Relationship

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chip off the old block

Meaning: the term is used to describe people who look like their parents.

Example: Like his brother, he is a chip off the old block, very rude in behavior and stout in physique. Read more ➺


blind date

Meaning: to go on a date with someone you have never met before.

Example: I'm going on a blind date with a guy that Jack knows from college. Read more ➺


bosom friend

Meaning: best friend who is very close to you

Example: The two ladies who were arrested for injuring each other for one man were bosom friends for years. Read more ➺


happy wife happy life

Meaning: to have a good life, you need to have a good wife

Example: The first time I heard the phrase "happy wife, happy life," I was a small person in college and found it very pleasant. Read more ➺


big brother

Meaning: A large organization or government agency that tries to control all aspects of human life and society.

Example: You need to aware of everything you do around here. Big Brother sees everything. Read more ➺


break up

Meaning: end a romantic relationship with someone.

Example: After having been married for eight years, their decision to break up came as a huge surprise to their friends. Read more ➺


Dutch uncle

Meaning: criticize, scold or lecture someone

Example: I thought he would approve of my choices, but he ranted on like a Dutch uncle for a whole hour. Read more ➺


keep promise

Meaning: be faithful to your word

Example: How on earth can I marry him when he can't keep his promises? Read more ➺


from the bottom of my heart

Meaning: with sincere and deep feeling

Example: I am really happy with the new job and I mean that from the bottom of my heart. Read more ➺


broken heart

Meaning: when a person is emotionally sad or grief-stricken, then it's broken hearted

Example: I know he broke your heart, but there are other boys out there who are better than him. Read more ➺


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