Important Idioms
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Meaning: by no means
Example: We went to see that new action film on Thursday night and it was anything but good, in fact, I fell asleep. Read more ➺
Meaning: a person who doesn't fit into societies norm
Example: How he got the job I will never know. He's like a square peg in a round hole. Read more ➺
Meaning: In conflict or disagreement with someone or something.
Example: The two politicians are often at odds over economic policy, leading to heated debates. Read more ➺
Meaning: to be of advantage to someone
Example: His years of experience in the spoken English field has stood him in good stead. Read more ➺
Meaning: exactly
Example: We got our water balloons fully filled and threw smack dab at their heads. It was fun, I tell you! Read more ➺
Meaning: to stop wasting a lot of time in useless or boring or trivial works
Example: You are working over 100 hours a week, dude, get a life! Read more ➺
Meaning: an event that is most likely going to happen soon
Example: I have seen the way your boss praises your work. I am sure that a promotion is on the horizon. Read more ➺
Meaning: to do something immediately
Example: I promise to complete my homework right away. Read more ➺
Meaning: to make it to the end of a particularly arduous or stressful experience
Example: I didn't think we would get through the last week of exams. Read more ➺
Meaning: full of energy and enthusiasm
Example: Even though my grandmother is in her 80s, she is still full of vim and vigor. Read more ➺
