All Idioms

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knuckle down

Meaning: Begin to work or study hard, especially after a period of not doing much.

Example: With exams approaching, it's time to knuckle down and study. Read more ➺


eyeball

Meaning: To estimate or judge something by visual assessment without precise measurement.

Example: I didn’t have a scale, so I just eyeballed the amount of sugar for the recipe. Read more ➺


under someone’s thumb

Meaning: Completely controlled by someone; at someone's command.

Example: Despite his public bravado, he was under his manager's thumb when it came to career decisions. Read more ➺


spill the tea

Meaning: To share gossip or reveal personal information, especially of a sensitive nature.

Example: After the meeting, Sarah couldn't wait to spill the tea about the manager's unexpected resignation. Read more ➺


ghosting

Meaning: Suddenly cutting off all communication with someone without explanation.

Example: After weeks of texting daily, he completely ghosted her, leaving her confused. Read more ➺


throw shade

Meaning: subtly express contempt or disdain for someone, often through indirect comments or gestures.

Example: During the meeting, she threw shade at his proposal by smirking whenever he spoke. Read more ➺


risk it for the biscuit

Meaning: To take a risk in hopes of obtaining a reward.

Example: He decided to risk it for the biscuit by investing in the startup. Read more ➺


let him cook

Meaning: Allowing someone to proceed with their actions, especially when they are performing well or have potential, without interference.

Example: Despite initial doubts about his unconventional strategy, the coach decided to let him cook, resulting in a surprising victory. Read more ➺


move the needle

Meaning: To cause a noticeable or measurable change in a situation or condition.

Example: The new marketing strategy helped move the needle on our quarterly sales figures. Read more ➺


many happy returns of the day

Meaning: Used to wish someone a happy birthday, expressing the hope that they will experience many more joyful birthdays in the future.

Example: Many happy returns of the day, John! Hope your birthday is wonderful. Read more ➺


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