Idioms beginning with O
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Meaning: go public about something private or hidden
Example: He was in his late teens when he came out of the closet. Read more ➺
Meaning: to do what is the best course of action in the given situation
Example: The best detective from the police department is on the case and we will be hearing about the culprit being nabbed very soon now Read more ➺
Meaning: to put something (that is to be done) for later
Example: The assignment is on the back burner while I concentrate on writing this play. Read more ➺
Meaning: very rarely
Example: The earthquakes hits once in a blue moon in this part of the earth, we never felt it. Read more ➺
Meaning: to be on the verge of doing something
Example: The dam was on the brink of pouring over when the officials decided to open the gates and let the water out. Read more ➺
Meaning: out of nowhere or unexpectedly
Example: Out of the blue, a deer came in front of my car. Read more ➺
Meaning: by one's own choice
Example: The managing director of the company didn't have to be asked to resign - he went of his own accord. Read more ➺
Meaning: something is not working or cannot be used
Example: I'm afraid I cannot tell you the account balance as the system is out of action. Read more ➺
