Idioms beginning with K
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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 ➺
know which side one’s bread is buttered
Meaning: to be cognizant of where one's interests lie in a given situation.
Example: He tries to come across as a neutral party, but he is very aware of which side his bread is buttered on. Read more ➺
Meaning: be secretive or cautious, give nothing away
Example: The children did not know where they were to go for their family holiday trip. Their dad kept his cards close to his chest. Read more ➺
know on which side bread is buttered
Meaning: know what is to one's advantage
Example: She's far too clever to irritate her employer as she knows which side her bread is buttered on. Read more ➺
Meaning: be the undisputed champion
Example: He made £3 million before he was 30, so he is the king of the hill in this industry. Read more ➺
Meaning: difficult or complex problem
Example: The accountant always found the end of the tax year to be a knotty problem. Read more ➺
Meaning: be faithful to your word
Example: How on earth can I marry him when he can't keep his promises? Read more ➺
Meaning: to avoid dealing with a problem
Example: I realise that the house needs to be painted but we are going to move in a few years so I am kicking the can down the road. Read more ➺
