Idioms beginning with S
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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 ➺
Meaning: To begin living a quieter, more stable, or responsible life.
Example: After years of traveling, he decided to settle down and live a peaceful life. Read more ➺
Meaning: A marriage arranged hurriedly due to social pressure, usually because of an unplanned pregnancy.
Example: The couple had a shotgun wedding after the pregnancy news spread. Read more ➺
Meaning: To make an offer more attractive by adding extra benefits or incentives.
Example: The car dealer decided to sweeten the deal by including free servicing for two years. Read more ➺
