Speech Idioms
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Meaning: Surprisingly, as odd as it may sound; used to introduce an unexpected or unbelievable fact.
Example: Strange to tell, the cat found its way home from over 50 miles away. Read more ➺
Meaning: Expresses opinions directly and bluntly without softening or sugarcoating them.
Example: She does not mince words when critiquing poor performance in her team. Read more ➺
Meaning: to speak plainly and directly about something, even if it is unpleasant or uncomfortable.
Example: She always calls a spade a spade, so you know she won't hold back her opinion. Read more ➺
Meaning: to intimidate or bully someone with stern or overbearing looks or speech.
Example: The manager would often browbeat his employees into working overtime without extra pay. Read more ➺
Meaning: empty, exaggerated talk or writing.
Example: Please do not pay any attention to Howard because he's full of hot air. Read more ➺
Meaning: to explain that a task is easier to talk about than perform.
Example: It's easier said than done when it comes to convincing people that something is true. Read more ➺
Meaning: having a complaint that needs to be discussed.
Example: Jake walked up to Robert and told him that he had a bone to pick with him. Read more ➺
Meaning: A clarion is a high-pitch bugle.
Example: All of the citizens heard the clarion call and prepared themselves to defend their city. Read more ➺
Meaning: a secret to be kept between two people
Example: Let me tell you something. Just between you and me, I don't think her painting deserves the first prize. Read more ➺
Meaning: give ironical praise to someone
Example: The judges loved your performance, but this was a backhanded compliment since they also highlighted it was blunt. Read more ➺
