Idioms beginning with P
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Meaning: Wise or insightful advice or knowledge, often gained through experience.
Example: At the family reunion, Grandma shared pearls of wisdom about patience and kindness that left everyone inspired. Read more ➺
Meaning: Apply strong pressure on someone to act.
Example: The boss put the screws on the team to meet the deadline. Read more ➺
Meaning: Based on the first impression or initial evidence, before deeper investigation.
Example: The defendant’s alibi provided prima facie grounds for dismissal, pending further review. Read more ➺
Meaning: In a confused or disorderly manner; hastily or chaotically, often with urgency.
Example: The crowd rushed pell-mell out of the stadium when the alarm sounded. Read more ➺
Meaning: To go beyond accepted limits or boundaries.
Example: The engineers tried to push the envelope by designing a faster and lighter aircraft. Read more ➺
Meaning: Carry out a clever trick or deception to fool someone.
Example: The salesman tried to pull a fast one by charging me for an extra feature I didn't want. Read more ➺
Meaning: Send a quick digital message to get someone's attention or request a reply.
Example: I'll ping you when the meeting starts. Read more ➺
Meaning: Gain or acquire something, especially through learning or experience.
Example: She managed to pick up Spanish during her trip to Mexico. Read more ➺
Meaning: Do things people like just to get their approval, instead of doing what's right or true to your values.
Example: The politician played to the gallery with emotional promises and dramatic gestures. Read more ➺
Meaning: Make a short or planned trip to see someone or someplace, usually for social or polite reasons.
Example: We decided to pay a visit to Grandma over the weekend. Read more ➺
