Idioms beginning with I
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Meaning: to be completed
Example: The work is almost entirely in the can if only he can convince the managing directors to give him a raise now. Read more ➺
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: To be liked and approved of by someone.
Example: After volunteering for several community projects, Mark was in the good books of the town council. Read more ➺
Meaning: In a negative, harmful, or unpleasant manner.
Example: Daniel’s life changed in a bad way after he lost both his job and his apartment. 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: Very quickly; in an instant.
Example: The power went out in the blink of an eye, leaving everyone confused in the dark. Read more ➺
