All Idioms

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Meaning: to be angry at a person or situation

Example: I am so mad at Jane because she broke my favourite pair of earrings. I told her not to borrow my things. Read more ➺

Meaning: slang depicting that a mistake was made.

Example: I really screwed up this time. My wife will never forgive me for forgetting her birthday. Read more ➺

Meaning: the effects of something traumatic

Example: A lot of countries sent help in the aftermath of the earthquake. Read more ➺

Meaning: a harmless lie

Example: Telling your friend that you like their new haircut, when you really don't, is an example of a white lie. Read more ➺

Meaning: to trick somebody

Example: I paid for the package but it was never delivered. After two weeks I realized that I had been taken for a ride. Read more ➺

Meaning: receiving the information

Example: It took me a while to get to know my in-laws and understanding their lifestyle. Read more ➺

Meaning: extremely jealous of another person.

Example: Sally was green with envy when he saw my brand new car. Read more ➺

Meaning: a motivational speech

Example: Last night, I met Sara for a pep talk because I had my interview the very next day. 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: the intensity of the issue can be lowered down by discussion

Example: Don't hesitate to share your problems with me. After all, a problem shared is a problem halved. Read more ➺