Idioms beginning with I
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Meaning: Exercising strict or harsh control over others, especially through force or authority.
Example: The dictator ruled the country with an iron fist, silencing all dissent. Read more ➺
Meaning: Describes something happening all at once or in a single, sudden action.
Example: The company laid off half its staff in one fell swoop to cut costs. Read more ➺
Meaning: Regarded with disfavor, especially due to a mistake or wrongdoing.
Example: After forgetting our anniversary, Tom was in the doghouse all weekend. Read more ➺
Meaning: A sudden feeling of repulsion toward someone you were attracted to, often triggered by a specific behavior.
Example: She was into him until he started chewing with his mouth open — that gave her the ick instantly. Read more ➺
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 ➺
