Trouble Idioms
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Meaning: Indicates being in a difficult or disadvantageous situation, often due to unfavorable circumstances.
Example: After missing the deadline, she found herself behind the eight ball at work. Read more ➺
Meaning: An action or decision that leads to unforeseen and uncontrollable problems.
Example: Opening that old case file could be like opening Pandora's box, revealing more issues than we anticipate. Read more ➺
Meaning: A situation full of problems or difficulties, often causing disputes or controversy.
Example: The journalist's investigation stirred up a hornet's nest in the political arena. Read more ➺
Meaning: unharmed or uninjured.
Example: After the storm passed, we found our house still standing and our family safe and sound. Read more ➺
Meaning: to intentionally provoke or instigate a confrontation with someone who is known to be easily angered or irritated.
Example: Criticizing the boss's decisions is a sure way to poke the bear at work. Read more ➺
Meaning: being in trouble.
Example: With no savings, being fired will leave me up the creek without a paddle. 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 be at serious risk.
Example: Put your toes on the line and form up! Read more ➺
Meaning: to make trouble.
Example: If you don't want any trouble with your boss, then stop rocking the boat. Read more ➺
Meaning: hide from the truth
Example: Finals begin in a week and if I continue to bury my head in the sand, I'll be taking this class again next semester. Read more ➺
