List of All Idioms
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Meaning: to be better than what went before
Example: Our family is so competitive. Now that my cousin has gone to university, everyone will expect me and my brother to raise the bar too. Read on
Meaning: not retreat
Example: We stood our ground on the footpath, and then eventually, all the cows moved away. Read on
Meaning: not sticking to the rules
Example: I never thought they would be allowed to do their duties outside the lines. Read on
Meaning: mid-point in recovery, treatment, or progress
Example: Frank has gone into a halfway house after 27 years in prison. Read on
Meaning: shock or surprise at something you see or hear
Example: My fiancé is with someone else - I can't believe my eyes. Read on
Meaning: neat and clean
Example: The house was spick and span when the guests arrived. Jane must have been cleaning for hours. Read on
Meaning: something that has just occurred to us as we speak
Example: Come to think of it, add potatoes and carrots to the list. Read on
Meaning: the presence of something very bad in the best
Example: There's nothing worse than getting a worm in your apple! Read on
Meaning: no fuss or ceremony
Example: Steve is very organised and friendly. When we met him last week, he introduced us all to the team without further ado. Read on
Meaning: criticize, scold or lecture someone
Example: I thought he would approve of my choices, but he ranted on like a Dutch uncle for a whole hour. Read on
