“Keep the wolf from the door”
To have enough money to avoid hunger or serious poverty.
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“Nail down”
To finalize or clearly define something.
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Open idiom page“Level playing field”
A fair situation where everyone has the same chance.
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Open idiom page“A fighting chance”
A reasonable possibility of success.
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Open idiom page“Fall by the wayside”
To fail to continue or be forgotten.
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Open idiom page“A small price to pay”
A minor cost or sacrifice for a good result.
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Open idiom page“Brush up on”
To improve knowledge or skill in something.
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Open idiom page“Easier said than done”
Something sounds simple but is difficult to do.
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Open idiom page“Dig deep”
To make a strong effort or use hidden strength.
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Open idiom page“Be that as it may”
Even though that may be true.
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Open idiom page“Get down to business”
To start focusing on the main work or topic.
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Open idiom page“Deep pockets”
A lot of money or financial resources.
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Open idiom page“Carry the can”
To take responsibility or blame for something.
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Open idiom page“Change of heart”
A change in opinion or feelings.
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Open idiom page“Fall into place”
To become clear or organized.
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Open idiom page“Few and far between”
Rare and not happening often.
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Open idiom page“Drop the ball”
To make a mistake by failing to do something important.
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Open idiom page“Keep a straight face”
To avoid laughing or showing emotion.
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Open idiom page“Get a taste of your own medicine”
To experience the same bad treatment you gave others.
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Open idiom page“A tight spot”
A difficult situation.
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Open idiom page“Call into question”
To make people doubt something.
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Open idiom page“Every now and then”
Sometimes, but not often.
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Open idiom page“Night and day”
Completely different.
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Open idiom page“Draw the line”
To set a limit on what is acceptable.
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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.