Idioms beginning with S

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strike a chord

Meaning: to trigger a strong memory or feeling based on which there can be a mutual interest

Example: The two immediately struck a note on the basis of the fact that they follow the same faith. This has led to a beautiful marriage and a lifelong companionship. Read more ➺


sell like hot cakes

Meaning: be a great commercial success

Example: These books are selling like hotcakes. Read more ➺


stab in the back

Meaning: a disloyalty

Example: I have done everything for her, but she left me because of that guy, she stabbed in my back. Read more ➺


see the back of

Meaning: To successfully get through a difficult time or problem until it ends.

Example: The company finally managed to see the back of its financial troubles after months of losses. Read more ➺


seal of approval

Meaning: Official or public approval of something.

Example: The new product received the seal of approval from safety inspectors before reaching stores. Read more ➺


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