Law Idioms
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Meaning: any document or publication, which is bound in red and serves as an official collection of rules, regulations, laws, or legal principles.
Example: I will need to consult the red book to determine whether there is an exception to the rule. Read more ➺
Meaning: make somebody accountable for their conduct.
Example: If Jessica continues with this behavior, I will have no choice but to bring her to book. Read more ➺
Meaning: to be in jail or prison
Example: Before the end of this year, Harrison will be behind bars for his crimes. Read more ➺
Meaning: not retreat
Example: We stood our ground on the footpath, and then eventually, all the cows moved away. Read more ➺
Meaning: denial to allow rebellious activities, usually by rigid and strict application of the rules;
Example: There is zero tolerance towards any gender bias in this company. Read more ➺
Meaning: a principle that is kept to
Example: As a rule of thumb, I do not start a new project on Fridays. Read more ➺
Meaning: existing in fact
Example: English is de facto the common language of much of the world today. Read more ➺
Meaning: having a right or existence as stated by law
Example: The president aims to create a de jure one-party state. Read more ➺
Meaning: Follow rules, procedures, or laws exactly without deviation.
Example: The officer goes by the book, even in emergencies. Read more ➺
Meaning: Choosing to believe someone is honest or innocent even when you are not completely sure.
Example: My coach gave me the benefit of the doubt after I explained why I missed practice. Read more ➺
