Idioms beginning with D

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doze off

Meaning: To fall asleep lightly or unintentionally for a short time.

Example: Michael dozed off during the movie after a long day at work. Read more ➺


don’t sweat it

Meaning: Don't worry about it.

Example: Emily missed one question on the test, but her teacher told her, don't sweat it, because she had done well overall. Read more ➺


down with

Meaning: Supporting or approving of something.

Example: Marcus is completely down with the company's new flexible work policy. Read more ➺


duty free

Meaning: Goods sold without taxes or import duties, usually at airports or international travel zones.

Example: She bought a bottle of perfume at a duty-free shop in the airport to save money on taxes. Read more ➺


dyed in the wool

Meaning: Strongly fixed in one's beliefs, opinions, or habits and unlikely to change.

Example: John is a dyed in the wool conservative who has never supported any other political party. Read more ➺


drop the bomb

Meaning: To suddenly reveal shocking or very important news.

Example: During the staff meeting, the manager drop the bomb by announcing that the company would relocate to another state. Read more ➺


danced and sang

Meaning: To show great happiness or excitement openly and emotionally.

Example: When he heard about his promotion, he danced and sang with pure excitement. Read more ➺


donkey’s years

Meaning: A very long time; ages.

Example: They've lived in that town for donkey's years, and everyone knows them. Read more ➺


drop the ball

Meaning: To make a mistake or fail to do something you were responsible for.

Example: The manager dropped the ball when he forgot to send the report on time. Read more ➺


down in the mouth

Meaning: Feeling sad, unhappy, or low in spirits.

Example: After losing his job, John looked down in the mouth for several days. Read more ➺


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