All Idioms

raining cats and dogs

Meaning: too much heavy rain

Example: It's raining cats and dogs I am worried about how my kids will reach home. Read more ➺

a bed of roses

Meaning: An easy, pleasant, and comfortable life or situation.

Example: She thought her new job would be a bed of roses, but it came with constant pressure and long hours. Read more ➺

tighten belt

Meaning: Spend less money because of financial difficulties.

Example: When prices keep rising, you may need to tighten your belt and spend less on luxuries. Read more ➺

beat a hasty retreat

Meaning: Leave quickly because of danger, fear, or trouble.

Example: The campers beat a hasty retreat after hearing a bear growling nearby. Read more ➺

at bay

Meaning: Kept under control or prevented from causing harm.

Example: Regular exercise keeps stress at bay during busy weeks. Read more ➺

barking up the wrong tree

Meaning: Accusing: Believing the wrong person is responsible for something.

Example: You're barking up the wrong tree if you think I leaked the information. Read more ➺

bang on

Meaning: Exactly right or correct.

Example: The weather forecast was bang on and accurately predicted the storm. Read more ➺

banana republic

Meaning: A country with a weak government and an economy dependent on a single export or foreign interests.

Example: The nation's dependence on one cash crop caused some observers to describe it as a banana republic. Read more ➺

have a ball

Meaning: To have a great time and enjoy yourself very much.

Example: We have a ball whenever the whole family gets together for the holidays. Read more ➺

back door

Meaning: An indirect or secret way of achieving something.

Example: The deal was completed through a back door arrangement that few people knew about. Read more ➺