Idioms beginning with S

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seventh heaven

Meaning: being glad

Example: Nicole Kidman was in seventh heaven when she received the award for the best actress. Read more ➺


six of one, half a dozen of the other

Meaning: comparison between the two things which are identical

Example: If I go north or south, I will turn up at the same location. It is six of one, half dozen of the other. Read more ➺


set off

Meaning: to start a journey

Example: We would like to set off for Paris by 10 o'clock tomorrow morning. Read more ➺


so to speak

Meaning: as it where

Example: I will tell you what is going on but only because you are already family, so to speak. Read more ➺


stands to reason

Meaning: to reach a logical conclusion

Example: The company stands to reason that the project will take at least another six months to conclude given that none of the managers have a better grip on the work. Read more ➺


sleep tight

Meaning: an affectionate way of wishing someone a good night's sleep

Example: I am going to bed now. Good night, sleep tight. Read more ➺


sense of humour

Meaning: the ability to enjoy funniness

Example: I appreciate the fact that you have a sense of humour, but we need to be serious now. Read more ➺


snow under

Meaning: to bury or cover something or somebody in the snow (Literal meaning)

Example: I feel snowed under with all the work my boss keeps throwing my way. Read more ➺


speak soon

Meaning: talk to you soon

Example: Thank you so much for your assistance Sandra, speak soon. Read more ➺


stand out

Meaning: extend beyond or above a surface

Example: The blood vessels in the back of his right leg stood out. Read more ➺


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