Fire Idioms
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Meaning: A spot where someone is likely to catch blame, criticism, or heat for something that went wrong.
Example: After the budget cuts were announced, the department heads found themselves right in the firing line and had to explain every decision to angry staff. Read more ➺
Meaning: A really cool, stylish, or eye-catching outfit.
Example: Sarah walked into the party in a fire fit, and every head turned the second she came through the door. Read more ➺
Meaning: To do something risky that may cause serious trouble later.
Example: Mark was playing with fire when he kept hiding debts from his business partner. Read more ➺
Meaning: To be involved in several activities or projects at the same time.
Example: She's launching a podcast, finishing a course, and pitching clients—she clearly has many irons in the fire. Read more ➺
Meaning: To delay or postpone an action or decision.
Example: The committee decided to hang fire on approving the new policy until more data was available. Read more ➺
Meaning: To recover after complete destruction, failure, or loss.
Example: After the devastating fire, the small town managed to rise from the ashes by rebuilding homes and businesses. Read more ➺
Meaning: To motivate someone to act quickly or with energy.
Example: The coach had to light a fire under the team after their poor first-half performance. Read more ➺
Meaning: Avoid cutting off every possible way of returning to a situation, leaving no chance to go back.
Example: When leaving your job, don’t burn your bridges; you may want to work there again someday. Read more ➺
Meaning: First experience of a difficult or challenging situation, often under pressure.
Example: Her first week as a surgeon was a real baptism of fire in the emergency room. Read more ➺
Meaning: Experience a complete and utter failure.
Example: Despite months of preparation, their business went down in flames after a major financial setback. Read more ➺
