Important Idioms
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Meaning: the effects of something traumatic
Example: A lot of countries sent help in the aftermath of the earthquake. Read more ➺
Meaning: receiving the information
Example: It took me a while to get to know my in-laws and understanding their lifestyle. Read more ➺
Meaning: all the routes are directed towards the center
Example: Take any route of your choice because all roads lead to Rome. Read more ➺
get the wrong end of the stick
Meaning: to understand something in the wrong way
Example: When Jack and Taylor arrived at the award function together, everyone got the wrong end of the stick. Read more ➺
Meaning: the outcome of something that you have done.
Example: As a result of this mishap, he was not on work for a week. Read more ➺
Meaning: a difficult path to be followed
Example: It is against the grain for me to tackle dishonest people. Read more ➺
Meaning: something which was not planned to happen
Example: He told himself that it was by chance so as to bring peace to his mind. Read more ➺
Meaning: to underestimate the value of something or someone
Example: I took the weather for granted when I lived in America. Now I am struggling to get used to the cold. Read more ➺
Meaning: to be interested in something
Example: I am not sure which couch would look best in our house. I am leaning towards the blue one. What do you think? Read more ➺
Meaning: used to accept a challenge or bet
Example: Max: I challenge you to join me in my 100km run this month. Samuel: You're on! Read more ➺
