Idioms beginning with L
Meaning: practically identical in appearance
Example: Those boys could be twins, they are like two peas in a pod. Read on
Meaning: when something seems unlikely to happen
Example: The technological advancement like flying cars is light years away. Read on
Meaning: the biggest part of something
Example: Karen always keeps a lion's share – I won't work with her anymore. Read on
Meaning: very fast and crazily
Example: When Sara told Sam that there is a ghost living next to their room, he changed the room like a bat out of hell. Read on
Meaning: to take it easy
Example: Just lighten up! Everything will be fine. Read on
Meaning: an energetic and volatile person
Example: John is such a live wire; he is a good source of entertainment. Read on
Meaning: in the long run
Example: To make this project successful in the long run, they will need more partners. Read on
Meaning: to be interested in something
Example: I am not sure which couch would look best in our house. I am leaning towards the blue one. What do you think? Read on
Meaning: an informal way of telling someone to run in order to evade capture
Example: We were trespassing on their property. When the alarm went off we had to leg it or we would be caught. Read on
Meaning: existing or persevering for a significant amount of time
Example: The debate on whether man and woman were created equal has been long-lasting and significant. Read on
