All Idioms
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Meaning: thoughts of very intelligent people are similar to each other
Example: The two of us had the same idea at the same time. Well, great minds think alike! Read more ➺
Meaning: someone who tries to help people in trouble or need
Example: The beggar was lying shivering on the road when a good Samaritan came along and gave him a blanket and some warm clothes. Read more ➺
Meaning: risk everything and go for an all out effort
Example: Realizing that they would be out of the competition if they lost this match, the players went for broke. Read more ➺
Meaning: be poorly received by an audience
Example: The joke he cracked went down like a lead balloon. Read more ➺
Meaning: to get away
Example: The police were on the criminal's trail but in the end he managed to give them the slip. Read more ➺
Meaning: accept something and move on
Example: I know you are bitter about losing that job, but try to get over it and find another one. Read more ➺
Meaning: To begin discussing the most important facts of a matter.
Example: After the introductions, the team get down to brass tacks and discussed the project budget in detail. Read more ➺
Meaning: go from being very poor to being very wealthy
Example: He went from rags to riches after his roadside performances were noticed by a famous movie maker and he was offered roles in his movies. Read more ➺
Meaning: To raise the middle finger as an insulting gesture.
Example: Jake flipped the bird at the reckless driver after nearly getting hit in traffic. Read more ➺
Meaning: A brief but intense effort or success that doesn't lead to lasting or repeated results.
Example: It seemed promising early on, but flash in the pan efforts often fizzle without follow-through. Read more ➺
