All Idioms
Page 221 of 239
Meaning: to reach the highest point of success
Example: The music band comprising engineering students is currently on the crest of a wave, with a launch of new album it has planned for next year. Read more ➺
Meaning: to hurry something up
Example: The laundry man better get cracking with our clothes else we will miss the event. Read more ➺
Meaning: to reveal the true identity
Example: The custom's officer recognised the man from a wanted poster and blew his cover right out. Read more ➺
Meaning: make plans based on events that may or may not happen
Example: It is not good to start counting your chickens when you do not even have the cash to start your own venture. Read more ➺
Meaning: a chronic television viewer
Example: My younger sister is a great couch potato; she can watch TV 24 hours a day. Read more ➺
Meaning: to be overprotective towards somebody
Example: The mother wrapped the child up in cotton wool as if it would protect him from all the dangers of the world. Read more ➺
Meaning: Remains calm, relaxed, and untroubled in stressful situations.
Example: She was cool as a cucumber during the emergency. Read more ➺
Meaning: to gain full satisfaction
Example: The man ate food at the buffet to his heart's content. He seemed really happy as he left for home. Read more ➺
Meaning: loss of courage
Example: He got cold feet when heard the news of his transfer to remote area of the country which is hundreds of miles from his home town. Read more ➺
Meaning: to reveal what one is really like
Example: I trusted her blindly, but when I was in need too much and called her for help, she showed her true colors. Read more ➺
