All Idioms
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Meaning: A backup plan used if the original plan does not work.
Example: We packed tents as plan B in case the hotel reservation was canceled. Read more ➺
Meaning: Avoid saying something directly.
Example: Beat about the bush all you want, but everyone already knows the truth. Read more ➺
Meaning: A highly unexpected event with major consequences.
Example: The global financial crisis was considered a black swan because few people saw it coming. Read more ➺
Meaning: Keep something secret.
Example: Sarah told me about her new job and asked me to keep it under my hat until the official announcement. Read more ➺
Meaning: Failing to pay attention to important duties or responsibilities.
Example: The management was asleep at the wheel when the company's security issues went unnoticed for months. Read more ➺
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 ➺
Meaning: A small bribe, concession or gift given to calm, satisfy, or silence a critic, opponent, troublesome or powerful person.
Example: The company's promise of a minor refund was a sop to Cerberus meant to calm angry customers. 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: A food business that prepares meals only for delivery or pickup and has no dine-in area.
Example: A ghost kitchen can reach a large customer base without paying for a dining room. Read more ➺
Meaning: A very innocent, inexperienced, or naive person.
Example: Emily was a babe in the woods when she joined the investment firm and knew almost nothing about the financial industry. Read more ➺
