All Idioms
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Meaning: to be completed
Example: The work is almost entirely in the can if only he can convince the managing directors to give him a raise now. Read more ➺
Meaning: be a great commercial success
Example: These books are selling like hotcakes. Read more ➺
Meaning: very easy task
Example: Don't worry, Sophie - this job interview will be a piece of cake for you - you have all the skills they need and I think you're absolutely the best candidate. Read more ➺
Meaning: very early in the morning
Example: We shared, cared and cheered until we were at the crack of dawn. Read more ➺
Meaning: to do what is the best course of action in the given situation
Example: The best detective from the police department is on the case and we will be hearing about the culprit being nabbed very soon now Read more ➺
Meaning: to get into something that is messy, has problems and is unwanted
Example: The can of worms was wide open when he asked her about her past. Read more ➺
Meaning: to be filled up to the brim
Example: The meal was absolutely delicious but now I am bursting at the seams. Read more ➺
Meaning: to politely refuse something
Example: The argument was quite wonderful in his opinion but I beg to differ. I never enjoy political debates. Read more ➺
Meaning: to not be in debt
Example: The employees were in the black until the management wrapped up the entire business. Read more ➺
Meaning: set the ending to a concerned issue
Example: The accountant closed the books and that was the end of your 40 year old favourite sweet shop. Read more ➺
