All Idioms
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Meaning: something very funny, diverting, and amusing.
Example: The traffic jam was a total barrel of monkeys. Read more ➺
Meaning: no trouble, no worries, or no problem.
Example: Ever since I embraced a hakuna matata mindset, my life has been easier. Read more ➺
Meaning: one who imitates or copies another's actions, appearance, or ideas.
Example: The startup accused the competitor of being a copycat, claiming they stole their business model and product ideas. Read more ➺
Meaning: making a valuable contribution to a group, company, or individual.
Example: I wish to bring to the table the issue of the current tax regime and how it affects our businesses. Read more ➺
Meaning: in an uncertain situation.
Example: Our plans for the future were left in limbo due to the pandemic. Read more ➺
the apple doesn’t fall far from the tree
Meaning: refers to children resembling or behaving like their parents.
Example: John is very aggressive and outspoken, just like his father. The apple doesn't fall far from the treein John's case. Read more ➺
Meaning: strongly emphasize or reinforce a point.
Example: The instructor repeated the key point slowly to drive home the importance of following safety procedures. Read more ➺
Meaning: refers to strict, inflexible, or unyielding rules, regulations, or principles.
Example: The teacher set hard-and-fast rules about not using cell phones during class. Read more ➺
Meaning: to a great extent—the difference between two or more things is substantial.
Example: She is by far the most talented singer in the competition. Read more ➺
Meaning: to assist or help someone particularly voluntarily.
Example: When my friend was moving to his new house, I offered to lend a hand with preparing, packing, and carrying boxes. Read more ➺
