All Idioms
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Meaning: To miss a chance.
Example: I delayed too long and missed the boat on getting early bird tickets. Read more ➺
Meaning: a purpose in doing something that is seemingly crazy
Example: You may be thinking that I have gone crazy, but there's a method to my madness. Read more ➺
Meaning: Listening eagerly and with great attention.
Example: When the teacher began explaining the surprise project, the class was all ears. Read more ➺
Meaning: standard rules of polite or acceptable behavior
Example: It was ensured by the police that both the parties adhered to the Queensberry rules during their hearing session in the high court. Read more ➺
Meaning: State of alertness or watchfulness, especially due to anticipation of danger or surprise.
Example: The security guards remained on the qui vive throughout the night. Read more ➺
Meaning: put great effort to think of or remember something
Example: I have been racking my brain all day trying to think of place where I kept my car keys. Read more ➺
Meaning: in between plenty and abundance
Example: He is been living at rack and manger since the time he joined his new job as a manager. Read more ➺
Meaning: Avoid bringing up old problems or sensitive issues that could cause trouble if reopened.
Example: After years of peace between the families, he chose to let sleeping dogs lie rather than mention the old disagreement. Read more ➺
Meaning: accomplish two different things at the same time
Example: I have to go to the bank, and on the way back, I'll pick up the groceries as well, killing two birds with one stone. Read more ➺
Meaning: certain actions or activities cannot be performed alone - they need two people to participate
Example: Don't blame me for the argument. It takes two to tango! You are equally responsible. Read more ➺
