All Idioms
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Meaning: not as simple as it looks
Example: I had done some research, but there's more to the subject than meets the eye. Read more ➺
Meaning: more money going out than coming in
Example: If your bank account goes in the red, the bank will charge you for every transaction. Read more ➺
Meaning: an expensive item with no use or purpose
Example: Everyone thought the Olympic stadiums would be a white elephant after the closing ceremony. Read more ➺
Meaning: under control
Example: Don't worry about a thing; I've got it all in hand. I did it all online. Read more ➺
Meaning: someone who speaks the truth
Example: I really like Ken. He's a straight shooter, that's for sure. Read more ➺
Meaning: make someone work harder by asserting power or authority
Example: We'd better get some work done, or he'll crack the whip when he gets back from his tea break. Read more ➺
Meaning: people will be fired or forced to resign
Example: Heads are going to roll when the boss finds out about the missing stock. Read more ➺
Meaning: something very difficult to understand
Example: I've no idea why Kelly can't make a spreadsheet, and it's not exactly rocket science is it? Read more ➺
Meaning: to be angry, irritable or in a temper
Example: Geoff was in one of his black moods today, and no amount of cajoling could snap him out of it. Read more ➺
Meaning: doing or about to do something illegal or wrong
Example: They caught him red-handed with his fingerprints all over the murder weapon. Read more ➺
