All Idioms

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blow away

Meaning: impress someone very much

Example: This new has has such an interesting story and an amazing ending that it just blew me away. Read more ➺


couldn’t care less

Meaning: Indifference: To have a complete lack of interest or concern about someone or something.

Example: He couldn't care less about what people thought of his eccentric hobbies. Read more ➺


sell out

Meaning: Betraying one’s principles, values, or supporters in exchange for personal gain.

Example: Many fans felt the politician sold out when he abandoned his campaign promises for corporate donations. Read more ➺


running on fumes

Meaning: to continue doing something even when you have no energy left

Example: After two nights of continuous work, I'm running on fumes today. Read more ➺


go the extra mile

Meaning: to make an extra effort

Example: When it comes to weaker students, the teacher goes the extra mile to help them understand. Read more ➺


hang in there

Meaning: wait, be patient till things work out

Example: Our company is going through tough times, but we're hanging in there; things will surely work out. Read more ➺


come out swinging

Meaning: be confrontational

Example: The government came out swinging against the oppositions charges of corruption during the debate. Read more ➺


shoot from the hip

Meaning: speak directly or bluntly, without caring for consequences

Example: Even if you don't agree with your boss' ideas, don't shoot from the hip. It won't augur well for your growth. Read more ➺


cut somebody some slack

Meaning: give additional freedom to someone

Example: I know he is not up to the mark right now but let's cut him some slack. He's new to this environment and needs time to adjust. Read more ➺


leave no stone unturned

Meaning: do everything that is possible in order to achieve something

Example: The chief of security said that his team would leave no stone unturned in nabbing the miscreants. Read more ➺


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