Idioms beginning with L
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Meaning: the biggest part of something
Example: Karen always keeps a lion's share – I won't work with her anymore. Read more ➺
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 more ➺
Meaning: an energetic and volatile person
Example: John is such a live wire; he is a good source of entertainment. Read more ➺
Meaning: far away in the future
Example: To make this project successful in the long run, they will need more partners. Read more ➺
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 more ➺
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 more ➺
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 more ➺
Meaning: to eagerly await something
Example: I am looking forward to seeing my best friend next weekend. I have not seen him for six months. Read more ➺
Meaning: to have absolutely no need for something
Example: I need a new friend is like a hole in the head, I am good to be single. Read more ➺
