Idioms beginning with W
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Meaning: to have a good or bad news enlarged by circumstances
Example: The restaurant owners had the best of everything at one point. But you know what they say, when it rains, it pours. Today they are left with absolutely nothing. Read more ➺
Meaning: to be carrying a wild look
Example: Their residence is totally wild and woolly but all in all I found them to be warm people. Read more ➺
Meaning: to treat somebody (usually a woman) to wine and dinner;
Example: The wine and dine at this hotel is among the best that you will ever find. Read more ➺
Meaning: to find an alternative for something, someone or to perform a task
Example: The way around such a problem would mean that we lose another 6 months in the completion of this project. Read more ➺
Meaning: Abandon a person or responsibility suddenly or unfairly.
Example: He walked out on his wife and two kids without a word. Read more ➺
Meaning: display your emotions openly
Example: It was evident that he was in love with her. He wore his heart on his sleeve and you could see how he felt about her. Read more ➺
Meaning: A stimulation that causes you to want additional of something, mostly food.
Example: You have whetted my appetite to go for another theatre performance after making me watch this one. Read more ➺
Meaning: Gradually decrease in strength, intensity, or effectiveness, especially of sensations, effects, or emotions.
Example: The painkiller started to wear off after a few hours. Read more ➺
Meaning: Well-educated and learned.
Example: She is well read does not mean that she can go out on the streets and fend for herself. To be street smart is a requirement in what she wants to do. Read more ➺
Meaning: An exceptionally enjoyable experience.
Example: I had a whale of a time exploring the wildlife sanctuary with friends. Read more ➺
