All Idioms
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Meaning: A mixed or uncertain answer — partly agreeing but partly disagreeing.
Example: When asked if the plan was successful, she replied yes and no, since the goal was met but at a higher cost than expected. Read more ➺
no one knows the day or the hour
Meaning: The exact timing of an important or life-changing event is unknown and cannot be predicted.
Example: The coach reminded the team that no one knows the day or the hour, so they should always stay ready for opportunity. Read more ➺
Meaning: A sudden and complete change in opinion, behavior, or direction.
Example: After months of defending the plan, the director made an about-face and rejected it completely. Read more ➺
Meaning: A person or situation that is attractive or interesting but very disorganized or chaotic.
Example: After the breakup, Jenna was a hot mess, crying one minute and laughing the next. Read more ➺
Meaning: To find faults in someone, often unfairly or with petty criticism.
Example: The manager loved to pick holes in someone's coat, pointing out mistakes instead of giving encouragement. Read more ➺
Meaning: To calm down or relax after being upset, angry, or stressed.
Example: When the argument got heated, her friend told her to chill out and not take things so seriously. Read more ➺
Meaning: To prepare for a fight, argument, or confrontation.
Example: The two rivals began to square off as the crowd gathered around them. Read more ➺
Meaning: In secret; privately; confidentially.
Example: Their love affair blossomed under the rose, away from prying eyes. Read more ➺
Meaning: To relax, rest, or not overexert oneself.
Example: After working all week, she decided to take it easy on Sunday and watch movies at home. Read more ➺
Meaning: Exactly as written or spoken; each word is repeated without change.
Example: The lawyer quoted the contract word for word during the trial. Read more ➺
