Idioms beginning with K
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Meaning: A messy, confusing, or troublesome situation.
Example: After the team leader quit unexpectedly, it left us with a fine kettle of fish right before the deadline. Read more ➺
Meaning: Begin to work or study hard, especially after a period of not doing much.
Example: With exams approaching, it's time to knuckle down and study. Read more ➺
Meaning: A safety mechanism designed to shut down machinery or equipment instantly to prevent harm or damage.
Example: The factory worker activated the kill switch to stop the machine from malfunctioning further. Read more ➺
Meaning: A penname adopted by Elon Musk on X (formerly Twitter), combining "Kek," an internet term for laughter, with "Maximus," referencing the protagonist from the film "Gladiator."
Example: Elon Musk updated his X profile name to Kekius Maximus, sparking widespread curiosity. Read more ➺
Meaning: Bribery Payment: An illicit payment, often disguised as a reward, given to someone in return for facilitating a transaction, especially to influence an outcome favorably.
Example: The contractor offered a kickback to secure the building project. Read more ➺
Meaning: to handle or treat someone in a very delicate or cautious manner.
Example: He handled the sensitive issue with kid gloves to avoid causing offense. Read more ➺
Meaning: pass time aimlessly or without purpose.
Example: Waiting for the bus, she decided to kill time by reading a book. Read more ➺
Meaning: to be on alert and aware of something.
Example: I regularly keep my eyes peeled to identify any new opportunities that come my way at the company. Read more ➺
Meaning: to tell someone to be calm.
Example: I told him to keep his pants on after being punked. Read more ➺
Meaning: say little or nothing about one's opinions or intentions.
Example: I doubted what he said, but I kept my own counsel. Read more ➺
