Idioms beginning with T
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Meaning: The carefree stretch is finished and it is time to face reality or own up to what comes next.
Example: After three years of fat bonuses and late nights out, the new boss walked in and everyone felt it at once — the party is over. Read more ➺
Meaning: To get off your phone or computer and actually go outside for a while
Example: Jake had been arguing in comment threads since breakfast, so Mike finally told him to touch grass and take a walk around the park. Read more ➺
Meaning: Passionate kissing with deep tongue contact; intense making out.
Example: Sarah and her boyfriend started playing tonsil hockey outside the theater after the concert ended. Read more ➺
Meaning: Time never stops for anyone; it keeps moving forward.
Example: Time and tide wait for no man, so he submitted his application before the deadline. Read more ➺
Meaning: A very cold night; a freezing night with severe cold.
Example: Last January was a true "three dog night," and even the heater could not warm the house. Read more ➺
Meaning: To refuse or reject an offer, request, invitation, or proposal.
Example: She decided to turn down the job offer because she wanted to stay closer to her family. Read more ➺
Meaning: A clear sign that something bad or unwanted is going to happen.
Example: After months of falling sales and major layoffs, the writing is on the wall for the struggling company. Read more ➺
Meaning: To be deeply hurt or upset by something someone says or does.
Example: When Emily joked about Ryan's presentation, he took it to heart and felt embarrassed for the rest of the meeting. Read more ➺
Meaning: To return to an earlier period or situation in life, history, or circumstances.
Example: She wished she could turn back the hands of time and avoid the mistake that changed her life. Read more ➺
Meaning: To start doing a new activity or job, usually in a skillful way even if new to it.
Example: Would you like to turn your hand to photography this weekend? Read more ➺
