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Idioms
For common expressions in the language.
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stick out like a sore thumb
Language; Idioms
If something sticks or stands out like a sore thumb, it is clearly and obviously different from the things that are around it.
put all your eggs in one basket
Language; Idioms
If you put all your eggs in one basket, you risk everything on a single opportunity which, like eggs breaking, could go wrong.
rob Peter to pay Paul
Language; Idioms
If you rob Peter to pay Paul, you try to solve one problem, but create another in doing so, often through short-term planning.
strike while the iron is hot
Language; Idioms
If you strike while the iron is hot you do something when things are going well for you and you have a good chance to succeed.
other side of the coin
Language; Idioms
The other side of the coin is a different, usually opposing, view of a situation. (‘Flip side of the coin’ is an alternative.)
even a broken clock is right twice a day
Language; Idioms
This is used when people get lucky and are undeservedly successful.('Even a stopped clock is right twice a day' is also used.)
too many chiefs and not enough Indians
Language; Idioms
When there are too many chiefs and not enough Indians, there are two many managers and not enough workers to work efficiently.
