All Idioms
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Meaning: Refers to something or someone that is seen as a burden, restriction, or hindrance.
Example: His financial debts have become a ball and chain, preventing him from pursuing his dreams. Read more ➺
Meaning: It represents unmet expectations, especially when it comes to promised reparations or compensation.
Example: Many African Americans view the unfulfilled promise of forty acres and a mule as a symbol of systemic injustice. Read more ➺
Meaning: To become very angry.
Example: When he saw the damage to his car, he saw red and started yelling. Read more ➺
Meaning: To remain valid or true over time.
Example: The contract terms hold good despite the recent policy changes. Read more ➺
Meaning: Indicates being in a difficult or disadvantageous situation, often due to unfavorable circumstances.
Example: After missing the deadline, she found herself behind the eight ball at work. Read more ➺
the good, the bad and the ugly
Meaning: Idiomatic Expression: The phrase has evolved into an idiom describing a comprehensive overview of a situation, encompassing its positive, negative, and unattractive aspects.
Example: In his presentation, he covered the good, the bad and the ugly of the new policy. Read more ➺
Meaning: Instructing someone to either proceed with an activity or abandon it entirely, emphasizing the need to make a decision and act upon it.
Example: The project has stalled; it's time to fish or cut bait. Read more ➺
Example: After the unexpected merger announcement, our company found itself on the back foot in the market. Read more ➺
Meaning: Describes someone who behaves as if they are superior to others and chooses not to engage with them.
Example: Despite his achievements, he never walks around with his nose in the air. Read more ➺
Meaning: An event or situation that alerts people to a problem or danger, prompting them to take action.
Example: The sudden drop in sales was a wake-up call for the company to revamp its marketing strategy. Read more ➺
