Idioms beginning with L
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let the chips fall where they may
Meaning: let something happen, no matter what happens after that
Example: Honesty demands that you tell the truth about what happened, and let the chips fall where they may. Read more ➺
Meaning: do everything that is possible in order to achieve something
Example: The chief of security said that his team would leave no stone unturned in nabbing the miscreants. Read more ➺
Meaning: in between plenty and abundance
Example: He is been living at rack and manger since the time he joined his new job as a manager. Read more ➺
Meaning: Avoid bringing up old problems or sensitive issues that could cause trouble if reopened.
Example: After years of peace between the families, he chose to let sleeping dogs lie rather than mention the old disagreement. Read more ➺
Meaning: Drink alcohol to the point of intoxication.
Example: He likes to liquor up before heading to the party. Read more ➺
Meaning: what's done is done
Example: The two international rivals shook hands and agreed to let bygones be bygones. Read more ➺
Meaning: extremely awkward, clumsy person
Example: The president has been attacking foreign ministers and even the people in his own party like a bull in a china shop. This has not only led to a lot of criticism but people have started alienating from him. Read more ➺
Meaning: the extensive influence of the authorities
Example: It is not easy for criminals to escape the long arm of the law in a developed country like United Kingdom. Read more ➺
