All Idioms
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Meaning: To motivate someone to act quickly or with energy.
Example: The coach had to light a fire under the team after their poor first-half performance. Read more ➺
Meaning: A relationship or union formed for practical, financial, political, or social advantage rather than love.
Example: They entered into a marriage of convenience to strengthen their family businesses. Read more ➺
Meaning: A former romantic partner or lover from the past.
Example: She ran into an old flame at the class reunion. Read more ➺
Meaning: Approximately; an estimate that allows for slight variation.
Example: The trip will take five hours, give or take. Read more ➺
Meaning: To make a bold or risky decision, often after hesitation.
Example: After months of doubt, she decided to take the plunge and start her own company. Read more ➺
Meaning: A state of deep happiness and harmony in marriage.
Example: They were still in wedded bliss during their first year together. Read more ➺
Meaning: In a difficult or problematic situation.
Example: I'm in a fix because I forgot my wallet at home. Read more ➺
Meaning: To maintain fairness or impartiality in judgment or decision-making.
Example: She strove to hold the scales even when mediating the dispute between her colleagues. Read more ➺
Meaning: A heated argument, quarrel, or conflict where emotions run high.
Example: The boardroom was tense, and feathers fly when the team debates budget cuts. Read more ➺
Meaning: A joyful, idealized conclusion to a story or situation, often implying lasting happiness.
Example: After overcoming many challenges, they lived happily ever after in their cozy village. Read more ➺
