Important Idioms
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Meaning: to use a phrase which has been coined by someone else but saying it in disbelief.
Example: She wants to practice law because it is a quote – respected – unquote - field. Read more ➺
Meaning: an extremely peaceful atmosphere right before any serious incident or crisis
Example: The family's meeting on property dispute begins today and I'm just sitting down with a cup of coffee, enjoying the calm before the storm. Read more ➺
Meaning: to insult someone
Example: She was afraid that if she wore spectacles to her school, the other kids would call her names. Read more ➺
Meaning: given two options when in fact there is only one choice
Example: This is the dirtiest hotel that I have ever slept in! It is this room or out on the street, it's Hobson's choice. Read more ➺
Meaning: very busy
Example: I am trying to complete my assignment by the weekend and am as busy as a bee. Could we rather meet up next week? Read more ➺
Meaning: to be bearing the main force that came from a blow
Example: The family has borne the brunt of his misdeed for a very long time. I think they should be excused now. Read more ➺
Meaning: to talk openly about something, instead of being silent
Example: She makes no bones about his feelings towards the protestors. Read more ➺
Meaning: a new arrival in a place, group or organization
Example: As I am the new kid on the block I know that I will have to work hard to prove myself. Read more ➺
Meaning: to find a new method/technique
Example: American scientists blazed a trail for preventing Coronavirus in 2020. Read more ➺
Meaning: Exactly right or correct.
Example: The weather forecast was bang on and accurately predicted the storm. Read more ➺
