Idioms beginning with W
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Meaning: A casual phrase meaning a woman who seems suitable for marriage or a long-term committed relationship.
Example: She handled problems calmly and supported him through tough times, so he called her wife material. Read more ➺
Meaning: Something that looks attractive or promising but is impossible to reach or achieve.
Example: The dream of building a perfect society turned out to be a will-o'-the-wisp, always out of reach. Read more ➺
Meaning: Very different from each other in character, quality, or opinion.
Example: Though they grew up in the same town, their ideas about success are worlds apart. Read more ➺
Meaning: To solve a problem or difficulty.
Example: She finally managed to work out the answer to the puzzle. Read more ➺
Meaning: Exactly as written or spoken; each word is repeated without change.
Example: The lawyer quoted the contract word for word during the trial. Read more ➺
Meaning: Methods and resources used to achieve a goal.
Example: She discovered the ways and means to launch her new bakery despite having little capital. Read more ➺
Meaning: To work extremely hard, often for long hours and without complaining.
Example: Mike had to work like a dog to finish the project before the deadline, staying late every night. Read more ➺
Meaning: Welcoming someone warmly and gladly.
Example: The family greeted their long-lost relative with open arms, smiling and hugging him as soon as he arrived. Read more ➺
Meaning: A state of deep happiness and harmony in marriage.
Example: They were still in wedded bliss during their first year together. Read more ➺
Meaning: To get married; to participate in a wedding ceremony.
Example: After years of dating, they finally decided to walk down the aisle Read more ➺
