Idioms beginning with T
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Meaning: The term "top dog" means a person, group, or thing in a position of power, particularly after struggling or winning a grueling competition.
Example: Given the latest shakeups, she is hoping that her experience will make her the top dog in the accounting department. Read more ➺
Meaning: change your position with respect to someone else.
Example: After flying back to town, I went to Jenna's place uninformed to surprise her & to my amaze she had already planned a party to welcome me. I should have known she is smart enough to turn the tables. Read more ➺
Meaning: to understand that something is not completely true or right
Example: I have read the article, but I take it with a grain of salt. Read more ➺
Meaning: the opposite aspect, contrasting arguments.
Example: You should consider the other side of the coin when a wife leaves her husband and not just blame her for walking out on him. Read more ➺
take a leaf out of someone’s book
Meaning: implement actionable advice
Example: I couldn't decide what to do after high school, but my dad makes great money welding, so I took a leaf out of his book and went to trade school instead of college. Read more ➺
Meaning: declining an offer that might be taken up later.
Example: He said he would take a rain check on visiting us today. Read more ➺
Meaning: to experience something thrilling and exciting, and want to experience it again.
Example: Once a wolf has tasted blood, it has to be put down. Read more ➺
Meaning: used to refer to the person who originally invented a particular scheme, plan or idea
Example: Gladys was the brains behind the successful birthday party that left all the children smiling on their way back home. Read more ➺
Meaning: being the best in a competition
Example: I can't believe you said that your hypocrisy takes the cake. Read more ➺
