All Idioms
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Meaning: to allow someone enough freedom or autonomy to make mistakes or bring about their own downfall.
Example: The CEO gave the manager enough rope, knowing his mistakes would soon become evident. Read more ➺
Meaning: an informal way to say sorry for using bad language.
Example: This project is a complete clusterfuck; pardon my French. Read more ➺
Meaning: used to apologize for using profanity or offensive language.
Example: That meeting was a complete disaster, excuse my French, but it was just a load of bullshit. Read more ➺
Meaning: as expected under the circumstances.
Example: Finding traffic on the way to work is par for the course in this city. Read more ➺
Meaning: in need of money or experiencing financial difficulties.
Example: After losing his job, he found himself hard up and unable to pay the bills. Read more ➺
Meaning: to be in charge or control of a group or activity.
Example: After the merger, it became clear that the new CEO would rule the roost in the restructured company. Read more ➺
Meaning: to have a good understanding or proficiency in modern technology.
Example: The new hire is very tech-savvy; she quickly adapted to our complex software systems. Read more ➺
Meaning: referring to the feeling of jealousy or envy.
Example: After seeing her friend's new car, Maria felt the green-eyed monster creeping up inside her. Read more ➺
Meaning: An informal phrase used to describe a person's intelligence or ability to think and reason.
Example: It doesn't take a lot of gray matter to solve this simple puzzle. Read more ➺
Meaning: to have an effect on (someone or something), often a negative one.
Example: The years of hard work and stress began to tell upon his health, leaving him fatigued and unwell. Read more ➺
