All Idioms
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up shit creek without a paddle
Meaning: To be in an extremely difficult or unpleasant situation with no apparent way of escaping it.
Example: After his car broke down in the middle of the desert, he realized he was truly up shit creek without a paddle. Read more ➺
Meaning: To be perfect and flawless in every way; to be highly esteemed and admired.
Example: The way he talks about his girlfriend, you'd think she hung the moon, but she's really just an average person. Read more ➺
Meaning: Expressing that a situation; problem; or responsibility is not one's own to deal with.
Example: The neighbors are having a loud party; but I'm just going to stay inside. It's not my circus; not my monkeys. Read more ➺
Meaning: Understand someone's feelings or perspective on a matter; to empathize with their situation.
Example: I've been so stressed with work lately. I feel you; I've been pulling all-nighters too. Read more ➺
Meaning: Gradually during a period; something develops or changes slowly over a duration.
Example: Over time, your skills improve if you practise consistently. Read more ➺
Meaning: A particular way of thinking that a group of people share about a subject or issue.
Example: Many economists belong to one school of thought that supports free-market policies. Read more ➺
Meaning: Something that is difficult to classify and doesn't fit into a clear group.
Example: The new company's business model is neither fish nor fowl, making it hard to classify. Read more ➺
Meaning: Someone who seems unfriendly and who does not share their feelings.
Example: She's a real cold fish; she never offers a word of praise or comfort. Read more ➺
Meaning: A decoy or cover used to hide someone's true purpose or plan.
Example: The proposed reform was just a stalking horse for deeper policy changes. Read more ➺
Meaning: Send a quick digital message to get someone's attention or request a reply.
Example: I'll ping you when the meeting starts. Read more ➺
