Idioms beginning with T

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the good, the bad and the ugly

Meaning: Idiomatic Expression: The phrase has evolved into an idiom describing a comprehensive overview of a situation, encompassing its positive, negative, and unattractive aspects.

Example: In his presentation, he covered the good, the bad and the ugly of the new policy. Read more ➺


turn of phrase

Meaning: A distinct or unique way of expressing something – This refers to a particular style or manner of wording a thought, often reflecting a person’s linguistic creativity or eloquence.

Example: The author's turn of phrase made even simple topics sound poetic. Read more ➺


thar she blows

Meaning: Used humorously to indicate that something is erupting or exploding, or about to do so.

Example: As the geyser erupted, he exclaimed, thar she blows! Read more ➺


turn an honest penny

Meaning: Earn money through honest work.

Example: After years of odd jobs, he finally found a way to turn an honest penny as a carpenter. Read more ➺


tough cookie

Meaning: a person who is strong and resilient in difficult situations.

Example: Despite the setbacks, Jenna proved she was a tough cookie and finished the project on time. Read more ➺


trump card

Meaning: a valuable resource that may be used, especially as a surprise, in order to gain an advantage.

Example: During the trial, the lawyer pulled out a surprise witness as his trump card, completely turning the case around. Read more ➺


touch and go

Meaning: precarious or delicate in nature, uncertain, and risky.

Example: The patient's condition was touch-and-go after the surgery. Read more ➺


tech-savvy

Meaning: to have a good understanding or proficiency in modern technology.

Example: The new hire is very tech-savvy; she quickly adapted to our complex software systems. Read more ➺


tell upon

Meaning: to have an effect on (someone or something), often a negative one.

Example: The years of hard work and stress began to tell upon his health, leaving him fatigued and unwell. Read more ➺


tar with the same brush

Meaning: unfairly associate someone with others who share negative characteristics or behaviors.

Example: Hey, don't tar all politicians with the same brush; some are genuinely working for positive change. Read more ➺


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