All Idioms
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Meaning: come to the point
Example: We haven't got all day for this discussion. Let's cut to the chase. Read more ➺
between a rock and a hard place
Meaning: having two very bad choices
Example: I hate my job but cannot quit owing to my economic condition. I'm stuck between a rock and a hard place Read more ➺
Meaning: Used when surprised by an unexpected encounter or connection.
Example: I ran into my childhood friend in Paris—it's a small world! Read more ➺
Meaning: holding a grudge or grievance
Example: He's always picking up fights with everyone. He seems to have a chip on his shoulder. Read more ➺
Meaning: start something too soon or early, especially without thinking
Example: The media jumped the gun and gave out their verdict of the scandal even before the investigation was complete. Read more ➺
Meaning: extremely pleased or happy
Example: Judy was over the moon when Tim proposed to her. Read more ➺
Meaning: Start studying intensely, especially for an exam or academic purpose.
Example: Finals are next week, so it's time to hit the books. Read more ➺
Meaning: a short distance
Example: His workplace is a stone's throw away from his home. Read more ➺
let the chips fall where they may
Meaning: let something happen, no matter what happens after that
Example: Honesty demands that you tell the truth about what happened, and let the chips fall where they may. Read more ➺
Meaning: excited and happy.
Example: His wife was tickled pink when he sent her flowers and gifts at work for no reason. Read more ➺
