All Idioms

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fly too close to the sun

Meaning: Indicates becoming excessively ambitious or greedy, leading to one's downfall.

Example: Despite repeated warnings, Alex flew too close to the sun by investing all his savings in risky stocks. Read more ➺


hue and cry

Meaning: A public clamor or outburst of protest against an issue or action.

Example: The government's new policy sparked a hue and cry from the public, demanding its immediate withdrawal. Read more ➺


shooting fish in a barrel

Meaning: Describes a task that is exceedingly simple to accomplish, often implying an unfair advantage due to the lack of challenge.

Example: Winning the debate against an unprepared opponent was like shooting fish in a barrel. Read more ➺


bee’s knees

Meaning: Refers to something outstandingly good or excellent.​

Example: Emma’s homemade cookies are the bee's knees; I could eat them all day! Read more ➺


go down in flames

Meaning: Experience a complete and utter failure.

Example: Despite months of preparation, their business went down in flames after a major financial setback. Read more ➺


to boot

Meaning: Additionally, used to indicate that something extra is included beyond what has already been mentioned.

Example: She got a promotion, and to boot, she received a bonus. Read more ➺


sow wild oats

Meaning: To engage in a period of youthful indiscretion, often involving promiscuous or reckless behavior before settling down.

Example: In your youth, people often say you should sow your wild oats before settling down. Read more ➺


smell the roses

Meaning: To take the time to enjoy or appreciate things that are often overlooked in daily life.

Example: After months of stress, Sarah decided to stop and smell the roses by taking a weekend off. Read more ➺


final thought

Meaning: In writing, the concluding remark that summarizes key ideas and reinforces the thesis.

Example: Before ending his speech, he shared a final thought on perseverance. Read more ➺


hard launch

Meaning: Official Release: A full-scale public launch of a product or service with extensive marketing.

Example: The company scheduled a hard launch for its new smartphone next month. Read more ➺


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