Idioms beginning with J

just what the doctor ordered

just what the doctor ordered Synonym | Variant exactly what the doctor ordered Meaning exactly what was wanted or needed just the right thing at the right time ... Read on

just in case

just in case Meaning to do something as a precautionary measure to engage in something that is meant as an alternative in case the original does not work ... Read on

joined at the hip

joined at the hip Meaning two people who are inseparable two people closely connected, or always together two people who spend more time together than is usual Example ... Read on

jot or tittle

jot or tittle Meaning A very small amount. A tiny portion of something. Example Sentences I don’t want a jot or tittle of it, I want the whole ... Read on

jump the gun

jump the gun Meaning: start something too soon or early, especially without thinking do something before it should be done act before the proper time begin something before ... Read on

just deserts

just deserts Meaning | Synonyms get what one deserves punishment or reward that is considered to be what the recipient deserved what you deserve what’s coming to you ... Read on

Jack of all trades

Jack of all trades (and master of none) Meaning | Synonyms someone who is competent at many things but does not excel at any of them used to ... Read on

jump in at the deep end

jump in at the deep end Meaning: start a new job or activity without being prepared for it. Example: He is jumping in at the deep end, acting ... Read on

jump to conclusion

jump to conclusion Meaning: form an opinion or judgement hastily. Example: Wait till we get the report; don’t jump to a conclusion.