Idioms beginning with S
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Meaning: To establish the standard, speed, or level that others follow.
Example: The new company has set the pace for innovation in the tech industry. Read more ➺
Meaning: To misbehave or act in a way that breaks rules or norms.
Example: The teacher warned that anyone who step out of line would be sent to the principal’s office. Read more ➺
Meaning: To prepare for a fight, argument, or confrontation.
Example: The two rivals began to square off as the crowd gathered around them. Read more ➺
Meaning: To show cowardice or be easily frightened in a difficult situation.
Example: The politician showed white feather by avoiding tough questions during the debate. Read more ➺
Meaning: To make a short visit to a place, usually on the way to somewhere else.
Example: I asked him to swing by the supermarket on his way home to grab some snacks. Read more ➺
Meaning: Pretending not to want something because it cannot be had.
Example: After losing the match, his comment that the game was unfair sounded like sour grapes. Read more ➺
Meaning: To show full understanding without needing more explanation.
Example: His friend asked if he could pick him up, and he said, say less, I'll be there on time. Read more ➺
Meaning: Hurry up or move quickly; to act with urgency.
Example: We're late for school, so shake a leg and grab your bag! (hurry up) Read more ➺
Meaning: Unimportant or insignificant people or things.
Example: In the corporate world, interns are just small fry compared to executives. Read more ➺
Meaning: Discussing work or business casually.
Example: At the wedding reception, the two doctors started to talk shop, leaving others bored. Read more ➺
