Idioms beginning with O
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out of the frying pan into the fire
Meaning: to go from a bad to worse situation
Example: In a bid to gain independence, she agreed to get married early, not knowing she was jumping out of the frying pan into the fire. Read more ➺
Meaning: making a lot of progress
Example: Our team has won eleven out of our twelve matches this season. We are on a roll. Read more ➺
Meaning: a bad experience cause to believe caution
Example: I will never work with Peter again. He expects everyone to do the work on his behalf, once bitten twice shy. Read more ➺
Meaning: absolutely accurate
Example: Runners, please get ready. On your mark, get set, go! Read more ➺
Meaning: husband, wife, or partner of someone
Example: Next time I come to this restaurant I will bring my other half. Read more ➺
Meaning: the procedure of becoming healthy again
Example: The Grecian Government was supposed to put Europe on the road to recovery from the Economic and financial crisis. Read more ➺
Meaning: in addition to
Example: Firefighters always go over and above to ensure that people are safe. Read more ➺
Meaning: again and again
Example: I have cleaned up this mess over and over again but ever time I come back it is dirty again. Read more ➺
Meaning: said when someone is finished talking
Example: I have told you that you will not be going to the party. There will be no further discussion. Over and out. Read more ➺
Meaning: to improve in health after an illness
Example: After a long illness he is finally on the mend. Read more ➺
