Expressions

English Expressions, Idioms & Phrasal Verbs | Meanings, Examples & Usage

Idiom Technology

someone appears active but is not thinking clearly

"When the AI glitched, it was like the lights were on but nobody’s home."

Idiom Trade

the largest portion of something

"Developed nations still get the lion's share of global trade profits."

Idiom Law

the power and reach of the law to catch criminals

"The long arm of the law finally caught the escaped prisoner."

Idiom Patience

Any big task starts with a small action.

"Don't worry about the entire project, the longest journey begins with a single step."

Idiom Luck

something decided by chance

"You can’t choose your team; it’s the luck of the draw."

Idiom Culture

A place where many different cultures blend together

"New York is often called the melting pot of cultures."

Idiom Literature

The ability to make money or succeed in everything one does.

"She seems to have the Midas touch—every project she starts becomes a success."

Idiom Ai

a person's or society’s sense of right and wrong

"We must ensure AI doesn’t lose its moral compass."

Idiom Curiosity

The more you learn, the more you realize how little you actually know.

"After years of study, he said, 'The more you know, the less you know.'"

Idiom Learning

The more you learn, the more you understand how much there is left to learn.

"The more you know, the more you realize you don’t — that’s the beauty of curiosity."

Idiom Friendship

The more people there are, the better the situation becomes.

"It will be more fun if everyone joins in. The more the merrier."

Idiom Truth

the complete and unvarnished truth

"She told me the naked truth about what happened."

Idiom Technology

something that will become extremely popular or successful soon

"Everyone thinks blockchain is the next big thing."

Idiom Science

the basic practical details of something

"We discussed the nuts and bolts of the new software project."

Idiom Education

having traditional beliefs or methods

"My professor is from the old school; he prefers chalkboards to slides."

Idiom Literature

words and communication have more power than violence

"He believes the pen is mightier than the sword, so he fights with ideas, not weapons."

Idiom Health

a person who looks very healthy

"Despite his age, he’s still the picture of health."

Idiom Politics

a controversial issue that no one wants to handle

"Corruption has become a political hot potato in the country."

Idiom Power

a person who secretly controls or influences the leader

"Though he's not the CEO, he's the power behind the throne."

Idiom Politics

people or organizations who hold authority or control

"The decision depends on the powers that be."

Idiom Evaluation

the real value of something can only be judged when it's put to use

"He claims the app is great, but the proof is in the pudding."

Idiom Honesty

the genuine or original thing

"This painting is the real McCoy, not a copy."

Idiom History

used to say that everyone knows what happened next

"They met in college, fell in love, and the rest is history."

Idiom Responsibility

the most ethical or moral action to take

"Apologizing was the right thing to do."

Idiom Justice

the system or symbol representing fairness and equality in law

"The judge ensures that the scales of justice remain balanced."

Idiom Literature

A symbol of shame or social stigma.

"In that conservative town, being divorced was like wearing a Scarlet Letter."

Idiom Learning

learning through difficult experiences in life

"He didn’t go to college, but he learned from the school of hard knocks."

Idiom Journalism

exclusive or sensational news

"The journalist got the scoop on the celebrity wedding."

Idiom History

An event with worldwide significance or impact.

"The invention of the internet was the shot heard around the world in communication."

Idiom Theater

to continue despite difficulties

"Even after the power went out, the actors knew the show must go on."

Idiom Ai

a hypothetical future point when AI surpasses human intelligence

"Some experts believe the singularity could change humanity forever."

Idiom Success

there is no limit to what someone can achieve

"With her talent and dedication, the sky’s the limit."

Idiom Law

a piece of evidence that clearly proves guilt

"The email was the smoking gun in the corruption case."

Idiom Creativity

the beginning of a new idea or thought

"That comment gave me the spark of an idea."

Idiom Journalism

when news becomes public or is first reported

"When the story broke, everyone was shocked."

Idiom Happiness

A metaphor for happiness or positivity, often used when things are going well.

"After all the hard work, things finally seemed to be shining."

Idiom Hope

Better times will come after bad ones.

"Don’t worry too much — the sun will shine again."

Idiom Learning

a student who is favored by the teacher

"Everyone knows he’s the teacher’s pet in our class."

Idiom Change

a situation has started to change in your favor

"After months of bad luck, the tide has turned for our team."

Idiom Problem Solving

a small visible part of a much larger problem

"The few complaints we received are just the tip of the iceberg."

Idiom Science

the moment when a change becomes unstoppable

"Climate change has reached the tipping point for action."

Idiom Truth

The truth can be painful or difficult to accept.

"I know you don't want to hear this, but the truth hurts."

Idiom Honesty

By being truthful, you can avoid trouble and feel liberated.

"Even though it was hard, the truth will set you free in the end."

Idiom Philosophy

A life lived without introspection or self-reflection is not truly fulfilling or meaningful.

"Socrates' belief that the unexamined life is not worth living continues to inspire those seeking a deeper understanding of existence."

Idiom Politics

to have control or an advantage over someone

"The ruling party has the upper hand in this situation."

Idiom Vision

the ability to imagine and plan the future clearly

"Many politicians lack the vision thing."

Idiom Patience

A situation in which you must wait for something to happen.

"It’s all about the waiting game when you’re looking for a job."

Idiom Architecture

be careful what you say because someone might be listening

"Speak quietly—the walls have ears."

Idiom Opinion

used to express how one understands or interprets something

"The way I see it, we should try again."

Idiom Numbers

everything; the entire effort

"She went the whole nine yards to make her wedding perfect."