Idioms beginning with I

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on the cards

Meaning: Something very likely to happen, occur or take place.

Example: A promotion is in the cards for him. Read more ➺


in mint condition

Meaning: something used that looks new

Example: She was cautious about buying the vintage t-shirt sight unseen, but the seller assured her it was in mint condition. Read more ➺


in cold blood

Meaning: in a cruel way and without pity or other emotion

Example: One young lady was shot dead in cold blood inside the premises of the shopping complex. Read more ➺


in broad daylight

Meaning: during the daytime

Example: Politicians strongly condemn corruption and nepotism during political rallies, yet they go ahead and misuse public resources in broad daylight. Read more ➺


in at the deep end

Meaning: to start a new job or activity without being prepared for it

Example: Soldiers are thrown in the deep end when they have just joined the army. Read more ➺


in the bad books

Meaning: out of favour

Example: Maria remains in his bad books after the argument between both. Read more ➺


in hot water

Meaning: In trouble or state of shame.

Example: After forgetting his wife's birthday for the second year in a row, Marshall knew he was in hot water the moment he walked through the door. Read more ➺


in the red

Meaning: more money going out than coming in

Example: If your bank account goes in the red, the bank will charge you for every transaction. Read more ➺


in hand

Meaning: under control

Example: Don't worry about a thing; I've got it all in hand. I did it all online. Read more ➺


in light of

Meaning: because of

Example: In light of what happened last week, please take care on the escalators. Read more ➺


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