Over Idioms
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Meaning: to give someone a hard time for a mistake they supposedly did
Example: My classmate Lily forgot to do her math homework as she had a function to attend in her family. The teacher raked her over the coals for that. Read more ➺
Meaning: To think about something carefully and slowly before making a decision.
Example: She decided to mull over the job offer before accepting it. Read more ➺
Meaning: to alter your behaviour in a positive way
Example: He has not been in trouble this year. He has really turned over a new leaf. Read more ➺
Meaning: an informal visit
Example: I hope to finish the dress before Saturday. If you want to see what it looks like you should drop by over the weekend. Read more ➺
Meaning: the show is ended and go home now
Example: I think we delayed coming - Elvis has left the building. 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 take control of something - often by force
Example: I can't believe that they were able to launch a takeover of our company. Read more ➺
Meaning: to go to someone else's house
Example: June and her sister will come over for lunch on Sunday, we are having chicken pie. Read more ➺
