Idioms beginning with S
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Meaning: to be very horrific
Example: The movie has the most spine-tingling end that you would never be able to guess. Read more ➺
Meaning: to have passion or furore underneath a calm expression
Example: Though he rarely speaks in class, still waters run deep. Read more ➺
Meaning: to take advantage of a situation
Example: The study plans were such that it required you to read when your mind was fresh, strike while the iron is hot. Read more ➺
Meaning: the existing condition
Example: The countries are now trying to maintain a status quo with regards to their nuclear arsenal which will help them if the situation gets any worse. Read more ➺
Meaning: to be against someone or something
Example: The manager had stacked the deck against me but I was able to prove through the system that the error could be apportioned to me. Read more ➺
Meaning: to try very hard to achieve
Example: This is perhaps the only politician that I have come across who strives to do what he promised. Read more ➺
Meaning: formally dressed; well dressed
Example: The party was all suited and booted to go out tonight but then the weather caught on and everything had to be cancelled. Read more ➺
Meaning: to be rid of all the blame (of something or incident)
Example: The person went scot-free even though there were many people convinced of his crime because the evidence against him was circumstantial. Read more ➺
Meaning: to be saved from losing because there is a signal of the event coming to an end
Example: The accused was saved by the bell otherwise the judge would have pronounced the sentence today itself. Read more ➺
Meaning: to provide active aid to someone
Example: This politician is a sitting shotgun for his brother's company. It is sad to see that he is using his political influence for his own purposes. Read more ➺
