“Bring to the table”
To offer useful skills, ideas, or value.
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“Boil down to”
To have something as the main point or reason.
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Open idiom page“Go the distance”
To continue until the end.
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Open idiom page“Dog days”
The hottest days of summer.
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Open idiom page“Chase rainbows”
To try to achieve something unrealistic.
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Open idiom page“Put two and two together”
To understand something by connecting facts.
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Open idiom page“Leave no stone unturned”
To try every possible way to achieve something.
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Open idiom page“Early days”
Too soon to know the result.
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Open idiom page“A smooth ride”
An easy and trouble-free experience.
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Open idiom page“Make it or break it”
To cause either success or failure.
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Open idiom page“Hit home”
To be fully understood or strongly felt.
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Open idiom page“By and large”
Generally; mostly.
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Open idiom page“Make hay while the sun shines”
To use a good opportunity while it lasts.
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Open idiom page“Fly under the radar”
To avoid attention or notice.
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Open idiom page“Have a change of heart”
To change your opinion or feelings.
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Open idiom page“Get your ducks in a row”
To organize everything properly before doing something.
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Open idiom page“Find your feet”
To become comfortable in a new situation.
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Open idiom page“Make a mountain out of a molehill”
To make a small problem seem much bigger than it is.
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Open idiom page“Don’t miss a beat”
To continue smoothly without hesitation.
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Open idiom page“Back to basics”
Returning to simple and important principles.
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Open idiom page“A turning point”
A moment when important change begins.
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Open idiom page“A slippery slope”
A situation that can quickly lead to worse problems.
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Open idiom page“A tough act to follow”
Someone or something that is hard to match or replace.
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Open idiom page“Bad blood”
Anger or dislike between people because of past problems.
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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.