Idioms beginning with S
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Meaning: to have a big change in perspective
Example: There was a sea change in his personality after he married his wife. Read more ➺
Meaning: to be an easy target
Example: The fact that she had no backup plan in case she got caught made her a sitting duck. Read more ➺
Meaning: to do something considered quite dangerous or risky
Example: Sebastian using all his savings to buy blue chip stocks is definitely skating on thin ice. Read more ➺
Meaning: Play a secondary or minor role with regards to someone else.
Example: I'm tired of always having to play second fiddle to my older brother. Read more ➺
Meaning: it is often better to say nothing at all
Example: Do not tell your mom that I broke her vase! Remember, silence is golden. Read more ➺
Meaning: used when asking someone to repeat what they have said
Example: They are going out tonight, even though we told them to stay at home. "Say what!" Read more ➺
Meaning: a day in which not much happens, so it feels like it is taking very long to pass
Example: The shop did not make a lot of money today, we had a slow day. Read more ➺
Meaning: raise your voice
Example: Can you speak up because those at the back can barely hear you? Read more ➺
Meaning: not go to sleep
Example: Mom made sure we stayed up to welcome our dad home after months of him being on military tour. Read more ➺
Meaning: to say something with the belief that it will be right and then it is later found out to be untrue
Example: I was certain Nina would fail at her task and said so boldly. When she successfully completed her task, I knew I had spoken too soon. Read more ➺
