All Idioms
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Meaning: Feeling sad, unhappy, or low in spirits.
Example: After losing his job, John looked down in the mouth for several days. Read more ➺
Meaning: To argue about very small or unimportant differences.
Example: The lawyer told them not to split hairs over a ten-minute delay, since the facts of the case were clear. Read more ➺
Meaning: An outcome that is certain to happen; inevitable result.
Example: Because the team had won every match, the championship was a foregone conclusion before the final game began. Read more ➺
Meaning: A neutral facial expression that hides feelings or thoughts.
Example: She heard the verdict but kept a poker face, so no one knew what she really felt. Read more ➺
Meaning: Strong warning: improve your behavior or performance, or leave.
Example: After missing several deadlines, the boss told the employee: shape up or ship out. Read more ➺
Meaning: Everyone present was deeply touched and moved to tears.
Example: The film's last scene was so emotional that there was not a dry eye in the house; people left wiping their faces. (everyone moved to tears) Read more ➺
Meaning: Improper or rude in behavior.
Example: His harsh remarks to the manager were completely out of order. Read more ➺
Meaning: In a confused, disorderly, or chaotic way.
Example: The children scattered helter-skelter when the fireworks began. Read more ➺
Meaning: To follow rules or obey authority.
Example: The new recruits had to toe the line if they wanted to avoid punishment. Read more ➺
Meaning: To show off in a flashy or fancy way.
Example: At the wedding, he really put on the dog with his new tuxedo and gold watch. Read more ➺
