Idioms beginning with L

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let the dust settle

Meaning: waiting until a situation becomes clear or stable after a period of confusion or turmoil.

Example: After the argument, they decided to let the dust settle before talking again. Read more ➺


love me, love my dog

Meaning: Accept me as I am, including my faults and things or people I care about.

Example: If you want to be with me, remember, love me, love my dog. Read more ➺


loaves and fishes

Meaning: The term "loaves and fishes" refers to material or worldly benefits or rewards, often gained from exploiting religious or spiritual activities.

Example: Many critics argue that some televangelists are more interested in loaves and fishes than in genuine ministry. Read more ➺


love is blind

Meaning: if you love someone, you cannot see the faults in that person.

Example: I really don't understand why Mia likes Chris so much. He's very selfish and inconsiderate; and doesn't even treat her well. Well, love really is blind. Read more ➺


lose ground

Meaning: to lose an advantage in a competition or struggle.

Example: The company began to lose ground to its competitors after the new product launch. Read more ➺


long in the tooth

Meaning: aging; elderly.

Example: He's getting a bit long in the tooth to be playing professional football. Read more ➺


Latin and Greek

Meaning: difficult to understand.

Example: The technical manual was all Latin and Greek to me. Read more ➺


to be loaded

Meaning: to be very wealthy or affluent.

Example: He recently sold his company; he's loaded. Read more ➺


look like a million bucks

Meaning: used to compliment someone's overall appearance, including their outfit, grooming, and demeanor.

Example: Emily looks like a million dollars in that dress; it's absolutely stunning on her. Read more ➺


learn the ropes

Meaning: to learn the tricks in order to do something well.

Example: It's important for you to learn the ropes and understand your father's business well before taking it over. Read more ➺


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