All Idioms

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chapter and verse

Meaning: accurate information about something.

Example: Conversations at the university can give you chapter and verse. Read more ➺


in the driver’s seat

Meaning: in control of a situation

Example: The availability of a wide range of products has put the consumer in the driving seat. Read more ➺


till doomsday

Meaning: for a very long time.

Example: You can wait from now till doomsday for customer service. Read more ➺


done in

Meaning: be too tired to do any more.

Example: He was done in after working the night shift. Read more ➺


chop and change

Meaning: to repeatedly change.

Example: You wouldn't chop and change your mind; either stay or go. Read more ➺


down the road

Meaning: at a future point or end.

Example: Somewhere down the road, I think he'll make it big. Read more ➺


drag feet (or heels)

Meaning: to do something slowly because you do not want to do it.

Example: I suspect the government is dragging its heels over this issue. Read more ➺


lame duck

Meaning: a person or thing that is disabled, helpless, ineffective, or inefficient.

Example: Knowing she would be a lame duck, the mayor decided to resign from office early and retire. Read more ➺


damp squib

Meaning: an event that people think will be exciting but that is disappointing when it happens.

Example: People were expecting a big celebration, but what they got was a damp squib. Read more ➺


cut your coat according to your cloth

Meaning: adapt to one's circumstances; make sure one's plans are appropriate to one's resources.

Example: Of course, we'd love a luxurious car, but you have to cut your coat according to your cloth. Read more ➺


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