All Idioms
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born with a silver spoon in mouth
Meaning: to be born to parents who are rich and have a good social rank
Example: He has never worked hard for anything because he was born with a silver spoon in his mouth. His parents brought everything to him instead. Read more ➺
Meaning: This is an expression of not believing something very strongly.
Example: If you are really able to climb that 8 feet wall by yourself then I'll eat my hat. Read more ➺
Meaning: A place that is very well organized.
Example: I was taken aback when I saw that this place is as nice as ninepence. Read more ➺
if wishes were horses, beggars would ride
Meaning: To wish for things does not yield to anything.
Example: She told me she wanted to become Miss Universe and I said, "If wishes were horses, beggars would ride". How else was I to react to such an absurd thing? Read more ➺
Meaning: Deeply affected by love or strong affection.
Example: She was clearly smitten with the charming barista. Read more ➺
Meaning: be attracted to someone exclusively
Example: Jane was a very popular girl in her college and was surrounded by admirers, but she had eyes only for Steve. Read more ➺
Meaning: Gradually decrease in strength, intensity, or effectiveness, especially of sensations, effects, or emotions.
Example: The painkiller started to wear off after a few hours. Read more ➺
Meaning: fall deeply and completely in love, especially suddenly
Example: Tom and Mary are head over heels in love with each other and are going to get married next month. Read more ➺
Meaning: showing lot of love or affection
Example: We had gone for lunch with our boss and his wife, but it was pretty awkward with a couple getting lovey-dovey a couple of tables away from us. Read more ➺
Meaning: a day of significance
Example: The day that I started my journey towards my real career was a red-letter day for me. Read more ➺
