rounds of tough negotiations. Read more ➺
Meaning: It implies that the quantity mentioned is the minimum, with the possibility of it being greater.
Example: She ate five slices of pizza, if not more, at the party. Read more ➺
Meaning: in an uncertain situation.
Example: Our plans for the future were left in limbo due to the pandemic. Read more ➺
Meaning: place of, in place of, or instead of.
Example: The employee received a cash payment in lieu of vacation days she was unable to take. Read more ➺
Meaning: on trial in court, especially in a criminal case.
Example: The accused man was placed in the dock, ready to face trial. Read more ➺
