All Idioms
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Meaning: extend beyond or above a surface
Example: The blood vessels in the back of his right leg stood out. Read more ➺
Meaning: the procedure of becoming healthy again
Example: The Grecian Government was supposed to put Europe on the road to recovery from the Economic and financial crisis. Read more ➺
Meaning: a mistake in speech (or writing)
Example: The election bill was altered, by what I believe was a slip of the pen. Read more ➺
Meaning: in addition to
Example: Firefighters always go over and above to ensure that people are safe. Read more ➺
Meaning: again and again
Example: I have cleaned up this mess over and over again but ever time I come back it is dirty again. Read more ➺
Meaning: said when someone is finished talking
Example: I have told you that you will not be going to the party. There will be no further discussion. Over and out. Read more ➺
Meaning: having a tendency to something - usually awful or unfortunate
Example: Kindly drive slow; this road is prone to accidents. Read more ➺
Meaning: to leave a place in order to start a journey
Example: If we get off before five o'clock the traffic will not be as bad. Read more ➺
Meaning: to improve in health after an illness
Example: After a long illness he is finally on the mend. Read more ➺
Meaning: to eagerly await something
Example: I am looking forward to seeing my best friend next weekend. I have not seen him for six months. Read more ➺
