All Idioms
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Meaning: to intentionally provoke or instigate a confrontation with someone who is known to be easily angered or irritated.
Example: Criticizing the boss's decisions is a sure way to poke the bear at work. Read more ➺
Meaning: a phrase used to emphasize that a person's character comes before their appearance.
Example: Jacob learned the hard way that a charming smile doesn't guarantee a good heart—beauty is only skin-deep. Read more ➺
Meaning: refers to the transfer or influence of qualities, behaviors, or characteristics from one person to another.
Example: The instructor patiently explained the technique, ensuring that the knowledge would rub off on the students. Read more ➺
Meaning: get rid of any intense feelings or strong emotions.
Example: After a long week at work, I like to blow off steam by going for a run in the park. Read more ➺
Meaning: a guess without much information or certainty.
Example: It's hard to tell the time without a clock, but I'll take a shot in the dark and say it's past midnight. Read more ➺
Meaning: to give up a struggle
Example: After hours of struggling with the complex math problem, Jane decided to throw in the towel. Read more ➺
Meaning: to reveal a secret by mistake.
Example: I wanted to keep my job offer a secret, but my little brother overheard and let the cat out of the bag. Read more ➺
Meaning: to act bravely and courageously in a challenging situation.
Example: Tom gritted his teeth, overcame his fear of heights, and climbed the ladder. Read more ➺
Meaning: used to emphasize how charming something or someone is.
Example: Extremely gorgeous: "She walked into the room looking drop-dead gorgeous." Read more ➺
Meaning: a sudden and encouraging effect on something.
Example: The speech was an absolute shot in the arm for the crew members aboard the ship. Read more ➺
