Latest Expressions

# EXPRESSION MEANING
1 Four sheets to the wind Means extremely drunk
2 Curving Means to reject or ignore someone who is trying to initiate a romantic or physical relationship by delaying responses to messages or giving lame excuses for not agreeing to meet
3 Hindsight is 20/20 Means it is easy to understand something after it has already happened
4 Beggars can’t be choosy Means people who need something should be satisfied with what they get even if it is not exactly what they wanted
5 Dot your i's and cross your t’s Means to be very meticulous and pay close attention to every detail, ensuring nothing is overlooked
6 You never cease to amaze Used to express that one is consistently impressed or surprised by someone or something
7 Not up to snuff Means not as good as it should be; not up to an acceptable standard
8 Up to snuff Means to meet the required standard
9 Hob·nob Means to mix socially
10 S—t show Means a situation or event marked by chaos or controversy
11 Moving at a glacier pace Means something is progressing or changing extremely slowly, like the movement of a glacier
12 Water under the bridge Means something that's in the past and no longer relevant to the current situation
13 Doing a 180 Means to make a complete about-face or change one's mind or direction, often in a sudden or dramatic way
14 Pickup ball and run with it Means to take over and develop an idea or plan that someone else initiated, often when they were unable to fully execute it
15 Knee-jerk reaction Means an automatic, unthinking response to a situation
16 Real page turner Refers to a book that is so exciting that you want to read it quickly
17 Live in the moment Means to enjoy the present and not worry about the future
18 Shivering in my boots Means to be very nervous or frightened
19 Running point Means taking the lead or being in charge of a specific task or project
20 Hoodwink Means to deceive or trick
21 Bamboozle Means to fool or cheat
22 Making mountain out of molehill Means to exaggerate a minor problem or difficulty, treating it as if it were a much larger and more serious issue
23 Burning daylight Means to waste time, especially during the daylight hours
24 Fresh said of eyes Refers to getting someone else to have a look
25 Burn it all down Means to express extreme frustration or a desire for radical change
26 Light it on fire Means to motivate or energize someone, to get them to act quickly or forcefully, or to excite or arouse someone
27 Scorched earth Means a ruthless attempt to win at all costs
28 Looking dapper Means someone is neat, stylish, and well-dressed, often used to describe a man who is smart and handsome
29 Keep the faith Means to continue to believe in, trust, or support someone or something when it is difficult to do so
30 Everything happens for a reason Means that events and experiences, even difficult ones, are not random but have a purpose or underlying cause, often implying a higher, predetermined plan or meaning
31 Coming out guns blazing Means to approach something with a lot of force, energy, and determination, often in a forceful or aggressive manner
32 At a standstill Means a situation where all movement or activity has stopped, or no progress is being made
33 Stand still Means either to remain motionless or to tolerate something
34 Sounding board Refers to a person or group with whom you discuss ideas to get feedback and assess their viability
35 Being stonewalled Means when one person becoming unresponsive, withdrawing, and emotionally disengaging during a conflict or conversation, often giving the silent treatment or avoiding eye contact
36 Full of bologna Means something is filled with nonsense, foolish ideas, or empty words
37 Having the time of his life Means someone is enjoying themselves immensely and having a lot of fun
38 Circle back Means to return to a topic or conversation at a later time, often after some delay or after addressing other matters
39 A shoo-in Means someone or something that is a guaranteed winner or is certain to succeed
40 Poker tell Refers to any physical, verbal, or behavioral cue a player exhibits that, consciously or unconsciously, reveals information about the strength of their hand or their intended actions
41 More bang for the buck Better value for the money
42 Stir up a hornets nest Means to provoke a situation that causes a lot of anger, controversy, or trouble
43 Poke the beehive Means to intentionally provoke someone or stir up trouble
44 Poker face Describes an expressionless face that conceals a person's thoughts or feelings
45 Ride or die Means extreme loyalty and unwavering support for someone
46 Times gone by Means in the past, or bygone days, referring to periods or events that have already occurred. it evokes a sense of nostalgia and can be used to reminisce about past experiences, events, or periods
47 A little porky Means to tell a lie or make a false statement
48 Keep it in your head Means to remember something or keep it in mind, or to keep something to yourself
49 Hold down the fort Means to take responsibility for a place or situation while someone else is away or busy, essentially keeping things running smoothly
50 The other side With several meanings, ranging from the afterlife to a different perspective or an opposing force, depending on the context


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