Numbers Idioms

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at sixes and sevens

Meaning: used to express a situation of uncertainty or confusion

Example: I don't want to be at sixes and sevens with you. Read more ➺


the eleventh hour

Meaning: at the very last minute before an event

Example: Just minutes before the deadline, he definitely submitted his assignment at the eleventh hour. Read more ➺


double date

Meaning: Double date means when two couples go out together for a fun or romantic activity.

Example: We went on a double date to the movies with Sarah and Mike. Read more ➺


those three little words

Meaning: Refers to the phrase "I love you," often used to express deep affection or romantic feelings.

Example: She finally said those three little words, and his heart melted. Read more ➺


whole nine yards

Meaning: everything, all of something

Example: She is the love of my life. For her, I'll go the whole nine yards. Read more ➺


a picture is worth a thousand words

Meaning: a picture conveys information more effectively than words

Example: A good presentation should contain more of graphics and less of text, since a picture is worth a thousand words. Read more ➺


kill two birds with one stone

Meaning: accomplish two different things at the same time

Example: I have to go to the bank, and on the way back, I'll pick up the groceries as well, killing two birds with one stone. Read more ➺


third wheel or fifth wheel

Meaning: a person who is in a situation where they are not needed

Example: I was the only person at the dinner party without a date. I felt like a third wheel. Read more ➺


a dime a dozen

Meaning: something very common and not having much value

Example: Adventure and traveling based reality shows are now outdated and a dime a dozen. Read more ➺


cloud nine

Meaning: very happy

Example: She's been on cloud nine since she heard the news of her engagement. Read more ➺


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