All Idioms
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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 ➺
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 ➺
Meaning: raise your voice
Example: Can you speak up because those at the back can barely hear you? Read more ➺
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 ➺
Meaning: hold on or hold tightly
Example: The child hung on to her mother and would not let go of her hands. Read more ➺
Meaning: another way to ask someone, what are you doing?
Example: Seeing me going from room to room with no apparent method, my friend couldn't help but ask what I was up to. Read more ➺
Meaning: used to refer to two or more things occurring together
Example: My mother has the ability to make me laugh and cry at the same time. Read more ➺
Meaning: used to tell someone not to get involved in whatever you have going on
Example: My mother in law was not pleased when we politely told her that the honeymoon plan was none of her business. Read more ➺
Meaning: to have an important standing in society
Example: With the way he barked orders at the workers, everyone got the impression that he is high up in the company. Read more ➺
Meaning: to refer a state of being ready for an event
Example: After putting the luggage in the trunk, we were all set to go on our vacation. Read more ➺
