All Idioms
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Meaning: be dismissed from the job
Example: If you can't do your job properly, you're going to get the sack. Read more ➺
Meaning: a secret of an embarrassing, guilty or shameful nature that you don't want to disclose
Example: I have come to know that Eric has a skeleton in his cupboard. Read more ➺
Meaning: something that is a basic or essential element of the whole
Example: Darkness is part and parcel of the night. Read more ➺
Meaning: disclose a secret or reveal something prematurely
Example: Lauren finally spilled the beans. She has been promoted to manager, and it's going to upset some people in the office. Read more ➺
Meaning: handle a difficult period of time successfully
Example: There haven't been any tourists this year, and the hotels, campsites, and restaurants are having to weather the storm until things pick up again. Read more ➺
Meaning: The initiative for taking action lies with somebody.
Example: We did what we could, and now the ball is in your court. Read more ➺
Meaning: alert to new trends, ideas, and methods
Example: The mother is glad to know that her son is always on the ball to learn new things in class. Read more ➺
Meaning: present, nearby, close, or easily accessible
Example: My parents are always on hand if we need a babysitter. Read more ➺
time puts everything in its place
Meaning: time is persistent; as it passes eventually, everything goes back to its original state or place
Example: After my breakup with Judy, I couldn't understand why things had to end so tragically, but I now understand time puts everything in its place in my new relationship. Read more ➺
Meaning: official report or guide
Example: The government will be issuing a white paper later this week. Read more ➺
