All Idioms
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Meaning: A critical or disastrous situation arising from the powerful convergence of multiple factors.
Example: The economic downturn, coupled with rising unemployment and inflation, created a perfect storm for the nation's financial crisis. Read more ➺
Meaning: Be in a very dangerous situation or state; to be very close to death, failure, etc.
Example: The company's future is hanging by a thread after the recent financial crisis. Read more ➺
Meaning: Fabricated entirely; without any basis in fact. This definition indicates that something is completely made up, with no grounding in reality.
Example: The entire story he told about meeting a famous celebrity was made out of whole cloth to impress his friends. Read more ➺
Meaning: Metaphorical Usage: An action or thing intended to conceal something embarrassing or shameful, often inadequately.
Example: The company's charitable donation was merely a fig leaf to distract from its environmental violations. Read more ➺
Meaning: Reckless or irresponsible manner: Engaging in actions without regard for consequences or the welfare of others.
Example: The CEO was criticized for playing fast and loose with company funds, leading to financial instability. Read more ➺
Meaning: The lowest possible point of a situation or condition, often referring to despair or hardship.
Example: After losing his job and house, John realized he had hit rock bottom. Read more ➺
Meaning: Making choices guided by personal emotions and instincts instead of external advice.
Example: She chose to follow her heart and opened her dream bakery in the countryside. Read more ➺
Meaning: Lacking empathy, kindness, or compassion.
Example: The manager’s decision to fire his employees without any explanation showed his heart of stone. Read more ➺
Meaning: stay committed under all conditions, no matter how challenging or difficult.
Example: My best friend has supported me through thick and thin. Read more ➺
Meaning: To begin to love someone deeply.
Example: After years of friendship, she finally decided to give her heart to him. Read more ➺
