All Idioms
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Meaning: not 12 in numbers but 13
Example: The fellow gave me a baker's dozen of cookies. It made my children very happy. Read more ➺
Meaning: to be underway
Example: The project has been in the pipeline since forever. I am not sure if it will ever get completed. Read more ➺
Meaning: To be logical, clear, or easy to understand.
Example: After hearing the witness explain the timeline clearly, the whole story finally made sense. Read more ➺
Meaning: something that is a basic element (of the subject)
Example: The building blocks of success, in my view, come from perseverance and hard work. Read more ➺
Meaning: to bring forth
Example: The meeting has been brought forward by the board and we have to start preparing for it right away. Read more ➺
Meaning: to cause injury or damage to the intended targets
Example: The surgical strikes that the Indian army carried out in the year 2016 were an example of the strength that they hold. The enemy better not mess around here. Read more ➺
Meaning: astonish; surprise; amaze or astound somebody
Example: The ring literally took my breath away. There was a monster of a diamond on it. Read more ➺
Meaning: used to indicated the completion of a task
Example: "It is so amazing that you made it because we heard that it was a very difficult task." Read more ➺
Meaning: for sure
Example: The manager will pull this deal off. You bet on something else about him because this is definitely happening. Read more ➺
Meaning: anything happens; whatever come about
Example: The girl has decided to marry him come what may. She will proceed even if her entire family is against her decision. Read more ➺
