“Have a field day”
To enjoy an opportunity to criticize or take advantage.
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“All over the place”
Disorganized or scattered.
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Open idiom page“A mixed bag”
A combination of good and bad things.
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Open idiom page“Hold the fort”
To take care of things while someone is away.
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Open idiom page“Have a lot on your plate”
To have many responsibilities or tasks.
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Open idiom page“Back to square one”
To start again from the beginning after failing.
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Open idiom page“A hard nut to crack”
A difficult person, problem, or situation to understand or solve.
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Open idiom page“Go belly up”
To fail completely, especially a business.
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Open idiom page“Go out on a limb”
To take a risk by saying or doing something.
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Open idiom page“Drive home”
To emphasize a point clearly.
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Open idiom page“All things considered”
After considering everything.
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Open idiom page“Fall flat”
To fail to have the intended effect.
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Open idiom page“Down the road”
In the future.
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Open idiom page“Fair and square”
Honestly and according to the rules.
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Open idiom page“Come out on top”
To win or succeed after difficulty.
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Open idiom page“Breathe easy”
To relax after worry or danger has passed.
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Open idiom page“A rough patch”
A difficult period of time.
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Open idiom page“A golden opportunity”
A very good chance to do something valuable.
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Open idiom page“Iron out”
To solve small problems or disagreements.
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Open idiom page“Head in the clouds”
Not paying attention to reality.
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Open idiom page“Dead in the water”
Unable to continue or succeed.
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Open idiom page“Bide your time”
To wait patiently for the right moment.
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Open idiom page“Live and learn”
Used after learning from a mistake or experience.
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Open idiom page“Dirt cheap”
Very cheap.
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“Wear your heart on your sleeve”
To show your feelings openly.
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FAQ
What are English idioms?
Idioms are fixed expressions where the meaning is different from the literal words.
Why are idioms important in conversation?
They make speech sound natural and help you understand native-level communication.
How can I learn idioms faster?
Study idioms in context, repeat example sentences aloud, and review them regularly.
What are common idioms for beginners?
Start with high-frequency idioms from daily conversation and workplace English.