Tagged: idioms

Here are some common idiomatic expressions in English. Keep from To keep from doing something is to avoid doing it. Keep on To keep on is to continue to do something. Keep up with...

Here is a list of idiomatic expressions formed around words beginning with G. Blow the gaff To blow the gaff is to reveal a secret or plot. Play to the gallery To play to...

Here is a list of idiomatic expressions built around words beginning with letter B. Be left holding the baby When you are left holding the baby you are given a responsibility that you do...

Here is a list of idiomatic expressions built around words beginning with A. Take someone aback To take someone aback is to shock or surprise them. He looked taken aback. Abandon yourself to To...

Here are some idiomatic expressions formed around words beginning with letter C. Castles in the air Dreams or plans that will never be achieved The cat’s whiskers This is an informal expression used to...

A bit of fluff A bit of fluff is an attractive woman. He was spotted yesterday with a bit of fluff. A breath of fresh air A breath of fresh air is a person...

Abandon yourself to To abandon yourself to something is to give in to it completely. The kids abandoned themselves to the joys of summer vacation. The dancers swung their bodies with wild abandon. Be...

This lesson deals with the most common idioms in English. Each idiom is followed by its definition or meaning and example sentences. I couldn’t agree with you more = I entirely agree with you...