Behavior Idioms
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Meaning: To sit and worry about something (a mistake, a problem, or something that went wrong) for a long time, turning it over and over in your mind, usually feeling low or upset while you do it.
Example: After the argument with her sister, Maya sat alone in her room and quietly began to brood over every harsh word that had been said. Read more ➺
Meaning: Refusing to let something continue or making someone stop what they're doing.
Example: When your boss keeps expecting you to stay late night after night, it's time to put your foot down and start protecting your evenings. Read more ➺
Meaning: In a careless, messy, or untidy way.
Example: She tossed her clothes into the suitcase any old how and dashed out the door to catch her flight. Read more ➺
Meaning: To suddenly lose control of your emotions, especially by becoming extremely angry or upset.
Example: He tends to crash out whenever he feels pushed too far. Read more ➺
Meaning: Handling your responsibilities with confidence and determination.
Example: Standing on business means keeping your promises, and she proved it by completing the project on time despite the challenges. Read more ➺
Meaning: To behave in a way that is likely to cause problems or difficulties.
Example: Ignoring repeated safety warnings is asking for trouble because accidents can easily happen. Read more ➺
Meaning: Giving someone excessive affection and attention to gain emotional control over them.
Example: Their relationship began with intense love bombing and nonstop attention. Read more ➺
Meaning: Speak honestly and directly.
Example: Keep it a buck, your idea needs more work before we present it. Read more ➺
Meaning: Completely reliable and trustworthy.
Example: The children were good as gold throughout the wedding ceremony and caused no trouble. Read more ➺
Meaning: To play roughly or behave in a silly, noisy way.
Example: The boys were horsing around in the backyard and accidentally broke the window. Read more ➺
