All Idioms

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learning curve

Meaning: the rate of learning new skills

Example: Every employee undergoes a learning curve while getting to know the company. Read more ➺


as simple as that

Meaning: extremely easy to understand or comprehend

Example: There can be no exceptions. Every new recruit has to undergo an orientation course, it's as simple as that. Read more ➺


take stock

Meaning: to think carefully about a situation in order to make a decision

Example: Before deciding on which job to take, Peter has decided to take stock in order to make an informed decision on which choice would be best for him and his family. Read more ➺


all day long

Meaning: the whole day, throughout the entire day

Example: The beggar had to beg all day long before getting enough money to feed his hungry children. Read more ➺


carry on

Meaning: to continue with something

Example: After the huge earthquake the children are still carrying on with their shock. Read more ➺


slow day

Meaning: a day in which not much happens, so it feels like it is taking very long to pass

Example: The shop did not make a lot of money today, we had a slow day. Read more ➺


head start

Meaning: to start ahead of the official start of an event

Example: I know that the paper only has to be in next week, but I would like to get a head start. Read more ➺


speak up

Meaning: raise your voice

Example: Can you speak up because those at the back can barely hear you? Read more ➺


break open

Meaning: to cause something to open suddenly, especially from within

Example: The violent storms shook the very foundation of the house and broke open the doors. Read more ➺


hang on

Meaning: hold on or hold tightly

Example: The child hung on to her mother and would not let go of her hands. Read more ➺


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