Social Idioms
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Meaning: almost ready to fight
Example: The two schools have been at daggers drawn for months. Ever since they played in the championship game. Read more ➺
Meaning: To defend a person, cause, or idea strongly and publicly.
Example: Marie and her friends are willing to take up the cudgels for women's rights. Read more ➺
Meaning: to be pretentious/showy
Example: Susan is a very smart girl but the fact that she gives herself airs about her job makes me like her a little less. Read more ➺
