Life Idioms
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Meaning: Used when surprised by an unexpected encounter or connection.
Example: I ran into my childhood friend in Paris—it's a small world! Read more ➺
Meaning: new and exciting practices make life more attractive
Example: I started learning tennis after having tried swimming because variety is the spice of life. Read more ➺
Meaning: the decreasing time of a individual's life.
Example: I shall not leave my parents during their vale of years. Read more ➺
Meaning: prosperous, living well.
Example: The teacher told us to work hard in our education to be in a clover in the future. Read more ➺
Meaning: readily won and readily lost
Example: I won a lot of money at the casino last night but lost it on my way out. Oh well, easy come, easy go. Read more ➺
Meaning: to be overprotective towards somebody
Example: The mother wrapped the child up in cotton wool as if it would protect him from all the dangers of the world. Read more ➺
Meaning: An easy, pleasant, and comfortable life or situation.
Example: She thought her new job would be a bed of roses, but it came with constant pressure and long hours. Read more ➺
Meaning: Still alive and active, especially despite age, illness, or hardship.
Example: Even after his surgery, John is alive and kicking, back at work and feeling stronger each day. Read more ➺
