Nose Idioms
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cut off one’s nose to spite one’s face
Meaning: An excessive or irrational reaction to a problem that makes the situation worse.
Example: Don’t let your anger make you cut off your nose to spite your face. Read more ➺
Meaning: Keep working hard without taking breaks, especially on a task that requires focus and effort over a long time.
Example: You’ll do well here if you keep your nose to the grindstone and stay focused. Read more ➺
Meaning: Paying an excessive or exorbitant amount for something.
Example: They had to pay through the nose for last-minute concert tickets. 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: boldly in front of somebody.
Example: They conducted their secret meetings right under your nose. Read more ➺
Meaning: to stay out of trouble by not doing anything wrong
Example: By avoiding the drug dealers on the corner street, James was making an effort to keep his nose clean. Read more ➺
