Ocean Idioms
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Meaning: It indicates that overall economic growth benefits everyone.
Example: The government's infrastructure investments boosted the economy, demonstrating that a rising tide lifts all boats. Read more ➺
Meaning: To throw away or discard something. This definition implies the intentional disposal of an item that is no longer wanted or needed.
Example: After upgrading to a new phone, she cast away her old one. Read more ➺
Meaning: Used humorously to indicate that something is erupting or exploding, or about to do so.
Example: As the geyser erupted, he exclaimed, thar she blows! Read more ➺
Meaning: confused or unsure about what to do.
Example: After starting the new job, she felt completely at sea with all the new procedures. Read more ➺
Meaning: to learn the tricks in order to do something well.
Example: It's important for you to learn the ropes and understand your father's business well before taking it over. Read more ➺
Meaning: to be extravagant or spend a lot of money on something, particularly for a celebration.
Example: Let us push the boat out and celebrate the win with a fancy dinner tonight. Read more ➺
Meaning: undertaking an impossible chore or task.
Example: Keep it to three to four actionable categories rather than trying to boil the ocean. Read more ➺
between the devil and the deep blue sea
Meaning: between two equally difficult or unacceptable choices.
Example: I am in a pickle. Anything I do is going to cause this situation to turn out bad. I'm really stuck between the devil and the deep blue sea. Read more ➺
Meaning: in charge of an organization, group of people, etc.
Example: Lara resigned after a couple of years at the helm of the company. Read more ➺
Meaning: to enjoy the advantages of something
Example: The person that won the lottery was riding the wave of millions of dollars. Read more ➺
