All Idioms
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Meaning: achieve extraordinary results under pressure.
Example: I know I will rise to the occasion when challenges arise. Read more ➺
Meaning: a person who is disregarded as lacking character or morality.
Example: He's just a man of straw, easily manipulated by powerful people. Read more ➺
Meaning: to be on alert and aware of something.
Example: I regularly keep my eyes peeled to identify any new opportunities that come my way at the company. Read more ➺
Meaning: a street, road, or alley that closes at one end.
Example: I've been researching this problem for days, and I think I'm in a blind alley. There doesn't seem to be any way around it. Read more ➺
Meaning: to cry about past events that cannot be undone.
Example: While it's sad that the results have not been as good as you expected, you should now focus on moving ahead and achieving better results next time; there is no use crying over spilt milk. Read more ➺
Meaning: to lead an exciting or dangerous lifestyle.
Example: He's always been an adrenaline junkie and loves to live on the edge. Read more ➺
Meaning: meeting or seeing someone in person.
Example: We need to have a face-to-face meeting in order to sort out this issue. Read more ➺
Meaning: a position or job with no hope of progress; a blind alley.
Example: The interlocutors have reached a dead end in their efforts to discover a peaceful solution to the imbroglio. Read more ➺
Meaning: describing an instance of direct interaction, conflict, or correspondence between two parties.
Example: We had a one-on-one meeting to discuss the details of the project. Read more ➺
Meaning: to be extravagant or spend a lot of money on something, particularly for a celebration.
Example: Let us push the boat out and celebrate the win with a fancy dinner tonight. Read more ➺
