Idioms beginning with U
Meaning: being in trouble.
Example: With no savings, being fired will leave me up the creek without a paddle. Read on
Meaning: literally refers to an object that has been reoriented so that the portion which would otherwise be considered the top is now at the bottom, i.e., it is in an inverted position.
Example: Out of embarrassment, I turned the book upside down so that he would not see the title of what I was reading. Read on
Meaning: under the protection, sponsorship, or patronage
Example: We restored the home under the auspices of the historical society. Read on
Meaning: to be under attack
Example: The president came under siege for his radical decisions. Read on
Meaning: being shot at
Example: The politician came under fire after it was discovered that he had spend campaign money on lavish parties. Read on
Meaning: to get out of the bed actively after sleep
Example: He was up and about within a few days of the operation. Read on
Meaning: to have an evil plan
Example: The children can be up to no good cooped up in that attic together for two hours. You must go up and check. Read on
Meaning: going unnoticed, avoiding unnecessary attention
Example: They managed to stay under the radar for years, after stealing all that money from their friends. Read on
Meaning: good times and bad times
Example: Every relationship has its ups and downs. It is important to stick it out. Read on
Meaning: to be good enough
Example: Your exam results this term were not up to the mark. Read on
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