Water Idioms
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Meaning: Something of the highest quality or excellence.
Example: Her honesty is of the first water, admired by everyone around her. Read more ➺
Meaning: To be valid, logical, or convincing; an argument or idea that stands up to scrutiny.
Example: The lawyer argued that the accusation simply did hold water, convincing the jury of its validity. Read more ➺
Meaning: Refers to unwanted or discarded items, especially things considered useless or of little value.
Example: After cleaning the attic, we tossed out the flotsam and jetsam collected over decades. Read more ➺
Meaning: Something that helps achieve a goal or reach a higher position in life or career.
Example: His first job was just a set of stepping stones toward becoming a CEO. Read more ➺
Meaning: Extremely boring or uninteresting.
Example: The lecture was dull as dishwater, and several students fell asleep. Read more ➺
Meaning: confused or unsure about what to do.
Example: After starting the new job, she felt completely at sea with all the new procedures. Read more ➺
Meaning: to begin taking part in a new activity.
Example: Finally, you've decided to get your feet wet and enrolled in your singing classes. Read more ➺
Meaning: to do something very quickly and enjoy doing it.
Example: She's taken to her grandmother's house like a duck to water. Read more ➺
Meaning: a person who spoils other people's fun.
Example: If you are going to come to my party, you can't be such a wet blanket. Read more ➺
Meaning: to start a new job or activity without being prepared for it
Example: Soldiers are thrown in the deep end when they have just joined the army. Read more ➺
