Idioms beginning with T
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Meaning: used to express when you punish someone in return for something bad done to you.
Example: They had engaged in a tit for tat exchange of petty insults all night. Read more ➺
Meaning: an interrogation that frequently includes torture in an effort to find the truth or a confession.
Example: The detective put him through the third degree, but he wouldn't break. Read more ➺
Meaning: to take a less significant role or position.
Example: I decided to take a back seat so as to let my boss handle the problem. Read more ➺
Meaning: to restore something to its former state or condition.
Example: I would if I could turn the clock back and study another course. Read more ➺
Meaning: for a very long time.
Example: You can wait from now till doomsday for customer service. Read more ➺
Meaning: good for
Example: The troops who stood to gain from the official declaration of hospitality gave three cheers. Read more ➺
Meaning: the office of a powerful leader.
Example: When Jim became a clerk to a Supreme Court justice, he thought he would get his foot inside the corridors of power. Read more ➺
Meaning: Referring to something that is available or operates all the time, day and night.
Example: This store is open 24/7, so you can shop anytime. Read more ➺
the rose that grew from concrete
Meaning: a person who achieved greatness even though they came from a place not so great.
Example: Ken performed well despite his poor background, much like the rose that grew from concrete. Read more ➺
Meaning: to attract or interest someone.
Example: Does the menu have anything that tickles your fancy? Read more ➺
