Idioms beginning with T
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Meaning: Indicates that an opportunity is no longer available or possible.
Example: You should've applied last week — that ship has sailed. Read more ➺
Meaning: Describes wealth or benefits moving from the rich to the poor over time.
Example: The government hoped tax cuts for corporations would trickle down to benefit all workers. Read more ➺
Meaning: Make contact briefly to update or check in.
Example: Let's touch base next week about the marketing plan. Read more ➺
Meaning: Falling for a trap, especially one that manipulates you into an unfavorable situation.
Example: She always tries to provoke him, and he takes the bait every time. Read more ➺
Meaning: Following instructions or rules with complete accuracy, without any deviation.
Example: She followed the recipe to the letter and the cake turned out perfect. Read more ➺
Meaning: Sacrifice someone else to avoid blame or protect oneself, often in a deceitful or disloyal way.
Example: When the project failed, Lisa threw Mark under the bus to save her job. Read more ➺
Meaning: Suffer a setback or experience a decline in success, reputation or confidence.
Example: After the scandal, the politician's reputation took a knock in the media. Read more ➺
Meaning: To deny access, help, or participation to someone.
Example: The security guard turned away the visitors who arrived after closing time. Read more ➺
Meaning: Additionally, used to indicate that something extra is included beyond what has already been mentioned.
Example: She got a promotion, and to boot, she received a bonus. Read more ➺
Meaning: subtly express contempt or disdain for someone, often through indirect comments or gestures.
Example: During the meeting, she threw shade at his proposal by smirking whenever he spoke. Read more ➺
