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Idioms
For common expressions in the language.
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Idioms
all and sundry
Language; Idioms
This idiom is a way of emphasising 'all', like saying 'each and every one'.
a penny for your thoughts
Language; Idioms
This idiom is used as a way of asking someone what they are thinking of
the sun might rise in the west
Language; Idioms
When people say this, they mean that they don’t expect something to happen.
picture perfect
Language; Idioms
When something is exactly as it should be it is said to be picture perfect.
revenge is sweet
Language; Idioms
When you are happy to be proved right, then you know that revenge is sweet.
banana skin
Language; Idioms
(UK) A banana skin is something that is an embarrassment or causes problems.
call the dogs off
Language; Idioms
If someone calls off their dogs, they stop attacking or criticising someone.
