Idioms beginning with I
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Meaning: to not be in debt
Example: The employees were in the black until the management wrapped up the entire business. Read more ➺
Meaning: Written clearly so it can be read and understood without confusion.
Example: The rules are in black and white, so there's no misunderstanding. Read more ➺
Meaning: be in somebody's favour or good opinion
Example: He always managed to be in the good books of the bosses, surprised one and all. Read more ➺
Meaning: to say or mean something ill
Example: The teacher did not mean it in a bad way but the student felt insulted at being asked to explain anyway. Read more ➺
Meaning: to become more powerful.
Example: The Jones' have been in the ascendant ever since the 1800's. They are now the most influential family in the United Kingdom, after the Queen's own of course. Read more ➺
Meaning: in an instant
Example: In the blink of an eye, the robber disappeared from the bank with a bag full of cash. Read more ➺
