All Idioms
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Meaning: do something at full speed
Example: I need to submit this assignment in two days' time. I have to put pedal to the metal else I will miss the deadline. Read more ➺
Meaning: go out and enjoy yourself at one or more places in the town
Example: All of us slept till late afternoon after we had a night out on the town and returned after dawn. Read more ➺
Meaning: everyone in agreement
Example: Before we begin with the discussion, I want to make sure that all of us are on the same page. Read more ➺
Meaning: being anxious or nervous
Example: We have been on pins and needles since we got the news that she had been stranded in the hills amidst a landslide. Read more ➺
Meaning: an informal or unofficial statement
Example: I will give you the information regarding what really happened, but strictly off the record. Read more ➺
Meaning: free of a difficult situation
Example: Since it was his first offence, and a minor one at that, he was let off the hook with just a warning. Read more ➺
Meaning: off to a bad start
Example: Their relationship started off on the wrong foot when they had a huge misunderstanding. Read more ➺
Meaning: a very small place
Example: How do you expect all four of us to stay in that room? There's no room to swing a cat in there. Read more ➺
Meaning: not agree for something
Example: The children asked whether they could all go out for a camping trip, but no dice, their parents refused. Read more ➺
Meaning: in a very short amount of time
Example: I'll get that job done in a New York minute if you give it to me. Read more ➺
