All Idioms
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Meaning: to seek shelter
Example: We ran for cover as soon as the storm broke. Read more ➺
when the going gets tough, the tough get going
Meaning: to become tougher than the situation in order to be able to overcome it
Example: The company secretary handled the objections very calmly and politely. I truly saw the personification of the fact that when the going gets tough, the tough get going. Read more ➺
the squeaky wheel gets the grease
Meaning: to get something fixed, it is required to make a noise to get attention
Example: My younger brother got far more stuff from my parents when we were kids because the squeaky wheel gets the grease. Read more ➺
the pen is mightier than the sword
Meaning: the power of mass appeal is stronger than the force used against it
Example: I totally believe that the pen is mightier than the sword and will continue to write about my honest opinions even if it irks a few. Read more ➺
when in Rome, do as the Romans
Meaning: to copy popular culture in order to blend in
Example: My mother always told us that when in Rome, do as the Romans. That is how today we are able to get along with any kind of people. Read more ➺
Meaning: the existing condition
Example: The countries are now trying to maintain a status quo with regards to their nuclear arsenal which will help them if the situation gets any worse. Read more ➺
Meaning: very cruel, unkind person
Example: Don't be so cold hearted, forgive them and speak with your children. Read more ➺
Meaning: to escape from somewhere violently
Example: The breakout was so sudden that the guards did not even have the time to process what happened. Read more ➺
Meaning: the beginning of something suddenly
Example: The influenza outbreak had begun that year. Read more ➺
Meaning: to have strong feelings of love for someone
Example: Being in love doesn't mean that you forget about all your responsibilities towards your parents, does it? Read more ➺
