Straight From the Horse’s Mouth
Straight From the Horse’s Mouth = to hear information directly from the source being talked about or highest authority Origin: When people […]
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Leave It At That
Leave It At That = to say no more about something Ex: I could talk for hours about that movie, but I […]
Two Faced
Two Faced = when a person acts a certain way in one situation, and acts different in another situation * synonym […]
Or Else
Or Else 1. Used to say what will happen if something is not done. Ex: You have to leave, “or […]
When Push Comes to Shove
When/ If Push Comes to Shove = when a situation becomes so bad or desperate, that serious action is urgently needed […]
Buy (What Someone Said)
Buy (What Someone Said) = believe Ex: That idea sounds good to me, but will your wife “buy it?” Ex: […]
Eye-Opening
Eye-Opening = something that causes a strong emotional reaction because of unexpectedness, enlightening experience Ex: Moving out from your parents home can be […]
For Crying Out Loud
For Crying Out Loud = expression used to show irritation and impatience Similar expression: “For Christ’s/ god’s sake!” Ex: “For […]
Off the Top of One’s Head
Off the Top of One’s Head = 1) answering a question without much thought or knowledge 2) based on what you remember […]
To Have Someone’s Back
To Have Someone’s Back = to support or defend someone, to watch out for them Ex: If anyone tries to hurt you, […]