All Idioms
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Meaning: A morally correct and virtuous course of behavior.
Example: After his release from prison, he promised to stay on the straight and narrow for his family's sake. Read more ➺
Meaning: Return to a previous location or state: To go back to a place or condition one was in before.
Example: I circled back to the house to get my briefcase Read more ➺
many a slip between the cup and the lip
Meaning: Even when success seems near, unexpected events can still prevent it.
Example: The wedding was planned, but the sudden breakup proved there's many a slip between the cup and the lip. Read more ➺
Meaning: Denotes the very best individuals or items in a group.
Example: The university's scholarship program attracts the cream of the crop from high schools nationwide. Read more ➺
Meaning: A key driver is a major factor that strongly influences a company's performance or success.
Example: Strong customer service is one of the key drivers of our company's long-term success. Read more ➺
Meaning: Describes something or someone beyond saving—completely broken, finished, or morally lost.
Example: With AI doing everything for them, this generation is cooked. Read more ➺
Meaning: Remain silent rather than speaking, especially when it might be expected to say something.
Example: Please speak now or forever hold your peace. Read more ➺
Meaning: Falling for a trap, especially one that manipulates you into an unfavorable situation.
Example: She always tries to provoke him, and he takes the bait every time. Read more ➺
Meaning: Be aware that someone might be secretly listening to a private conversation.
Example: We should talk about the plan later—walls have ears in this building. Read more ➺
Meaning: Children are often listening even when you think they aren't.
Example: Little pitchers have big ears, so maybe save that story for later. Read more ➺
