Idioms beginning with L
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Meaning: Allowing someone to proceed with their actions, especially when they are performing well or have potential, without interference.
Example: Despite initial doubts about his unconventional strategy, the coach decided to let him cook, resulting in a surprising victory. Read more ➺
Meaning: Describes a skill that, once learned, is never forgotten, even after a long period without practice.
Example: After years away from the piano, she found playing again was like riding a bike. Read more ➺
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 ➺
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 ➺
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 ➺
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 ➺
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 ➺
Meaning: aging; elderly.
Example: He's getting a bit long in the tooth to be playing professional football. Read more ➺
Meaning: difficult to understand.
Example: The technical manual was all Latin and Greek to me. Read more ➺
Meaning: to be very wealthy or affluent.
Example: He recently sold his company; he's loaded. Read more ➺
