Break the ice: To initiate a conversation or start a social interaction.
Bite the bullet: To endure a painful or difficult situation.
Hit the nail on the head: To describe exactly what is causing a situation or issue.
Piece of cake: Referring to something that is very easy to do.
Cost an arm and a leg: Used to describe something that is very expensive.
Burn the midnight oil: To work late into the night.
Jump on the bandwagon: To join a popular trend or activity.
Spill the beans: To reveal a secret.
Actions speak louder than words: What you do is more important than what you say.
Let the cat out of the bag: To reveal a secret unintentionally.
Beat around the bush: To avoid addressing a topic directly.
Kill two birds with one stone: To accomplish two things with a single action.
Under the weather: Feeling unwell or sick.
A blessing in disguise: Something that initially seems bad but turns out to be good in the end.
Raining cats and dogs: Heavy rain.
The ball is in your court: It’s your decision or responsibility.
Don’t cry over spilled milk: Don’t worry about things that have already happened and can’t be changed.
Fit as a fiddle: In good physical condition.
The early bird catches the worm: Being early or prompt can lead to success.
A dime a dozen: Something that is very common or easy to find.
Better late than never: It’s better to do something late than to never do it at all.
Burning the candle at both ends: Overworking oneself, often by staying up late and waking up early.
Caught between a rock and a hard place: Facing a difficult decision with no easy solution.
Don’t put all your eggs in one basket: Don’t risk everything on a single opportunity or investment.
Every cloud has a silver lining: Even in difficult situations, there is something positive to be found.
Fish out of water: Feeling uncomfortable or out of place in a particular situation.
Grasping at straws: Making a desperate attempt to find a solution, often when there are no real options left.
Hitting the jackpot: Experiencing sudden and unexpected success or good fortune.
In hot water: Being in trouble or facing a difficult situation.
Keep your chin up: Stay positive and optimistic in the face of adversity.
Miss the boat: To miss an opportunity by being too slow to act.
On the ball: Alert, competent, and quick to understand or react.
Out of the woods: Out of danger or difficulty.
Put all your cards on the table: To be completely honest and open about one’s intentions or plans.
Steal someone’s thunder: To take attention away from someone else, especially by doing something impressive or noteworthy.
Throw in the towel: To give up or surrender.
Up in the air: Uncertain or undecided.
When pigs fly: Something that is highly unlikely or impossible to happen.
You can’t judge a book by its cover: You can’t judge someone or something based solely on appearance.
Bite off more than you can chew: To take on more responsibility or work than one can handle.
Cut to the chase: Get to the point or skip the irrelevant details.
Don’t count your chickens before they hatch: Don’t assume success or victory until it’s certain.
Elephant in the room: An obvious problem or issue that everyone is aware of but nobody wants to address.
Grass is always greener on the other side: People tend to desire what they don’t have.
Hold your horses: Wait or be patient.
In the same boat: In the same situation or predicament as others.
Kick the bucket: Euphemism for dying or passing away.
Make a mountain out of a molehill: To exaggerate a problem or make it seem more serious than it is.
Not playing with a full deck: Someone who is not mentally competent or is lacking intelligence.
Out of sight, out of mind: Something or someone not seen or thought about is easily forgotten.
Rub salt in the wound: To make a bad situation worse by adding insult to injury.
Skeletons in the closet: Secrets or embarrassing truths that someone wants to keep hidden.
Take the bull by the horns: To confront a difficult situation directly and with courage.
Up a creek without a paddle: In a difficult or hopeless situation with no way out.
When it rains, it pours: When one bad thing happens, many other bad things often follow.
Your guess is as good as mine: Used when someone doesn’t know the answer to a question.
All ears: Fully attentive and ready to listen.
Beat a dead horse: To waste time and energy on something that has already been resolved or decided.
Actions speak louder than words: What you do is more significant than what you say.
Burn bridges: To damage relationships or opportunities to the extent that they cannot be repaired.
Curiosity killed the cat: Being too curious can lead to trouble or danger.
Dressed to the nines: Dressed very elegantly or stylishly.
Every dog has its day: Everyone will have a moment of glory or success at some point.
Go the extra mile: To make additional effort beyond what is required.
Hit the ground running: To start something quickly and with great energy.
In the dark: Unaware of what’s happening or ignorant of the facts.
Jumping the gun: Acting too quickly or making a decision prematurely.
Kill time: To spend time idly or without purpose.
Like a fish out of water: Feeling uncomfortable or awkward in a particular situation.
Monkey see, monkey do: Imitating others without thinking.
No pain, no gain: You have to work hard or suffer in order to achieve something valuable.
Off the beaten path: Away from the main roads or popular areas.
Penny for your thoughts: Asking someone what they are thinking about.
Quiet as a mouse: Very quiet or silent.
Rome wasn’t built in a day: Great achievements take time and effort.
Saving grace: Something that prevents a situation from being completely bad or unpleasant.
The apple doesn’t fall far from the tree: Children often resemble their parents in personality or behavior.
Throw caution to the wind: To take a risk without worrying about the consequences.
Under the table: Secretly or illegally.
All bark and no bite: Someone who talks tough but doesn’t follow through with actions.
Bite the hand that feeds you: To harm or betray someone who has helped you.
Break a leg: A way of wishing someone good luck, especially before a performance or important event.
Cry over spilled milk: To dwell on past mistakes or losses that cannot be undone.
Dead as a doornail: Completely lifeless or without hope of revival.
Flogging a dead horse: Continuing with a futile activity or effort.
Get a taste of your own medicine: To experience the same negative treatment that one has given to others.
Have a chip on your shoulder: To be easily offended or to hold a grudge.
Kick the can down the road: To postpone or delay dealing with a problem.
Make ends meet: To have enough money to cover expenses.
On thin ice: In a risky or precarious situation.
Pay the piper: To suffer the consequences of one’s actions.
Put your foot in your mouth: To say something embarrassing or tactless.
Spill the tea: To gossip or share juicy information.
Take with a grain of salt: To not fully believe or trust something.
Throw someone under the bus: To betray or sacrifice someone for personal gain.
Turn over a new leaf: To make a fresh start or change for the better.
Walk on eggshells: To be very cautious in dealing with a sensitive situation or person.
You can’t teach an old dog new tricks: It’s difficult to change someone’s habits or behavior, especially as they get older.
Zero to sixty: Refers to something accelerating or progressing very quickly.
Burning bridges: Ruining relationships or opportunities that could be important in the future.
Catch someone’s eye: To attract someone’s attention.
Down to the wire: Coming very close to a deadline or the end of a process.
Fly off the handle: To lose one’s temper suddenly and unexpectedly.
Go down the drain: To be wasted or lost without achieving any result.
Hit the sack: To go to bed or go to sleep.
Jump through hoops: To go through a lot of difficult or time-consuming effort to achieve something.
Keep your fingers crossed: To hope for a positive outcome.
Like pulling teeth: Something that is very difficult or painful to do.
Make a mountain out of a molehill: To exaggerate a small problem and make it seem much bigger or more serious than it really is.
Nip it in the bud: To stop something at an early stage before it becomes a bigger problem.
Off the top of my head: Without careful thought or consideration; immediately.
Penny pincher: Someone who is very careful with their money and reluctant to spend it.
Ride shotgun: To sit in the front passenger seat of a vehicle.
Stab in the back: To betray someone’s trust or loyalty.
Take a rain check: To decline an invitation or offer with the intention of accepting it at a later time.
Under the thumb: Controlled or dominated by someone else.
Walk a tightrope: To be in a situation where one must be very cautious or diplomatic.
You scratch my back, I’ll scratch yours: A mutual agreement to help each other out.
Zip your lip: A directive to be quiet or stop talking.
A penny for your thoughts: A way of asking someone what they are thinking.
Back to the drawing board: Starting over because the previous attempt was unsuccessful.
Cut the mustard: To meet expectations or perform satisfactorily.
Donkey’s years: A very long time.
Eat humble pie: To admit one’s faults or errors and apologize.
Fish or cut bait: To make a decision and take action or stop wasting time.
Grin and bear it: To endure a difficult or unpleasant situation with a smile.
Hit the hay: To go to bed or go to sleep.
In the same boat: In a similar situation as someone else.
Jump ship: To abandon a cause, group, or project that is failing.
Kick the bucket: To die.
Let the cat out of the bag: To reveal a secret.
Money talks: Wealth has influence and power.
Not playing with a full deck: To be mentally impaired or not very intelligent.
Out of the frying pan and into the fire: Moving from a bad situation to a worse one.
Paint the town red: To go out and have a great time, usually involving drinking and partying.
Quick on the draw: Able to react or respond quickly.
Rule of thumb: A general principle or guideline.
Speak of the devil: When someone you have just been talking about appears unexpectedly.
Time flies when you’re having fun: Time seems to pass quickly when you’re enjoying yourself.
A watched pot never boils: Impatience only makes things seem slower.
Backseat driver: Someone who gives unwanted advice or criticism, especially while another person is driving.
Cold turkey: To quit something abruptly and completely.
Don’t put all your eggs in one basket: Don’t rely on a single source for success or security.
Easier said than done: Something that sounds simple in theory but is difficult to execute.
Face the music: To accept the consequences of one’s actions.
Give the benefit of the doubt: To believe someone’s statement without being suspicious.
Have your cake and eat it too: To want more than one can handle or to expect contradictory things.
In hot water: In trouble or facing difficulties.
Jump on the bandwagon: To join others in supporting a popular trend or activity.
Keep something at bay: To keep something away or under control.
Let sleeping dogs lie: To avoid stirring up old conflicts or problems.
Make waves: To cause trouble or create a disturbance.
No stone unturned: To search thoroughly and exhaustively.
Out of the loop: Unaware of or uninformed about something.
Put all your eggs in one basket: To invest all of one’s resources or efforts in a single venture.
Shoot for the moon: To set ambitious goals or aim high.
Take the plunge: To take a risk or make a significant decision.
Under the microscope: Being closely scrutinized or examined.
Wear your heart on your sleeve: To openly show one’s emotions or feelings.
A bird in the hand is worth two in the bush: It’s better to have something tangible now than to risk losing it by pursuing something uncertain.
Bite off more than one can chew: To take on a task or responsibility that is too difficult to handle.
Cry wolf: To raise a false alarm or give a false warning.
Drive someone up the wall: To annoy or irritate someone greatly.
Every cloud has a silver lining: Even in difficult situations, there is something positive to be found.
Get cold feet: To suddenly become nervous or hesitant about something.
Hit the nail on the head: To describe exactly what is causing a situation or issue.
Jumping through hoops: To go through a series of difficult or time-consuming tasks or obstacles.
Keep something at arm’s length: To keep a safe distance from something, usually due to distrust or caution.
Leave no stone unturned: To make every possible effort to find or achieve something.
Make hay while the sun shines: To take advantage of favorable conditions or opportunities.
Not the sharpest tool in the shed: Not very intelligent or clever.
Play devil’s advocate: To argue against a position or idea for the sake of discussion, even if one doesn’t personally hold that viewpoint.
Put the cart before the horse: To do things in the wrong order or prioritize incorrectly.
Save for a rainy day: To save money or resources for future needs or emergencies.
Take a rain check: To decline an invitation or offer with the intention of accepting it later.
Up in the air: Uncertain or undecided.
Walk a mile in someone’s shoes: To try to understand someone else’s perspective or experiences.
You can’t judge a book by its cover: One cannot accurately judge something or someone based solely on appearance.
Zip it: A directive to be quiet or stop talking.
Take it with a grain of salt: To be skeptical or not fully believe something.
I smell a rat: To suspect that something is wrong or deceitful.
I’m not sold on it: To be unconvinced or not fully persuaded by something.
I’m not buying what you’re selling: To reject or not believe someone’s argument or explanation.
That’s a tough pill to swallow: Referring to something unpleasant or difficult to accept.
I’m not sold on the idea: To be hesitant or unconvinced about an idea or proposal.
It doesn’t add up: Referring to something that doesn’t make logical sense or seems inconsistent.
I have my doubts: To be uncertain or skeptical about something.
I’m not biting: To refuse to accept or be deceived by something.
I’m not swallowing that: To refuse to believe or accept something that seems implausible.
I don’t buy it: To refuse to believe or accept something that seems implausible.
Break a leg: A theatrical expression of good luck before a performance.
Cut to the chase: To get to the main point or the most important part of something.
Hit the jackpot: To achieve unexpected success or luck.
In the limelight: To be the center of attention or public focus.
Kill two birds with one stone: To accomplish two tasks with a single action.
Roll out the red carpet: To give someone a grand welcome or reception.
Steal the show: To attract the most attention or admiration, often by outshining others.
Take center stage: To be in the most prominent or important position.
Turn the tables: To reverse a situation or shift the advantage from one party to another.
Walk the plank: To face a dire consequence or punishment, often in a dramatic or theatrical context.
Write the script: To be in control of a situation or dictate its outcome.
Break the ice: To initiate social interaction or conversation in a friendly manner.
Hit the ground running: To start something with great energy and enthusiasm.
Make a scene: To cause a disturbance or draw attention to oneself, often in a dramatic way.
Bite off more than you can chew: To take on a task or responsibility that is too big to handle.
Caught between a rock and a hard place: To be in a situation where both options are equally undesirable.
Cost an arm and a leg: To be extremely expensive.
Drop the ball: To fail to fulfill one’s responsibilities or duties.
Face the music: To accept the consequences of one’s actions.
Get the show on the road: To start or begin something, especially an event or activity.
Go down in flames: To fail spectacularly or disastrously.
Play it by ear: To improvise or make decisions as the situation develops, rather than planning ahead.
Pull strings: To secretly use one’s influence or connections to achieve a desired outcome.
Put on a brave face: To act confidently or cheerfully in spite of fear or uncertainty.
Rock the boat: To disrupt the status quo or cause trouble in a stable situation.
Shoot from the hip: To speak or act without careful consideration; to be impulsive.
Spill the beans: To reveal a secret or confidential information.
Throw someone under the bus: To betray or sacrifice someone to protect oneself.
Win hands down: To achieve victory easily or decisively.
All bark and no bite: Someone who talks tough but doesn’t follow through with action.
Drop a bombshell: To reveal shocking or surprising news.
Hit the nail on the head: To accurately describe or identify a problem.
Keep someone on their toes: To keep someone alert or vigilant.
Make a long story short: To summarize or condense a story or explanation.
Play hardball: To be aggressive or uncompromising in negotiations or dealings.
Roll with the punches: To adapt to difficulties or setbacks as they occur.
Strike while the iron is hot: To take advantage of an opportunity while it’s still available.
Take the high road: To choose the morally superior or dignified course of action.
Turn over a new leaf: To make a fresh start or change one’s behavior for the better.
Water under the bridge: Past events or conflicts that are no longer relevant or worth dwelling on.
Whip something into shape: To improve or organize something quickly and effectively.
Win some, lose some: To accept that success and failure are both part of life.
You can lead a horse to water, but you can’t make it drink: You can provide someone with an opportunity or information, but you can’t force them to take advantage of it.
Zip your lip: A directive to be quiet or stop talking.
Bite the dust: To suffer defeat or fail.
Cut corners: To do something in the easiest or quickest way, often sacrificing quality.
Down the rabbit hole: Into a bizarre, confusing, or nonsensical situation.
Fight tooth and nail: To fight fiercely and with all one’s resources.
Get the ball rolling: To start something or initiate an activity.
Hit the road: To begin a journey or leave a place.
Jump off the deep end: To act impulsively or recklessly.
Keep your eyes peeled: To remain alert and watchful for something.
Let the chips fall where they may: To accept whatever happens, without trying to control or influence the outcome.
Nail it: To successfully accomplish something with precision and accuracy.
On thin ice: In a precarious or risky situation.
Put all one’s eggs in one basket: To risk everything on a single venture or plan.
Read between the lines: To understand the hidden or implied meaning in a communication.
Save face: To avoid embarrassment or preserve one’s reputation.
Turn a blind eye: To ignore or overlook something, especially something undesirable or unethical.
A shot in the dark: An attempt or guess that is not based on knowledge or evidence.
Burn bridges: To damage relationships or opportunities to the extent that they cannot be repaired.
Cross that bridge when you come to it: To deal with a problem or situation only when it arises, rather than worrying about it in advance.
Fish out of water: Feeling uncomfortable or out of place in a particular situation.
Get a taste of your own medicine: To experience the same negative treatment that one has given to others.
Hit the ground running: To start something quickly and with great energy.
Off the beaten path: Away from the main roads or popular areas.
Poke the bear: To provoke someone or make them angry.
Rule of thumb: A general principle or guideline based on experience rather than strict rules.
Sleeping like a log: Sleeping deeply and soundly.
Spill the tea: To gossip or share juicy information.
The devil is in the details: The important or difficult parts of something are hidden or not immediately obvious.
Throw in the towel: To give up or surrender.
Up in flames: Completely destroyed by fire.
Walk on eggshells: To be very cautious in dealing with a sensitive situation or person.
Your guess is as good as mine: Used when someone doesn’t know the answer to a question.
Zero tolerance: No acceptance or forgiveness for a particular behavior or action.
A penny saved is a penny earned: Saving money is just as valuable as earning it.
Between a rock and a hard place: Facing a difficult decision where there are no good options.
Don’t count your chickens before they hatch: Don’t rely on something good happening until it actually does.
Every dog has its day: Everyone will have a moment of success or victory at some point.
Grass is always greener on the other side: People tend to desire what they don’t have.
Have your work cut out for you: To have a difficult task ahead.
In the nick of time: Just in time, at the last possible moment.
Jumping the gun: Acting too quickly or making a decision prematurely.
Make a mountain out of a molehill: To exaggerate a small problem and make it seem much bigger than it really is.
Not playing with a full deck: Not very intelligent or rational.
Off the hook: No longer in trouble or responsible for something.
Over the moon: Extremely happy or delighted.
Paint yourself into a corner: To put oneself in a difficult or inescapable position.
Put all your eggs in one basket: To invest all of one’s resources or efforts in a single venture.
Shoot the breeze: To engage in casual or idle conversation.
Speak of the devil: When someone you have just been talking about appears unexpectedly.
Straight from the horse’s mouth: Information received directly from the original or authoritative source.
The calm before the storm: A peaceful period before a period of upheaval or difficulty.
Throw caution to the wind: To take a risk without worrying about the consequences.
Under the weather: Feeling unwell or sick.
When pigs fly: Something that is highly unlikely to ever happen.
You can’t teach an old dog new tricks: It’s difficult to change someone’s habits or behavior, especially as they get older.
Zip it: A directive to be quiet or stop talking.
A leopard can’t change its spots: People cannot change their innate nature or behavior.
All dressed up and nowhere to go: To be ready for an event or activity that doesn’t happen.
Barking up the wrong tree: To pursue the wrong course of action or to blame the wrong person.
Don’t throw the baby out with the bathwater: Don’t discard something valuable while trying to get rid of something undesirable.
Fly on the wall: A person who observes a situation without being noticed.
Going against the grain: Doing something contrary to what is generally accepted or expected.
Having a chip on one’s shoulder: Being easily offended or quick to take offense.
If the shoe fits, wear it: If something applies to you, accept it.
Jump ship: To abandon a position or group when facing difficulties.
Let sleeping dogs lie: To avoid restarting a conflict or stirring up trouble.
Out of the loop: Uninformed or unaware of recent developments.
Play it cool: To remain calm and composed, especially in a stressful situation.
Rub salt in the wound: To make a painful situation even worse by bringing up a past hurt.
Take the bull by the horns: To confront a difficult situation directly and assertively.
Under one’s belt: Having achieved or experienced something noteworthy.
Winning streak: A series of consecutive successes or victories.
You can’t have your cake and eat it too: You cannot have everything you want; you must choose between conflicting options.
Zip your lip: A directive to be quiet or stop talking.
Sweating bullets: Feeling extremely nervous or anxious.
In the blink of an eye: Very quickly or suddenly.
A watched pot never boils: Impatience only makes things seem slower.
Beggars can’t be choosers: When you’re in need, you must accept whatever help is offered, even if it’s not exactly what you want.
Cry over spilled milk: To dwell on past mistakes or losses that cannot be undone.
Don’t put all your eggs in one basket: Don’t rely on a single source for success or security.
Easier said than done: Something that sounds simple in theory but is difficult to execute.
Face the music: To accept the consequences of one’s actions.
Get off someone’s back: To stop bothering or criticizing someone.
Have a lot on one’s plate: To be very busy or have many tasks to handle.
In the dark: Unaware of or uninformed about something.
Jump on the bandwagon: To join others in supporting a popular trend or activity.
Keep something at bay: To keep something away or under control.
Leave no stone unturned: To make every possible effort to find or achieve something.
Make hay while the sun shines: To take advantage of favorable conditions or opportunities.
Nip it in the bud: To stop something at an early stage before it becomes a bigger problem.
Off the hook: No longer in trouble or no longer responsible for something.
Play devil’s advocate: To argue against a position or idea for the sake of discussion, even if one doesn’t personally hold that viewpoint.
Put the cart before the horse: To do things in the wrong order or prioritize incorrectly.
Ride the wave: To take advantage of a favorable situation or trend.
Save for a rainy day: To save money or resources for future needs or emergencies.
Take the bull by the horns: To confront a difficult situation directly and with courage.
Burn the midnight oil: To work late into the night.
Cutting corners: Doing something in a quicker or cheaper way, often sacrificing quality.
Drive someone up the wall: To annoy or irritate someone greatly.
Go the extra mile: To make additional effort beyond what is required.
Hit the ground running: To start something quickly and with great energy.
Jump through hoops: To go through a lot of difficult or time-consuming effort to achieve something.
Keep something under wraps: To keep something secret or hidden.
Make a killing: To make a large profit, especially in a short amount of time.
No pain, no gain: You have to work hard or suffer in order to achieve something valuable.
On cloud nine: Extremely happy or euphoric.
Pay the piper: To suffer the consequences of one’s actions.
Put all your cards on the table: To be completely honest and open about one’s intentions or plans.
Roll with the punches: To adapt to difficulties or setbacks as they occur.
Show your true colors: To reveal one’s true character, especially when it is negative.
Spill the beans: To reveal a secret or confidential information.
Take it or leave it: Accept something as it is or reject it completely.
Up to scratch: Meeting the required standard or quality.
Walk a fine line: To navigate a situation carefully without making a mistake or causing offense.
You snooze, you lose: If you hesitate or delay, you may miss out on an opportunity.
Zero in on: To focus or concentrate on something with precision.
Cross that bridge when you come to it: To deal with a problem only when it arises, rather than worrying about it in advance.
Cut to the chase: To get to the point or focus on the main issue.
Fight tooth and nail: To fight fiercely or struggle vigorously to achieve something.
Grin and bear it: To endure a difficult or unpleasant situation with a smile.
Keep a straight face: To maintain a serious or neutral expression, especially when tempted to laugh.
Let bygones be bygones: To forget about past conflicts or disagreements and move on.
Pull someone’s leg: To tease or joke with someone in a playful manner.
Put two and two together: To deduce or figure something out using available information.
Shoot the breeze: To engage in casual conversation or idle chatter.
Spill the tea: To gossip or share juicy information.
Steal someone’s thunder: To take credit for someone else’s achievement or idea.
Stick to your guns: To remain firm in one’s beliefs or decisions, despite opposition or criticism.
The ball is in your court: It’s your turn to make a decision or take action.
Throw in the towel: To give up or surrender, especially after prolonged effort.
Turn the tables: To reverse a situation or shift the advantage from one party to another.
Walk a tightrope: To navigate a situation that requires careful balance or diplomacy.
Wear your heart on your sleeve: To openly display or show one’s emotions.
You scratch my back, I’ll scratch yours: Mutual cooperation or assistance in exchange for similar treatment.
A storm in a teacup: A situation that is exaggerated or blown out of proportion.
Back to square one: Returning to the starting point or the beginning of a process.
Bite off more than you can chew: To take on more responsibility or work than one can handle.
Break the mold: To do something in a new or innovative way.
Call it a day: To stop working or end an activity for the day.
Cut and dried: Clearly and definitively settled or decided.
Grassroots movement: A movement or campaign that starts at the local level and grows gradually.
In the driver’s seat: In control of a situation or decision-making process.
Jump on the bandwagon: To join a popular trend or movement.
Keep something at bay: To prevent something undesirable from happening.
Level playing field: A situation where everyone has an equal chance of success.
Make waves: To cause a stir or create a significant impact.
Out of the loop: Uninformed or unaware of recent developments.
Play it by ear: To improvise or make decisions as the situation develops.
Pull out all the stops: To make every possible effort; to do everything that can be done.
Run the show: To be in charge or control of a situation.
See eye to eye: To agree or have the same opinion.
Set the record straight: To provide accurate information or clarify a misunderstanding.
Take the bull by the horns: To confront a difficult situation directly and assertively.
Up in arms: Angry or outraged about something.
All ears: Fully attentive and eager to listen.
Bite your tongue: To refrain from speaking, especially to avoid saying something inappropriate or hurtful.
Cut the mustard: To meet expectations or perform satisfactorily.
Dead in the water: Stuck or unable to make progress.
Eyes are bigger than one’s stomach: To take more food than one can eat.
Fit as a fiddle: In good physical health.
Go the extra mile: To make additional effort or do more than is expected.
Hit the hay: To go to bed or go to sleep.
In the red: Operating at a financial loss.
Jumping for joy: Extremely happy or excited.
Keep it under wraps: To keep something secret or confidential.
Let the cat out of the bag: To reveal a secret or private information.
Mind over matter: The power of the mind to influence physical outcomes.
Off the beaten path: Away from the main roads or popular areas.
Pay through the nose: To pay an excessively high price for something.
Put two and two together: To deduce or understand something based on available information.
Rain on someone’s parade: To spoil someone’s plans or happiness.
Sail close to the wind: To behave in a way that is almost illegal or risky.
Shoot for the stars: To set ambitious goals or aim high.
Take it with a grain of salt: To be skeptical or not fully believe something.
A blessing in disguise: Something that initially seems bad or unfortunate but turns out to be beneficial.
Beat around the bush: To avoid addressing an issue directly or to speak indirectly.
Crack a joke: To tell a humorous or witty remark.
Drive a hard bargain: To negotiate firmly or demand a lot in exchange for something.
Face value: Accepting something as it appears on the surface, without deeper analysis.
Get the hang of it: To become skilled or proficient at something through practice.
Hear it on the grapevine: To hear information indirectly or through gossip.
In the blink of an eye: Very quickly or suddenly.
Keep something at arm’s length: To keep a safe distance from something, usually due to distrust or caution.
Make a mountain out of a molehill: To exaggerate a small problem and make it seem much bigger or more important than it really is.
Needle in a haystack: Something that is extremely difficult to find or locate.
On cloud nine: Extremely happy or euphoric.
Pull someone’s leg: To tease or joke with someone in a playful manner.
Rock the boat: To disrupt the status quo or cause trouble in a stable situation.
See the light at the end of the tunnel: To see signs of hope or improvement after a difficult or challenging period.
Take the plunge: To make a bold or risky decision.
Under the radar: Not attracting attention or going unnoticed.
Vanish into thin air: To disappear suddenly or mysteriously.
Weather the storm: To endure a difficult situation until it passes.
X marks the spot: A phrase used to indicate a specific location or target.
A stitch in time saves nine: Taking timely action to prevent problems from getting worse.
Back to the drawing board: Starting over because the previous attempt was unsuccessful.
Caught with one’s hand in the cookie jar: Caught in the act of doing something wrong or dishonest.
Don’t cry over spilled milk: Don’t dwell on past mistakes or losses that cannot be undone.
Every cloud has a silver lining: Even in difficult situations, there is something positive to be found.
Falling on deaf ears: Ignored or not listened to by others.
Go down in flames: To fail spectacularly or disastrously.
Hit the jackpot: To achieve unexpected success or luck.
In the nick of time: Just in time, at the last possible moment.
Jumping to conclusions: Making hasty judgments or assumptions without all the facts.
Keep the wolves at bay: To prevent trouble or danger from occurring.
Let sleeping dogs lie: To avoid stirring up old conflicts or problems.
Making a mountain out of a molehill: Exaggerating a small problem and making it seem much bigger than it really is.
No stone left unturned: Making every possible effort to find or achieve something.
On the edge of one’s seat: Feeling very excited or tense because of suspense or anticipation.
Painting oneself into a corner: Putting oneself in a difficult or inescapable position.
Playing with fire: Engaging in risky or dangerous behavior.
Putting the cart before the horse: Doing things in the wrong order or prioritizing incorrectly.
Riding off into the sunset: Departing or leaving a situation, often in a triumphant or romantic manner.
The straw that broke the camel’s back: The final small burden that causes an overloaded situation to collapse.
A wolf in sheep’s clothing: Someone who appears harmless but is actually dangerous or deceitful.
Beat a dead horse: To waste time or effort on something that is already decided or resolved.
Chip off the old block: A person who resembles their parent or has similar characteristics.
Cross that bridge when you come to it: To deal with a problem only when it arises, rather than worrying about it in advance.
Dog eat dog: A competitive and ruthless environment where people will do anything to succeed.
Fight fire with fire: To respond to aggression or hostility with a similar or stronger force.
Grin from ear to ear: To smile broadly, indicating extreme happiness or satisfaction.
Hit the nail on the head: To describe something accurately or identify the main point.
Keep your eyes peeled: To remain alert and watchful for something.
Let the cat out of the bag: To reveal a secret or disclose confidential information.
Make a long story short: To summarize a lengthy narrative or explanation.
Nip it in the bud: To stop something at an early stage before it becomes a larger problem.
Out of sight, out of mind: Forgetting about something or someone when they are no longer visible or present.
Play it cool: To remain calm and composed, especially in a tense or stressful situation.
Put all your eggs in one basket: To invest all of one’s resources or efforts into a single venture or opportunity.
Raining cats and dogs: Raining very heavily.
Set the record straight: To provide accurate information or clarify a misunderstanding.
Spill the beans: To reveal a secret or disclose confidential information.
Take it or leave it: Accept something as it is or reject it completely.
Under the weather: Feeling unwell or sick.
A penny for your thoughts: A way of asking someone what they are thinking about.
Bite off more than one can chew: To take on more responsibilities or tasks than one can handle.
Cold turkey: To quit something abruptly and completely, especially a habit or addiction.
Dressed to the nines: Dressed very elegantly or stylishly.
Elephant in the room: An obvious problem or issue that everyone is aware of but no one wants to address.
Feather in one’s cap: An achievement or honor to be proud of.
Go down in history: To be remembered or recorded for a long time, especially for achieving something significant.
Hit the books: To study intensively or extensively.
In the same boat: In the same situation or predicament as others.
Jump on the wagon: To join or participate in something that is popular or trendy.
Kick the bucket: To die.
Let the dust settle: To wait for a situation to become calmer or clearer before taking action.
Make waves: To cause a disturbance or create a significant impact.
Nose to the grindstone: Working hard and diligently, especially for a long period of time.
Off the top of one’s head: Without much thought or preparation; spontaneously.
Pull oneself together: To regain one’s composure or self-control, especially after a difficult or emotional experience.
Put two and two together: To make a logical conclusion based on available information.
Rule of thumb: A general principle or guideline based on experience rather than strict rules.
See eye to eye: To agree or have the same opinion.
Turn a blind eye: To ignore or pretend not to notice something, especially something undesirable or unethical.
Bite the hand that feeds you: To harm or show ingratitude towards someone who helps or supports you.
Break the bank: To spend or lose all of one’s money, especially on something extravagant.
Cry wolf: To give a false alarm or raise a false alarm about something.
Cut to the quick: To get to the most important or sensitive part of a matter.
Drive someone up the wall: To annoy or irritate someone greatly.
Eleventh hour: The last possible moment or opportunity to do something.
Fall on deaf ears: To go unheard or be ignored, especially when trying to communicate something important.
Get the ball rolling: To start or initiate something, especially a process or activity.
Hit the jackpot: To achieve unexpected success or fortune, often by luck.
Jump ship: To leave a situation or organization, especially when it is failing or in trouble.
Keep one’s head above water: To manage to survive financially or emotionally, especially during difficult times.
Live and let live: To accept others’ differences and choices without interfering.
Make hay while the sun shines: To take advantage of favorable conditions or opportunities while they last.
No pain, no gain: Success or progress requires hard work and sacrifice.
On thin ice: In a risky or precarious situation, where any misstep could have serious consequences.
Pull the plug: To stop or end something, usually abruptly.
Rub salt in the wound: To make a painful situation even worse by bringing up past grievances or failures.
Step up to the plate: To take responsibility or face a challenge courageously.
Take the plunge: To make a bold or risky decision.
Up in the air: Uncertain or undecided; without a clear resolution.
A slap on the wrist: A mild punishment or reprimand for wrongdoing.
Barking up the wrong tree: To pursue the wrong course of action or focus on the wrong person or thing.
Cut and dried: Clearly settled or decided; lacking in ambiguity.
Don’t put all your eggs in one basket: To not rely on a single source of support or investment.
Every cloud has a silver lining: Even in difficult or unpleasant situations, there is often a positive aspect or outcome.
Fool’s gold: Something that appears valuable or genuine but is actually worthless or deceptive.
Go the extra mile: To make an additional effort or go beyond what is required.
Hit the ground running: To start something immediately with great energy and enthusiasm.
In the heat of the moment: Acting impulsively or without careful consideration due to strong emotions.
Jump through hoops: To go through a series of difficult or time-consuming tasks or obstacles.
Keep something under wraps: To keep something secret or confidential; to not disclose or reveal information.
Let the chips fall where they may: To accept the outcome of a situation, whether it is favorable or unfavorable.
Make a killing: To make a large profit or financial gain, especially in a short amount of time.
No stone unturned: To make every possible effort or investigation to find or achieve something.
On the same page: In agreement or understanding about something.
Play devil’s advocate: To argue against a prevailing viewpoint or opinion for the sake of discussion or debate.
Put your money where your mouth is: To support your statements or beliefs with action or evidence.
Run a tight ship: To manage or control something with strict discipline and efficiency.
See the forest for the trees: To see the bigger picture or broader perspective, rather than getting lost in the details.
Sometimes, life throws us curveballs, but it’s how we catch them that defines our journey. Embrace the twists and turns, for they often lead to unexpected home runs
K
“Rise and shine! Today’s challenge may be the needle in the haystack, but remember: every cloud has a silver lining. So, roll up your sleeves, seize the day, and turn the tables!” – K
If you are reading this, let me remind you something, you are an amazing person by heart and a great soul one can have, keep smiling always because your smile is medicine for a lot of people, so keep going with your social service
K
