All Idioms
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Meaning: Used to describe something that is very complex in a ridiculous or silly way.
Example: The inventor proudly displayed a Heath Robinson machine that used ropes, bells, and buckets just to make a cup of tea. Read more ➺
Meaning: Doing something very quickly or in large amounts.
Example: The startup grew hand over fist, signing new customers every week so the team expanded fast. Read more ➺
Meaning: So afraid that you cannot move.
Example: She was scared stiff when she heard someone knocking at her window late at night. Read more ➺
Meaning: To make a mistake or fail to do something you were responsible for.
Example: The manager dropped the ball when he forgot to send the report on time. Read more ➺
Meaning: Intentionally avoiding attention or publicity; keeping oneself unnoticed.
Example: After the controversy, the actor chose to low-profile his public appearances to stay out of the news. Read more ➺
Meaning: A confident, energetic way of working or pushing to get ahead—working fast and hard to make things happen.
Example: She showed real American hustle at the street fair, setting up two booths and selling out before lunch. Read more ➺
Meaning: A promise of something good that is always said to come later but never actually arrives.
Example: After years of unkept political pledges, the people saw the new campaign as just jam tomorrow. Read more ➺
Meaning: Something or someone considered outstanding, admirable, or excellent.
Example: Everyone said the new café was the cat's meow after its grand opening; the pastries and music were perfect. Read more ➺
Meaning: Used to express pleasure or relief that someone or something unwanted has gone or ended.
Example: When the rude customer stormed out of the shop, the cashier muttered good riddance and smiled in relief. Read more ➺
Meaning: A very lucky person — someone who has unusually good fortune.
Example: He won the lottery and bought a new house—everyone in town called him lucky stiff. Read more ➺
