All Idioms
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Meaning: to identify something within a group
Example: I have to go to the office to point out the person that keeps jamming the printer. Read more ➺
Meaning: this is a boxing metaphor meaning don't shy away from difficulty
Example: You're going to have to take it on the chin when your father gets home and sees what you've done. Read more ➺
you can’t teach an old dog new tricks
Meaning: you cannot make others change their habits
Example: I tried to make my grandmother learn how to use a smartphone but it was just like you can't teach an old dog new tricks. Read more ➺
Meaning: whatever is happening now will be surpassed by something better in the future
Example: I am glad that you are enjoying your holiday,the best is yet to come. Read more ➺
Meaning: to have a try at something
Example: I have never eaten sushi, but I will give it a shot. Read more ➺
Meaning: to alternate doing something
Example: I understand that everybody wants to try driving, but you will have to take turns. Read more ➺
Meaning: a wealthy person or company who spends their money in a risky way, often by making risky investments that can offer large rewards
Example: I would never invest money in their company. They are high rollers and I cannot afford that kind of risk. Read more ➺
Meaning: a very crude way of telling someone to stop doing something that you do not like
Example: Please cut the crap and tell us what really happened at his birthday party. Read more ➺
Meaning: to be annoyed by someone
Example: My sister really knows how to wind me up. Read more ➺
Meaning: to be good enough
Example: Your exam results this term were not up to the mark. Read more ➺
