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#	EXPRESSION	MEANING
1	A bad apple	Someone who might corrupt the entire group
2	A baker's dozen	Thirteen, or one more than an actual dozen
3	A ballpark figure	An approximate figure
4	A bat out of hell	To describe someone or something moving very fast
5	A bird in the hand is worth two in the bush	It's better to have what you already have than to risk losing it for something better
6	A bit of a disaster	Means something that is unsuccessful or disappointing, but not entirely catastrophic
7	A blessing in disguise	A good thing that seemed bad at first
8	A bolt from the blue	Something completely unexpected that surprises you
9	A bone to pick	A reason why one is upset
10	A breath of fresh air	A person who is different from others in a very positive way
11	A bunch of	A group of something
12	A cheapskate	Someone who is tight with money
13	A chip on your shoulder	You have a grievance of some kind or an attitude that you won't let go of
14	A cut above the rest	To be better than other people or things
15	A day late and a dollar short	Too little and too late
16	A dime a dozen	Something very plentiful, common, and therefore, inexpensive.
17	A doozy	Something incredible, usually in a negative way
18	A doubting thomas	Someone who has a very skeptical attitude and who requires strong evidence to believe something
19	A drop in the bucket	Means a very small amount compared with what is needed or expected
20	A far cry from something	Something that has a great many differences from something else
21	A fifth wheel	Something that is useless or unnecessary
22	A flash in the pan	Something that seems promising at first but ultimately doesn't deliver anything
23	A fool and his money are easily parted	It's easy to convince a foolish person to give you their money for something silly
24	A for effort	Made an excellent effort (but perhaps didn't succeed)
25	A fork in the road	A situation in which you must choose one path or another
26	A good samaritan	A person who helps others in need
27	A hand-me-down	A piece of clothing that belonged to an older brother/sister and is passed to a younger brother/sister
28	A hang-up	Something, perhaps irrational, that consistently worries you
29	A hard nut to crack	Someone who is difficult to get to know or understand, or someone who is tricky to deal with
30	A home away from home	Means a place where one is as happy, relaxed, or comfortable as in one's own home
31	A hot potato	An issue, probably from current events, that is causing a lot of discussion and controversy
32	A journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step	Everything in life starts with a simple, yet vital, first step
33	A journey of a thousand miles starts with a single step	Means that even the most ambitious or challenging goal can be achieved by taking the first, seemingly small, action
34	A kickback	A bribe or other illegal payment of money, usually offered to get someone to do something
35	A little bird told me	A person (possibly someone recognized by both participants in the conversation) who imparted the information in question
36	A little bit	To a small extent or a small amount
37	A little goes a long way	Means a small amount of something can have a big impact or be enough
38	A little learning is a dangerous thing	People who don't understand something fully are dangerous
39	A little porky	Means to tell a lie or make a false statement
40	A match made in heaven	Means two people are perfectly suited for each other, implying that their relationship is divinely ordained or simply a perfect fit, like something orchestrated in heaven itself
41	A memory like a sieve	An inadequate memory
42	A memory like a steel trap	Someone has an exceptionally sharp and reliable memory, where information is easily retained and recalled, just like a steel trap securely catches its prey
43	A new lease on life	Means to substantially improve prospect of life or use after rejuvenation or repair
44	A pain in the neck	Refers to a person who is annoying
45	A penny for your thoughts	Tell me what you're thinking
46	A penny saved is a penny earned	Money you save today you can spend later
47	A picture is worth a thousand words	Better to show than tell
48	A piece of the pie	To get a share or portion of something, usually referring to profits or benefits
49	A quart low	Seeming confused; not thinking well
50	A ray of sunshine	Someone who is always cheerful and makes other people feel more positive
51	A rip-off	Something that costs too much for what it is really worth
52	A rising tide lifts all boats	It is associated with economic growth, wealth, and prosperity
53	A screw loose	To be crazy
54	A screwup	A mistake
55	A shoo-in	Means someone or something that is a guaranteed winner or is certain to succeed
56	A sledgehammer to crack a nut	Using a disproportionate (and probably ineffective) solution for a problem
57	A smart cookie	A clever and quick-thinking person
58	A snafu	Utter confusion or chaos
59	A sniffle turned into a full-blown cold	Something small turned into something big
60	A snowball effect	A series of events gain momentum and build upon one another, leading to a more impactful outcome
61	A stitch in time saves nine	Fix the problem now because it will get worse later
62	A stone's throw	Very close by
63	A storm in a teacup	A big fuss about a small problem
64	A storm is brewing	There is likely to be significant trouble in the near future
65	A surefire way	An approach that will definitely lead to something happening
66	A sweet tooth	To love sweet foods and flavors
67	A tempest in a teapot	Means a great anger or excitement about a trivial matter
68	A third wheel	Something that is not wanted or needed in a situation
69	A toss-up	Something that is difficult to decide
70	A watched pot never boils	Means time seems to pass much more slowly when you are anxiously waiting for something to happen, making the event feel like it takes forever
71	Absence makes the heart grow fonder	Means you feel more affection for those you love when parted from them
72	Absent-minded	Gives the impression of not being aware of what is happening in the present moment
73	Ace in the hole	A hidden, but very effective, method for winning a conflict
74	Ace up the sleeve	A hidden advantage in a competition
75	Achilles heel	A major weakness
76	Achilles' heel	A significant weakness and/or reason for potential downfall
77	Acid test	An important or critical test of something
78	Across the board	In every area and/or in every way
79	Act all high and mighty	Thinking or acting as though one is more important than others
80	Actions speak louder than words	Believe what people do and not what they say
81	Add fuel to the fire	Means to cause a conflict or difficult situation to worsen or intensify
82	Add insult to injury	To make a bad situation, worse
83	Adding fuel to the fire	To make a situation worse
84	Adding insult to injury	Means to act in a way that makes a bad or displeasing situation worse
85	Against the clock	Rushed
86	Ahead of schedule	To finish something earlier than the schedule requires
87	Ahead of the curve	Means to be more advanced, innovative, or better informed than others, typically regarding trends, technology, or knowledge
88	Ahead of the game	Means to be in a position of advantage, especially financially; succeeding or winning
89	All bark and no bite	Seems more intimidating than he actually is
90	All bets are off	Any existing agreements are discarded
91	All eyes on me	Means that everyone is paying attention to you
92	All greek to me	I don't understand it
93	All gussied up	Dressed in fancy clothes
94	All hands on deck	Means that there is a crisis that needs everyone to help out
95	All hat, no cattle	All talk, no action or substance
96	All heart	To be very kind and loving to others
97	All hell broke loose	Means a sudden, chaotic, and uncontrollable situation
98	All in the same boat	All in the same situation
99	All kidding aside	I was joking before, but now i'm going to speak seriously
100	All over the map	Something that doesn't stay on target with the primary topic or purpose
101	All set	Ready to go or proceed
102	All that glitters is not gold	Something may not be as valuable or good as it first appears
103	All the boxes are checked	Means that all the necessary requirements or criteria have been met or fulfilled, often in a checklist or list-like context
104	All the gear, no idea	Someone who has the necessary tools for a task but lacks the skills or knowledge to use them effectively
105	All the rage	Means something is currently very popular, fashionable, or a widespread trend
106	All the time in the world	Means that there is plenty of time to accomplish something or to take things at a leisurely pace
107	All things considered	Means taking every factor, positive and negative, into account before making a judgment or reaching a conclusion
108	All thumbs	Clumsy, especially with intricate tasks that require a lot of dexterity
109	All thumbs up	To be in complete agreement or approval of something
110	All wet	To be wrong to the extent of being unbelievable or just silly
111	Almost to the finish line	Means that someone is very close to completing a task, project, or goal
112	Along for the ride	To be present when something is happening, without actually participating in it
113	Always a bridesmaid, never a bride	Being consistently overshadowed by competitors
114	An about-face	A sudden change, usually in the opposite direction
115	An albatross around my neck	An encumbrance or significant burden
116	An arm and a leg	Something that is very expensive
117	An old head on young shoulders	Someone who seems to have more perception and wisdom than most other people the same age
118	An old soul	Someone who seems to have more emotional insight and wisdom than other people the same age
119	An open book	Someone who is extremely open about themselves
120	An ounce of common sense is worth a pound of theory	A small amount of practical, everyday understanding is more valuable than a large amount of theoretical knowledge
121	An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure	Its better to prevent a problem with little effort then to fix it later which is normally harder
122	Anchors aweigh	Means that a ship's anchor has been hoisted clear of the sea bottom and the vessel is ready to get underway
123	And bob's your uncle	Said after explaining how to do something, to emphasize how easy it is
124	Ants in your pants	You can't sit still
125	Anything but	Means not at all
126	Apple a day will keep the doctor away	Eat right to stay healthy
127	Apple of my eye	To be cherished or adored by someone else
128	Apply some elbow grease	Put some physical effort into what you're doing
129	Armchair quarterback	A person who offers opinions and advice but shows no evidence that they actually have any necessary knowledge or skill
130	Armed to the teeth	To be heavily armed
131	Around the clock	Means all day and all night
132	Around-the-clock	At every time of day and night
133	As busy as a bee	Very busy
134	As easy as abc	Very simple and easy
135	As easy as pie	Very simple and easy
136	As genuine as a three-dollar bill	Fake, as three-dollar bills do not exist
137	As happy as a clam	Happy and content
138	As i live and breathe	Used to emphasize the truth of a statement
139	As quiet as a mouse	Very quiet and reserved
140	As rare as hen's teeth	Extremely rare or non-existent
141	As right as rain	Something is perfect
142	As the crow flies	Either in a straight line or directly, without the use of roads
143	As white as a ghost	Extremely pale, so much so that it causes concern
144	As white as a sheet	Extremely pale, so much so that it causes concern
145	At a standstill	Means a situation where all movement or activity has stopped, or no progress is being made
146	At best	In the best-case scenario
147	At hand	Available (used for objects, not people)
148	At least	At a minimum
149	At my wits' end	Getting extremely frustrated and close to becoming angry
150	At one's fingertips	Easily recalled or available
151	At sea	Confused
152	At the 11th hour	At the last moment
153	At the bottom of the totem pole	Having a low-status position, especially at work
154	At the crack of dawn	Extremely early in the morning
155	At the drop of a hat	Do something without having planned beforehand
156	At the end of your rope	Reached the limit of endurance and/or patience with something or someone
157	At-large	At liberty when one shouldn't be
158	Avoid at all costs	Means to completely prevent something from happening, no matter what the difficulty or sacrifice involved; it emphasizes that something should be completely avoided under any circumstances
159	Baby boomer	Someone born during the years following world war ii
160	Back against the wall	Means to be in a difficult situation with no easy way out
161	Back to basics	To go back to thinking about the basic elements of something
162	Back to square one	Back to the beginning of an endeavor
163	Back to the drawing board	After experiencing failure, it's time to start a task over from scratch
164	Backfile	Refers to a collection of documents that are no longer in use or are in a different format than digital
165	Backfire	Means to have an opposite result from what was intended
166	Backhanded compliment	A compliment that is really meant as an insult
167	Backseat driver	A passenger who tries to interfere with the driver's driving
168	Backstabber	Means a person who betrays the trust of a friend, ally, or coworker by harming them secretly or speaking ill of them when they are not around to defend themselves
169	Bad blood	Ill or negative feelings
170	Bad egg	A person who causes trouble or is dishonest
171	Bad hair day	Hair is not looking as good as one would like
172	Bag and baggage	To indicate the entirety of someone’s belongings
173	Ball and chain	Something that limits one's freedom or ability to do things
174	Ball is in your court	It refers to the fact that it’s time for action now
175	Ball's in your court	It's your turn to act or respond
176	Ballpark figure	A rough numerical estimate
177	Bamboozle	Means to fool or cheat
178	Band-aid on a bullet wound	Trying to deal with a serious situation in a negligent way
179	Bang for the buck	The worth of one's money or exertion
180	Bang for your buck	Get the most benefit possible out of the money you spend
181	Bank on it	Means to rely on or depend on something happening or someone doing something with confidence. it implies a strong expectation or belief that something will occur as planned
182	Bare bones	A very basic model or version, with no extras or add-ons
183	Bare bones and all	To give everything you got
184	Barking up the wrong tree	To search for solutions in the wrong places
185	Basket case	A person or thing regarded as useless or unable to cope.
186	Bats in the belfry	Someone is behaving in an eccentric or less than sane manner
187	Batten down the hatches	Means to prepare for a difficulty or crisis
188	Batting a thousand	To accomplish a task perfectly
189	Be at a loss	Uncertain what to do; bewildered
190	Be glad to see the back of	Happy when someone leaves
191	Be in a tight corner	Being in a difficult situation
192	Be my guest	Go ahead and do it
193	Be the best version of yourself	Means to actively strive to improve your character, abilities, and overall self by identifying your strengths and weaknesses
194	Bear a grudge	To continue to feel angry or unfriendly toward someone or something because of a particular past incident
195	Bear in mind	Remember something, while thinking about something else
196	Beat a hasty retreat	To leave really quickly, especially to flee a difficult situation
197	Beat around the bush	Avoid saying what you mean, usually because it is uncomfortable
198	Beat someone to the draw	You do something before someone else manages to
199	Beat someone to the punch	To accomplish something before someone else does
200	Beat something into someone's head	To teach someone something by repeating it
201	Beat the bushes	To search thoroughly
202	Beat you to the draw	To do something before someone else manages to
203	Beating a dead horse	Continuing to talk about a subject that is now useless to discuss
204	Beating around the bush	Trying to avoid a topic
205	Bed head	Hair that is messy after sleeping on it
206	Bed of roses	A blissfully happy and comfortable situation
207	Bee’s knees	The very best
208	Beef up	To strengthen something
209	Been there, done that	Means that you have already experienced a specific situation or activity and have no interest in doing it again
210	Been there, done that, got the t-shirt	Means you have already experienced a specific situation or adventure, so it no longer excites, interests, or surprises you
211	Before the cows come home	Means for a very long time, or indefinitely. it's often used to describe activities that are unproductive or futile
212	Before you know it	Almost immediately
213	Beg to differ	To disagree
214	Beggars can’t be choosy	Means people who need something should be satisfied with what they get even if it is not exactly what they wanted
215	Behind one’s back	To do something to someone without them knowing
216	Behind someone's back	Without someone knowing
217	Behind the curve	Means lagging behind current trends, developments, or new ways of thinking
218	Behind the eight ball	To be in a difficult or unfavorable position
219	Behind the scenes	Something that happens in private
220	Being full as a tick	Means you have eaten or drunk so much that your stomach feels completely stuffed, bloated, and stretched to capacity
221	Being stonewalled	Means when one person becoming unresponsive, withdrawing, and emotionally disengaging during a conflict or conversation, often giving the silent treatment or avoiding eye contact
222	Believe you me	Means "believe me" with extra emphasis to show that a statement is true
223	Below the belt	To pass a disrespectful, insulting or unethical comment
224	Below the salt	Common, vulgar, or of low standing
225	Belt and suspenders	Exercising caution and avoiding of risks
226	Bend over backward	Try extremely hard to do something, usually to help someone with a specific issue
227	Bend th rules	Means to make an exception to a rule or to not strictly adhere to it, often in a way that is considered minor or not harmfu
228	Bent out of shape	Annoyed and upset
229	Bermuda triangle	Is a loosely defined area in the north atlantic ocean where ships and planes have reportedly disappeared
230	Beside oneself	Very troubled or anxious and distraught
231	Beside the point	Irrelevant
232	Beside yourself with joy	To be extremely happy or filled with joy
233	Best of both worlds	All the advantages of two different situations and none of the disadvantages
234	Best wishes	Used to express hope for another person's happiness, success, health
235	Bestie	Best friend
236	Besties	Best friends
237	Bet the ranch	To risk everything on an endeavor that you believe will be successful
238	Better half	Refers to a person's spouse or significant other, essentially meaning the person you consider to be the most important or "better" part of your life
239	Better late than never	Better to arrive late than not to come at all
240	Better to ask for forgiveness	Means that it is often preferable to take action without explicit permission first, and then apologize later if necessary, rather than to ask for permission beforehand and potentially miss an opportunity
241	Between the devil and the deep blue sea	Having to deal with the reality of two difficult possible outcomes for the same situation
242	Beware the ides of march	Sometimes used as a warning for upcoming events
243	Beyond the call of duty	To exceed expectations; to perform extra work that wasn't required by one's responsibilities
244	Beyond the pale	Outside of the limits of socially or morally acceptable behavior
245	Big cheese	A very important person, especially the most important person in an organization
246	Big deal	Something is important
247	Big fish in a small pond	Someone who seems more significant than they are because they live in a small or relatively insignificant community
248	Big shot	A powerful person
249	Big wheel	An influential, powerful, and important person
250	Bigwig	A powerful person with a high position in a corporate structure
251	Bird's-eye view	A broad and expansive view of a place or something
252	Birds eye view	Means to have an elevated, top-down perspective looking down on a scene, simulating a bird in flight, providing a comprehensive overview
253	Birds of a feather	People who are similar in character
254	Birds of a feather flock together	People who are alike are often friends (usually used negatively)
255	Bite off more than you can chew	To take on more responsibilities or challenges than you can handle
256	Bite someone's head off	To criticize someone strongly
257	Bite someone's nose off	To respond to someone in a very angry or aggressive manner
258	Bite the bullet	To endure a painful or difficult situation with courage
259	Bite the dust	To fail or suffer a defeat
260	Bite your tongue	To stop talking
261	Black and blue	To be bruised
262	Black sheep	A member of a family or group who is regarded as a disgrace to it
263	Black-and-white	To think in an extreme way; everything is either completely right or entirely wrong
264	Blackout	Faint
265	Blind date	Means a social gathering between two people who have not previously met
266	Blood on your hands	Means to signifies personal guilt or responsibility for a death or serious harm
267	Bloodsucker	A person who unfairly takes or uses things that other people worked for
268	Blow my skirt up	Means to excite, interest, or deeply please someone
269	Blow off steam	To express anger or frustration
270	Blow this joint	Means let's leave
271	Blown away	Very impressed
272	Blue blood	A blue blood is an aristocrat. blue bloods come from privileged, noble families that are wealthy and powerful
273	Blue in the face	To be exhausted due to strain or anger
274	Blue-collar job	A job that involves manual labor
275	Boil the ocean	Undertaking an impossible task or making a task unnecessarily difficult
276	Bolt from the blue	Something that happened without warning
277	Bone and all	Signifies the idea of accepting someone completely, including their flaws and vulnerabilities
278	Born with a silver spoon in his mouth	Means that his family is very wealthy, and he is likely to lead a privileged life
279	Bought the farm	To die unexpectedly
280	Bounce off the walls	To be extremely excited and energetic
281	Bowl of cherries	A blissfully happy and comfortable situation
282	Bread and butter	A person’s main source of income
283	Break a leg	A wish for good luck, often used in the theater world
284	Break even	Means to reach a point where expenses and income are equal, resulting in neither a profit nor a loss
285	Break new ground	To do something innovative that is regarded as an advance or of positive benefit
286	Break someone’s bubble	To do or say something that proves someone else’s beliefs are not true
287	Break the bank	To spend a lot of money or exceed one’s budget
288	Break the ice	To start a conversation by making people feel more comfortable
289	Breath of fresh air	Something that is new and refreshing
290	Breathing down my neck	Means to watch, monitor, or supervise someone so closely that it makes them feel annoyed, pressured, or uncomfortable
291	Bright eyed and bushy tailed	Means eager and alert
292	Bring home the bacon	To earn a living or provide financial support for a family
293	Bring it home	Means a successful completion, a deeper understanding, or securing a win
294	Bringing a knife to a gunfight	Means being significantly outmatched, often due to a lack of resources or a failure to prepare properly
295	Broke even	Means to have neither a profit nor a loss, meaning expenses and income are equal, and there is no gain or loss
296	Broke the bank	To deplete all available funds; to spend more than expected or affordable
297	Buck stops here	I have the final responsibility
298	Bug off	Leave me alone
299	Bull in a china shop	A person who breaks things or who often makes mistakes or causes damage in situations that require careful thinking or behavior
300	Bun in the oven	She is pregnant
301	Bundle of nerves	Very nervous or anxious about something
302	Burn bridges	To Do something to spoil relationships
303	Burn it all down	Means to express extreme frustration or a desire for radical change
304	Burn the midnight oil	Means to read, study, or work late into the night
305	Burning daylight	Means to waste time, especially during the daylight hours
306	Burning the candle at both ends	To work from early in the morning until late at night
307	Burning the midnight oil	Working late into the night
308	Bury one's head in the sand	To ignore something completely
309	Bury the hatchet	Ending a quarrel to make peace
310	Busting my chops	Busting my chops" primarily means to give someone a hard time through teasing, criticism, or nagging, but it can also mean working extremely hard
311	Busy as a bee	Very active
312	Butter up	To flatter or praise someone to get their help or support
313	Butterfingers	Is a humorous way to describe someone who is clumsy and often drops things
314	Butterflies in your stomach	Means to feel nervous or excited, especially before a performance or event
315	By the skin of your teeth	To do something with little chance of success
316	Caesar's wife	Means that someone in a position of power, particularly a public figure, must be above suspicion
317	Calculated risk	Is a chance of failure that's been estimated before taking action
318	Call a spade a spade	Identifying what something, or someone, really is
319	Call it a day	To stop working on something
320	Call it a night	Halt your evening or nighttime activities
321	Call the shots	To make the decisions; to decide what will be done
322	Call their bluff	To try to force someone to show that they are lying
323	Calm before the storm	Something bad is coming, but right now it's calm
324	Calm someone down	To help make someone calm
325	Can it keep	Means to stop talking or shut up
326	Can't hold a candle to something or someone	Cannot compete
327	Can't judge a book by its cover	You shouldn't attempt to judge someone or something just by how it looks
328	Can't keep up	Cannot stay at the same level of achievement
329	Can't put a face to the name	When you hear a name you recognize but you cannot remember what the person looks like
330	Can't see the forest for the trees	Unable to fully see or understand the whole situation because one is distracted or overwhelmed by the details
331	Canary in the mine	Refers to something that acts as an early warning of potential danger or failure
332	Can’t put my finger on it	Means you can't quite identify or explain the exact reason for something, even though you feel or notice that something is off
333	Can’t take a hint	Means someone doesn't understand or act on an indirect suggestion
334	Card sharp or card shark	Someone who makes money from cheating at cards
335	Carry a torch	To feel passion, devotion, or tenderness for
336	Carry the ball	To take on greater responsibility in order to help ensure a project continues
337	Cash cow	A consistent and reliable source of income or profits
338	Cash-strapped	Means individuals, organizations, or governments that are short on money and lack sufficient financial resources to meet their needs or expenses
339	Cast pearls before swine	To display fine attributes to people incapable of appreciating them
340	Cast-iron stomach	A stomach that never seems to get upset, regardless of what one eats
341	Castle in the sky	A hope or daydream for the future that will probably never come true
342	Cat got your tongue?	Expression used to ask someone why they are not speaking or are unusually quiet
343	Cat has nine lives	Cats possess a high level of resilience and the ability to survive against the odds
344	Cat nap	Take a short nap
345	Catch someone's eye	Means to attract someone's attention, to be noticed, or to make eye contact with someone
346	Cattywampus	Crooked or confused
347	Caught between a rock and a hard place	To face a difficult decision with no easy solution
348	Caught red-handed	To be caught in the act of doing something wrong
349	Change hands	For an object to be passed or sold from one owner to another
350	Change of heart	To change your opinion about something
351	Changed my mind	Means that you have decided to do something different than what you originally planned or thought
352	Chase adventure	Go out and do something interesting
353	Chasing your tail	Spending time and energy but achieving nothing; going around in circles
354	Chatterbox	Someone who talks constantly
355	Chatty cathy	To describe someone who talks a lot
356	Cheap shot	To take advantage of someone when they are down
357	Check is in the mail	A common excuse used by debtors to put off creditors
358	Cherry on top	A desirable feature perceived as the finishing touch to something that is already very good
359	Chew the fat	To chat or gossip
360	Chickens come home to roost	Means that the consequences of one's past actions, especially negative ones, will eventually return to affect them
361	Chips to the middle	Means to risk it all or bet all of one's money
362	Choke point	A narrowing that reduces the flow through a channel
363	Chop, chop	Get back to work
364	Chopped liver	Means someone or something that is not important or appealing
365	Circle back	Means to return to a topic or conversation at a later time, often after some delay or after addressing other matters
366	Claim to fame	Means a reason for being regarded as unusual or noteworthy
367	Clean as a baby bottom	Means something is extremely clean, often used to describe something that is very smooth and spotless, like a baby's bottom after being changed
368	Clean as a whistle	Something/someone who is free from dirt
369	Clean bill of health	A person or a system or organisation has been examined and found in good condition, without facing any significant problems or issues
370	Clean sweep	Winning without facing any defeats
371	Clean-cut	Having a neat appearance that suggests you are someone who does not break rules or cause trouble
372	Clear as mud	Very confusing
373	Close only counts in horseshoes and hand grenades	Means that close doesn't count; a close loss is still a loss
374	Close, but no cigar	Nearly achieving a goal but ultimately falling short
375	Close-fisted	To be mean
376	Close-knit family	Means a group of relatives with strong emotional bonds who support each other, stay actively involved in each other's lives, and share deep affection
377	Closer to the bone	Means something said or written is very close to the truth, often to the point of being potentially offensive or uncomfortable for the person it is about; essentially, it implies a very candid, almost blunt honesty
378	Cloudy situation	Means a state of being uncertain, confused, obscure, or lacking clear definition, often applied to complex issues, decisions, or murky liquids
379	Coast is clear	Means there is no danger of being observed or caught
380	Cold hands warm heart	Means someone has a kind and loving personality, even though their hands are usually cold
381	Cold turkey	To suddenly stop using a substance or engaging in a behavior
382	Come clean	Be completely honest; keep nothing hidden
383	Come hell or high water	Something will be done no matter what obstacles or difficulties arise
384	Come into your own	Means to reach a desired level of accomplishment
385	Come rain or shine	No matter what
386	Come to grips with it	Means to begin to understand or deal with a problem or situation in a direct or effective wa
387	Come to one's senses	Start to think and behave reasonably after a period of foolishness or irrationality
388	Come to your senses	To begin to think in a sensible or correct way after being foolish or wrong
389	Comes with the territory	Something is an expected result of a situation or position
390	Coming of age	Is a young person's transition from being a child to being an adult
391	Coming out guns blazing	Means to approach something with a lot of force, energy, and determination, often in a forceful or aggressive manner
392	Common courtesy	The level of politeness that people can generally be expected to show
393	Common decency	A set of ethical and moral behaviors that are guided by fairness, respect, and empathy
394	Common ground	Shared interests, beliefs, or opinions between two people or groups of people who disagree about most other subjects
395	Common law	A body of unwritten laws based on legal precedents established by the courts
396	Common law wife	A woman who is considered to be married to a man without having gone through a formal marriage ceremony
397	Common sense	The ability to think and behave in a reasonable way and to make good decisions
398	Comparing apples to oranges	Comparing two things that cannot be compared
399	Compromising position	Refers to a situation where someone is caught in a suggestive or potentially embarrassing act, often implying infidelity or inappropriate behavior
400	Connected at the hip	Means that two people are very close and inseparable, spending a great deal of time together and having a strong bond
401	Conversation has no guardrails	Means the interaction is completely unrestricted by predefined rules, safety filters, or ethical guidelines
402	Cookie cutter	The same approach or style is always used and not enough attention is paid to individual differences
403	Cool as a cucumber	To remain calm and composed
404	Cool it	Calm down
405	Cooler heads prevail	Means that in a tense situation, the influence or ideas of calmer and more reasonable people will ultimately win out
406	Copycat	Person who copies another's behavior, dress, or ideas
407	Cost an arm and a leg	Something that is very expensive
408	Costs an arm and a leg	To describe something that is very expensive
409	Couch potato	To be lazy
410	Count your blessings	To make a special effort to appreciate the good things in one's life
411	Cover to cover	Means to read a book, magazine, or document entirely from the first page to the last, without skipping any parts
412	Crack a window	Open a window slightly
413	Cram	To study frantically before a test
414	Crazy like a fox	Pretty clever
415	Cream of the crop	The best or choicest of anything
416	Crush on someone	Means to have a strong, often romantic, attraction or liking for someone
417	Cry for the moon	To ask for something that is rather difficult
418	Cry over spilled milk	To feel sorry over something that has already happened, even though it’s not helpful
419	Cry uncle	Means to surrender or admit defeat
420	Cry your eye's out	Means to cry very hard, uncontrollably, and for a long period
421	Curiosity killed the cat	Stop asking questions
422	Curving	Means to reject or ignore someone who is trying to initiate a romantic or physical relationship by delaying responses to messages or giving lame excuses for not agreeing to meet
423	Cut a rug	Means to dance, especially in an energetic or accomplished way
424	Cut class	To be deliberately absent from class
425	Cut no ice	Fail to make an impact
426	Cut somebody some slack	Don't be so critical
427	Cut the mustard	You meet expectations and are performing adequately
428	Cut to the chase	Getting to the important point
429	Cutting corners	Doing something poorly in order to save time or money
430	Damn someone with faint praise	To criticize someone in a way that seems to be praise but actually communicates disapproval or condemnation
431	Dark horse	A previously unknown person who becomes prominent or known for something
432	Davy jones's locker	The bottom of the sea, especially the grave of those who die at sea
433	Dawned on me	To suddenly realize or recognize something
434	Days are heaven sent	Means that certain days feel like incredibly fortunate, welcome gifts from above, arriving perfectly when needed, like a miracle or divine blessing, bringing unexpected joy, relief, or perfect opportunity, as if sent by god
435	Days are numbered	Someone or something is nearing the end of their existence, and will not last much longer
436	Dead as a doornail	Completely dead or quiet
437	Dead from the neck up	Unintelligent or stupid
438	Dead in the water	No longer effective
439	Dead quiet	Extremely quiet
440	Dead ringer	A duplicate or double, something that looks just like another
441	Dead tired	Extremely tired
442	Dead to the world	In a deep sleep
443	Dead-end job	A job that doesn't seem to have any opportunities for advancement
444	Deadline	Means the latest time or date by which something should be completed
445	Death and taxes	Something is inevitable or certain to happen
446	Deep down	How you really feel inside, even if you don't realize it
447	Devil is in the details	Something that seems to be good only from a distance
448	Devil quoting the bible	Good things being twisted for selfish and evil purposes
449	Diamond in the rough	A person who is generally of good character but lacks manners, education, or style
450	Dig two graves	Means that if you seek revenge against someone, you are essentially digging a grave for yourself as well
451	Ding-it!	Expression of complete frustration and anger; usually accompanied by flying hammers
452	Dire straits	To be in a very bad or difficult situation
453	Do it ASAP	Do it as soon as possible
454	Do it with both feet	Means to tackle a task aggressively
455	Do unto others as you would have them do unto you	Treat people fairly; also known as "the golden rule"
456	Do you come here often	A common phrase for initiating conversation with a stranger, especially one for seeking romantic involvement
457	Dodge a bullet	Means to narrowly escape a dangerous or unpleasant situation, essentially avoiding something bad that could have happened to you
458	Doing a 180	Means to make a complete about-face or change one's mind or direction, often in a sudden or dramatic way
459	Don't beat a dead horse	To continue to talk about something that is now useless to discuss
460	Don't bite the hand that feeds you	Don't act against someone who is supporting you
461	Don't count on it	You should not expect something to happen or rely on it
462	Don't cry over spilled milk	There's no reason to complain about something that can't be fixed
463	Don't dilly-dally	Means do not waste time, dawdle, or be indecisive
464	Don't give up your day job	You're not very good at this
465	Don't judge a book by its cover	This person or thing may look bad, but it's good inside
466	Don't jump to conclusions	Means to form an opinion or make a decision without having all the facts, essentially reaching a conclusion too quickly based on limited information; it implies making a hasty judgment without considering all possible explanations
467	Don't let the inmates run the asylum	Those who are in charge should make the decisions rather than those in subordinate rolls
468	Don't let your guard down	Means to remain alert and cautious, not relaxing or becoming complacent, even when you feel safe, as it could lead to potential danger or negative consequences; essentially, stay on your toes and be prepared for anything
469	Don't look a gift horse in the mouth	To find fault with something that has been received as a gift or favor
470	Don't make waves	Don't cause problems
471	Don't mention it	You're welcome
472	Don't put all your eggs in one basket	What you're doing is too risky
473	Don't s--t on your own doorstep	Don't sleep with your housemate or workmate
474	Don't spit on me and tell me its raining	Don't lie to me
475	Don't sweat the small stuff	Don't be concerned about trivial matters
476	Don't throw out the baby with bath water	To be careful not to discard something valuable while trying to get rid of something unwanted
477	Don’t be a stranger	Means you should stay in touch with someone, or visit them again soon, especially when they are leaving a place or situation
478	Don’t burst my balloon	Means to don't spoil my excitement or optimism, or ruin my plans/dreams
479	Don’t count your chickens before they hatch	Don’t depend on something before it happens
480	Don’t give up a day’s job	You are not very good at something or you could not do it professionally
481	Don’t jump the gun	Means to act too soon or before the right time
482	Don’t let the door hit you on the way out	Means to tell someone to get out in a rude or dismissive way, indicating that their departure is desired and you are not sorry to see them go
483	Don’t throw out the baby out with the bath water	Means to be careful not to discard something valuable while getting rid of something unwanted
484	Done and dusted	Successfully finished; completely finished
485	Door swings both way	Means a rule, principle, or situation applies equally to both parties involved, often implying that actions (positive or negative) will be reciprocated
486	Dot your i's and cross your t’s	Means to be very meticulous and pay close attention to every detail, ensuring nothing is overlooked
487	Double down	Means to continue to do something in an even more determined way than before
488	Down for the count	Tired; giving up
489	Down to the wire	Completing or finishing something with no extra time remaining
490	Drag your feet	Slow down intentionally to delay the outcome
491	Draw the line	To stop before a point where something okay gets not okay
492	Dream job	Means a highly personal, ideal position that perfectly aligns with an individual's passions, skills, and values, offering fulfillment, good work-life balance, and fair compensation
493	Dressed to the nines	Wearing stylish or elegant clothing
494	Drive me up the wall	To make one very nervous, upset, or annoyed
495	Drop the ball	To make a mistake or fail to do something
496	Drove hard and put out wet	Means someone or something looks extremely exhausted, worn out, neglected, or in rough shape
497	Drown your sorrows	Means to drink alcohol in order to forget something sad or upsetting that has happened
498	Drum up some support	Means to make an effort to obtain or increase support for something, often through active solicitation or canvassing
499	Duck test	For application of common sense and/or intuition regardless of technical parameters
500	Dutch oven	Means to fart in a bed and immediately pull the blanket over another
501	Eager beaver	Someone who is very eager or excited to do something
502	Eagle eye	Close or careful watch on something
503	Earworm	Thinking about a song or lyrics from a song over and over
504	Easier said than done	Not as easy as it appears to be
505	Easy come, easy go	You get something easily and you lose it easily
506	Easy does it	Slow down
507	Eat crow	To admit that you were mistaken about something
508	Eat like a bird	To eat very little
509	Eat like a horse	To eat a lot and have a big appetite
510	Eating crow	Admitting that you are wrong after taking a strong position
511	Eating humble pie	Admitting that you are wrong after taking a strong position
512	Egg on your face	Look foolish; be publicly embarrassed by something you did
513	Eight hundred pound gorilla	An entity so powerful that it can act without regard to the rights of others or the law
514	Elephant in the room	The big issue; the problem people are avoiding
515	End of my rope	Means having absolutely no patience, strength, or resources left to deal with a difficult situation or problem
516	End of time	Means "forever" or "always", essentially signifying something that will last indefinitely
517	Even stephen	Means having no balance of debt, an equal chance or score, or being exactly equal, like a tied game or a fair exchange
518	Even-steven	Means exactly equal, tied, or fair, often referring to a settled debt, score, or split
519	Every cloud has a silver lining	Good things come after bad things
520	Every dog has his day	Everyone gets a chance at least once
521	Everything from A to Z	Everything from start to finish; the complete event
522	Everything from soup to nuts	Everything from start to finish; the complete event
523	Everything happens for a reason	Means that events and experiences, even difficult ones, are not random but have a purpose or underlying cause, often implying a higher, predetermined plan or meaning
524	Everything is coming up roses	Things are turning out well or better than expected
525	Everything is looking up	Things are turning out better than in the recent past
526	Experience something first-hand	To experience something yourself
527	Eye for an eye	If someone harms you, you should harm them back in the same way
528	Eyes too big for (or bigger than) your stomach	You took more food on your plate than you can eat
529	Face a conundrum	Means to encounter a difficult problem or puzzle
530	Face only a mother could love	Means they are ugly by the person's standards
531	Face the music	Face the consequences of something you have done
532	Factor out	To isolate a common factor from an expression
533	Fair and square	To be done fairly and correctly
534	Fair to middling	Average in quality
535	Fair-weather friend	A person who only acts like a friend when things are going well and they can benefit in some way
536	Fairy Godmother	Someone who helps others with their problems, sometimes providing financial assistance
537	Fall by the wayside	Something that comes to be ignored
538	Fall in love	Means to develop romantic feelings for someone or something
539	Fall off the wagon	To fail to stick to a determination to do something
540	Fall on deaf ears	Advice is ignored by the people who need to hear it
541	False flag	A harmful action that is designed to make it look like someone else is responsible
542	False light	A legal term that refers to a misleading or false portrayal of someone in public
543	Familiarity breeds contempt	The better you know someone the less you like him
544	Fancy pants	Very fancy and maybe ostentatious
545	Far cry	Means something is radically different or completely unlike something else
546	Fashion victim	Someone who is obsessed with fashion, probably to the point where they go overboard and end up looking worse
547	Fat cat	A wealthy, but usually very lazy, person
548	Fatal attraction	A psychological phenomenon where the qualities that initially attract people to each other in a relationship eventually lead to the relationship's end
549	Father knows best	Means that a father is the authority figure who provides guidance and advice for his family
550	Feather in one's cap	Something one is proud of
551	Feather in your cap	Means an achievement or honor that someone can be proud of
552	Feather one's nest	To gather up resources to ensure future comfort
553	Feed a cold, starve a fever	Eating more will cure the common cold, and eating less will cure a fever
554	Feeding frenzy	To eat a large amount of food
555	Feel like a fifth wheel	Not needed or wanted in the situation, not valued
556	Feel like a million dollars	To feel extremely good
557	Feel like death warmed over	To feel or look extremely tired and drained
558	Feel the pinch	To feel the effects of a lack of money or other resources
559	Feeling blue	Feeling sad or depressed
560	Fell on its head	Means something was poorly executed or had a negative outcome
561	Fender bender	A minor car accident
562	Few cards short of a deck	The man often does very strange things
563	Field day	An enjoyable circumstance or day
564	Fifteen minutes of fame	To enjoy an extremely short period of fame or recognition of some sort
565	Fight an uphill battle	To deal with a difficult situation that becomes harder as you go
566	Fight tooth and nail	To fight hard and determinedly
567	Fill in the blanks	To guess the content of missing information
568	Filthy rich	Extremely wealthy
569	Find your feet	Adjust and become accustomed to new circumstances or expectations
570	Finders keepers, losers weepers	Means whoever finds a lost item gets to keep it, and the original owner has no right to reclaim it
571	Finger lickin' good	Delicious food (very informal)
572	Fingers crossed	Used to wish for good luck or to strongly hope that a positive outcome happens
573	First to cry foul	Which means to be the first person to express a complaint or protest about something, often implying that the complaint might be exaggerated or unnecessary
574	Fish out of water	To be in an environment that you're not used to or that you don't readily fit into
575	Fishy	Seems suspicious
576	Fit as a fiddle	To be in good health
577	Fit to be tied	Extremely angry
578	Fits and starts	Very brief bursts of motion
579	Five o'clock shadow	The signs of hair starting to grow back on the face of a man who has recently shaved
580	Fix someone's wagon	To ruin someone's chance of success, often in revenge for a grievance
581	Fixed in your ways	Inflexible in the ways you do things
582	Fixin' to	About to do something
583	Flat broke	Means to have absolutely no money, to be completely penniless, or destitute
584	Flavor of the month	Something that is trendy or fashionable to care about at the moment
585	Flea market	A market where people buy and sell secondhand and/or inexpensive goods
586	Flesh and blood	People who are related to you, or anyone or anything that is alive
587	Flights of fancy	Means an imaginative idea or plan that is unrealistic, impractical, or unlikely to be true
588	Fly in the face of something	To act in opposition to something or to show disrespect for someone or something
589	Fly in the ointment	Something unpleasant in a situation that is otherwise entirely pleasant
590	Fly off the handle	To suddenly become extremely angry, especially if overreacting to something
591	Fly the coop	To escape
592	Fly-by-night	Markedly untrustworthy or undependable
593	Flying by the seat of your pants	Making decisions based on instinct/intuition rather than on a plan
594	Foam at the mouth	To show rage
595	Follow in someone's footsteps	To follow the same path in life as someone else
596	Follow the money	To follow the direction of people gaining large amounts of money when investigating corruption
597	Food for thought	Something that you or others think is worth carefully thinking about
598	Fool around	To joke around and act in a jovial or silly way
599	Fool's gold	Something that looks like gold but isn't
600	Fools rush in where angels fear to tread	Means that inexperienced or foolish people will readily jump into dangerous or difficult situations that wiser individuals would avoid
601	Foot in the door	To find an opportunity to make progress in a desired direction
602	Foot the bill	To pay for something, especially something expensive
603	Footloose and fancy-free	To be free of care and worry, able to have fun all the time
604	For Christ sake	An exclamation used to express frustration, annoyance, or exasperation
605	For crying out loud	Exclamation of utter frustration at a person or situation
606	For goodness' sake	Something one says when one is frustrated or in a state of disbelief
607	For heaven's sake	Something one says when one is frustrated or in a state of disbelief
608	For the birds	Something that is silly, ridiculous or ludicrous
609	For the love of God	Used to give added force to an angry statement
610	Fork over the money	To pay money for something
611	Formidable opponent	Is a powerful or strong enemy or competitor that deserves respect and serious attention
612	Fortune favors the bold	You are more likely to succeed if you take risks
613	Forty winks	A very short nap, usually during the day
614	Four sheets to the wind	Means extremely drunk
615	Freak out	To become very angry, worried, or frightened
616	Freeze someone out	To deliberately leave someone out; to choose not to include someone who would expect to be included
617	Fresh said of eyes	Refers to getting someone else to have a look
618	From day one	From the very beginning
619	From rags to riches	To go from being poor to wealthy
620	From the get-go	From the beginning
621	From the word go	From the very beginning
622	From time to time	Occasionally
623	From your lips to God's ears	Means it's a way of turning someone's words into a prayer, asking the divine to make it so
624	Frowned upon	Means that an action, behavior, or practice is disapproved of, considered unacceptable, or viewed with displeasure by a group, society, or culture
625	Fuddy-duddy	An excessively old-fashioned person
626	Full of bologna	Means something is filled with nonsense, foolish ideas, or empty words
627	Full of crap	Doesn't know what he or she is talking about Offensive in most contexts
628	Full of hot air	To be a person who talks a lot but has no idea what they are talking about and/or is arrogant
629	Full of it	Means someone is talking nonsense, exaggerating, or not telling the truth
630	Full steam ahead	Enthusiastically moving forward
631	Full-court press	To put maximum effort into something
632	Functioning as advertised	Means something is operating or performing in the way it was intended and described in its advertising or promotional materials
633	Gain ground	To advance and make progress
634	Game plan	To put a plan in place; to decide how things should be handled
635	Garden variety	Ordinary, common, or unexceptional
636	Gave someone the thumbs-up	Gave someone approval
637	Get a handle on something	To gain control or understanding of something
638	Get a hold of something	To obtain possession of something
639	Get a hold of yourself	To gain control of yourself
640	Get a kick out of it	To be amused by something
641	Get a move on	To start being active again in something
642	Get a second wind	Have more energy after having been tired
643	Get a taste of your own medicine	Get treated the way you've been treating others (negative)
644	Get a word in edgewise	To be able to say something when someone won't stop talking
645	Get ahead of the game	To have an advantage over others
646	Get along with each other	To have a harmonious relationship with someone; to refrain from argument or conflict
647	Get back to someone	To contact a person again to tell them something in the near future
648	Get bent out of shape	To be upset, to take offense, or to be angry
649	Get cold feet	To feel nervous or hesitant about a decision or action
650	Get down to brass tacks	Get to the point of the matter
651	Get down to business	Start doing the practical things that need to be done
652	Get down to the nuts and bolts	To focus on the basics of something or a situation
653	Get from A to B	To get from one place to another
654	Get hitched	Means to get married
655	Get hold of someone	To get in contact with someone
656	Get in shape	To become strong or fit
657	Get in someone's hair	To annoy someone or cause them some kind of irritation or hindrance
658	Get into deep water	In a lot of trouble
659	Get it off my chest	To express something that has been bothering you or
660	Get it off your chest	Share information about something that has been bothering you
661	Get off my back	Stop criticizing me; stop nagging me to do something
662	Get out of hand	To be out of one's control
663	Get out of town	Means to leave the current town or city immediately, often used in a surprised or incredulous way to express disbelief at something someone has said or done, essentially saying you can't be serious or i don't believe you
664	Get some shut eye	Means to go to sleep or get some rest; it's an informal way of saying get some sleep
665	Get something out of your system	Do the thing you've been wanting to do so you can move on
666	Get the ball rolling	To begin or get started; to put things into motion
667	Get the gist	Means to understand the main point, core idea, or essential meaning of something, like a conversation, article, or situation, without necessarily knowing all the small details
668	Get the hang of it	To have the ability to complete a task and do it well
669	Get this show on the road	Let's go; let's get started
670	Get underway	Means to start, begin, or set an activity, event, or journey in motion
671	Get wind of something	To get information about something about to happen
672	Get your act together	Work better or leave
673	Get your ducks in a row	Make proper plans; get things in order
674	Get your feet wet	To take a small step in an effort to learn or do something new
675	Get your foot in the door	To establish an initial connection or opportunity that will benefit you in the future
676	Gets my goat	Something that really bothers or annoys someone
677	Give (or get) the bum's rush	forcible eviction or dismissal
678	Give a pass	To forgive someone or overlook a mistake
679	Give her a lick and a promise	Means doing a job, usually cleaning or a chore, in a quick, superficial, and careless manner
680	Give it a whirl	To give something a try
681	Give it the gun (or gun it)	To cause something to start or speed up; press the accelerator
682	Give it the once over	To clean or inspect something in a quick or cursory fashion
683	Give it your best shot	Try as hard as you possibly can; put forth your best effort
684	Give kudos to someone	Praise someone for achievements (note: kudos is not plural, so you can't give a kudo)
685	Give props to	Show appreciation for
686	Give someone a hand	To help or assist someone
687	Give someone the benefit of the doubt	Trust what someone says
688	Give someone the cold shoulder	To act rudely or ignore someone
689	Give something a fair shake	To try something for a while before deciding that it isn't for you
690	Give the cold shoulder	Intentionally ignore someone
691	Give them a taste of their own medicine	To give someone the same bad treatment that they have given to others
692	Giving someone a hard time	To make things difficult or unpleasant for someone
693	Go back to the drawing board	After experiencing failure, it's time to start a over from scratch
694	Go bananas	To go crazy
695	Go behind one's back	To sneak and do something without telling someone who should be aware
696	Go belly up	Go out of business; to lose everything
697	Go cold turkey	To quit or stop addictive or dangerous behaviour
698	Go down in flames	To fail suddenly and terribly
699	Go Dutch (or It will be Dutch treat)	When going somewhere with another person or a group of people, everyone pays their own way
700	Go fly a kite	Means to tell someone to go away or to leave you alone
701	Go off half-cocked	To act or speak impulsively and without proper preparation or consideration
702	Go on a wild goose chase	To do something pointless
703	Go the extra mile	To make an extra effort
704	Go the way of the dinosaurs	To go extinct or become obsolete; to fall out of common use or practice; to go off the firsthand market; to become a thing of the past
705	Go the way of the dodo	to go extinct or become obsolete; to fall out of common use or practice; to go out of the firsthand market; to become a thing of the past
706	Go with the flow	To let things happen or let other people tell you what to do, rather than trying to take charge
707	GOAT	Greatest of all time
708	Going forward	The next time or on a future occasion
709	Going postal	Becoming extremely and uncontrollably angry, often to the point of violence, usually in a workplace environment
710	Going south	Things are turning out worse than expected; an expression mainly used by ignorant yankees
711	Golden handshake	Special incentive given to an employee (usually an executive) to induce them to retire
712	Golden opportunity	Is a great chance to do or achieve something. it's an opportunity that's so beneficial that it's hard to pass up
713	Golden parachute	A large payment or other financial compensation guaranteed to a company executive should the executive be dismissed as a result of a merger or takeover
714	Gonna	Going to
715	Good things come to those who wait	Be patient
716	Got a leg up	Have an advantage over others
717	Got away clean	To escape a situation without any negative consequences
718	Grab (or take) the bull by the horns	Face a difficult situation directly, with confidence
719	Grab the wrong end of the stick	To misunderstand a situation or take the wrong approach in the nick of time and at the very last moment, just before it's too late
720	Grandfather it in	Means to allow someone or something to continue benefiting from existing rules or conditions even when new rules or requirements are implemented, essentially exempting them from the new changes
721	Grasping at straws	To find a solution or hope in a desperate situation
722	Graveyard shift	Working through the overnight hours
723	Green light	Permission to start or continue something
724	Green thumb	To be good at gardening; having good skills or luck with growing flowers or vegetables
725	Green with envy	Means to be very jealous or envious of someone or something
726	Grey area	Indeterminate territory, undefined position, neither here nor there
727	Guard your heart	Means to protect your heart with care and attention
728	Gut feeling	To do more than you’re required to do
729	Hail Mary pass	To do something desperate that could lead to a big success
730	Hair of the dog	An alcoholic beverage of some kind taken in an attempt to cure a hangover
731	Hair of the dog that bit you	Whatever caused you to be in the situation you're in, go get more of that
732	Hair's breadth	A very narrow space
733	Half a mind to do something	Thinking about doing something
734	Half price	Half the usual price at which something is offered for sale
735	Half the battle	Half of the effort or work required
736	Half-baked	Inadequately thought-out or planned
737	Half-baked idea	Too have a foolish plan
738	Hammering out a deal	To negotiate and arrive at a deal
739	Hand in glove	Very close
740	Hand over fist	Very quickly
741	Hands are tied	Not have the ability to help or take action
742	Hands down	Obviously, unquestionably, without a doubt
743	Hang in there	To not give up
744	Hang loose	Relax, let go, and live in the moment; don't take things too seriously
745	Hang me out to dry	To allow someone to be punished, criticized, or made to suffer in a way that is unfair, without trying to help them
746	Hang tight	Just wait for something to happen
747	Hang tough	To stay determined
748	Hanging by a thread	Means to be in a highly precarious state
749	Hankering	Strong intention or desire
750	Happy as a clam	Extremely happy
751	Happy-go-lucky	Very cheerful and happy
752	Hard pill to swallow	Something that is difficult to take or accept
753	Hard sell	To use selling techniques that are relatively aggressive or pushy
754	Hari-kari	To commit suicide
755	Has no filter	Means to have a tendency to say exactly what one is thinking without considering the consequences
756	Hasn’t exactly been a picnic	Means that a situation, task, or experience has been difficult, challenging, or unpleasant
757	Haste makes waste	You'll make mistakes if you rush through something
758	Hat trick	Three successes of the same kind, especially consecutive ones within a limited period, such as three goals in soccer
759	Hats off to you	Means you admire, respect, or congratulate someone for something they've done, showing approval for their hard work, achievement, bravery, or talent
760	Have (or with) a heavy heart	To be sad about something or reluctant to do something
761	Have a bee in your bonnet	To be extremely upset
762	Have a chip on your shoulder	Holding a grudge or feeling resentful because you believe you have been treated unfairly
763	Have a finger in the pie	To have an interest in or take part in some activity; to meddle in the situation
764	Have a hand in	Have a role in
765	Have a method to one’s madness	Seeming to be crazy but in fact is very clever
766	Have a whale of a time	To have a lot of fun or enjoy oneself very much
767	Have an advantage over others	To have an advantage over others
768	Have an axe to grind	To be upset about something and to perhaps desire revenge of some kind
769	Have bats in one's belfry	Eccentric or crazy in a harmless way
770	Have big ears	To listen to a conversation not intended for you; to eavesdrop
771	Have eyes only for something	To have desire focused on a specific person or object
772	Have hell to pay	To be in severe difficulties
773	Have it in spades	Means that they have a lot of it, or that they have it to a high degree.
774	Have no filter	Means to have a tendency to say exactly what one is thinking without considering the consequences
775	Have one's ear to the ground	To be well informed about coming events
776	Have one's head in the clouds	To have no concentration at all
777	Have some faith	Means to trust or believe in something or someone strongly, even without complete proof
778	Have something down pat	To thoroughly understand something
779	Have the blues	Sad
780	Have the hots	Means that they feel a strong sexual attraction to that person
781	Have the upper hand	O have more power in a competitive situation than the other side
782	Have the world at one’s feet	To be extremely successful and admired by a large number of people
783	Have the world by the tail	To be doing remarkably well with something; to be in control of one's life and prospects
784	Have time off	To have time away from work
785	Have two left feet	To be clumsy, especially while dancing
786	Have your hands full	To be completely busy or occupied with something
787	Have your head in the clouds	To have no concentration at all
788	Have your head in the sand	To avoid, or try to avoid, a particular situation by pretending that it does not exist
789	Haven't got a clue	Means to not know about something or about how to do something
790	Having a monkey on your back	To have a problem that you cannot solve or get rid of easily
791	Having second thoughts	Means you are having doubts or uncertainty about a decision, opinion, or action you previously made, leading you to reconsider it
792	Having the time of his life	Means someone is enjoying themselves immensely and having a lot of fun
793	He has a memory of an elephant	To be able to remember things easily and for a long period of time
794	He has bigger fish to fry	He has bigger things to take care of than what we are talking about now
795	He who laughs last laughs loudest	I'll get you back for what you did
796	He's a chip off the old block	The son is like the father
797	He's being coy	Means he is playfully evasive, shy, or reluctant to give a direct answer or reveal his true feelings, often in a teasing or flirtatious way
798	He's not playing with a full deck	He's not being smart
799	He's off his rocker	He's crazy
800	Head and shoulders above	Vastly superior
801	Head honcho	Someone in the highest position of power within an organization or company
802	Head in a noose	Means to be in a very dangerous or difficult situation, essentially putting yourself on the path to your own downfall
803	Head in the clouds	Tending to live in the imagination and not firmly grounded in reality
804	Head on the chopping block	Means to risk a bad thing happening to you by doing something or helping someone
805	Head over heels	To be very much in love
806	Head start	To have an advantage or an early start in something
807	Heads will roll	Means that as a result of something bad that has happened, you mean that people will be punished for it; especially by losing their jobs
808	Heads-up	An update that provides new knowledge or understanding of something
809	Hear it on the grapevine	To hear a rumor about someone or something
810	Hear something straight from the horse's mouth	Hear something from the person involved
811	Heaven can wait	Means something is not urgent and can be postponed
812	Heebie-jeebies	A creepy feeling that might make you shudder
813	Here and there	On occasion
814	Here’s the kicker	Used to introduce a surprising, dramatic, or unexpected turn of events in a story
815	High five	A gesture of celebration or greeting in which two people slap each other's open palm with their arms raised
816	High on the hog	To live in a luxurious way
817	High time	It's time to do something that should have been done a long time ago
818	High, wide, and handsome	Large and impressive
819	Hillbilly	Uneducated, unsophisticated person living in remote mountains or backwoods
820	Hindsight is 20/20	Means it is easy to understand something after it has already happened
821	Hissy fit	To get really upset and to show it
822	Hit a grand slam	Means a batter hits a home run with the bases loaded (all three bases occupied by runners), resulting in four runs scored and the maximum possible runs from a single play
823	Hit below the belt	Acting unfairly
824	Hit it on the nose	To have a perfect understanding of something or to do something perfectly
825	Hit me up	Contact me in the near future
826	Hit pay dirt	To come upon something of significant value
827	Hit someone below the belt	To insult or otherwise treat a person in an unfair way
828	Hit the books	To study intensely
829	Hit the ceiling	To get extremely angry
830	Hit the hay	To go to bed and get some sleep
831	Hit the jackpot	To come into possession of wealth or something of great value
832	Hit the mark	To find the perfect or ideal solution; to be in exactly the right place
833	Hit the nail on the head	Means to do or say something that is exactly right
834	Hit the road	To start on a journey
835	Hit the sack	Go to sleep
836	Hit-or-miss	Something that might be good sometimes and bad other times; unreliable
837	Hob·nob	Means to mix socially
838	Hocus-pocus	Magic of some sort, or perhaps trickery
839	Hoist by (or with) your own petard	Injured or defeated by one's own action that was intended to harm others
840	Hold down the fort	Means to take responsibility for a place or situation while someone else is away or busy, essentially keeping things running smoothly
841	Hold no grudges	Means to not have or hold onto anger, bitterness, or resentment toward someone
842	Hold the fort	To take responsibility for a place or maintain an activity while someone is away
843	Hold the line	To stay on the telephone to wait for the party you are calling to become available
844	Hold your horses	Slow down; stop and think about what you're doing
845	Hold your tongue	Stop talking, especially about something specific
846	Holding the bag	Having to be responsible for something
847	Holier than though	Means an attitude of moral superiority
848	Holy smokes	To express surprise, excitement, or pleasure
849	Home sweet home	Used when one returns home after being away to say that one is happy to be home
850	Honest mistake	An unintentional error that is not intended to cause harm
851	Honesty is the best policy	Even when it's difficult, telling the truth is always the best course of action, implying that being truthful will lead to better outcomes in the long run compared to lying; it emphasizes the importance of integrity and genuineness in one's life
852	Honeymoon	A trip or vacation taken by a newly married couple
853	Hoodwink	Means to deceive or trick
854	Hook, line and sinker	Doing something or trying to achieve something with thoroughness and passion
855	Hook, line, and sinker	Completely tricked or deceived
856	Hope for the best	To hope that something will be successful or happen in the way you want, even if it seems unlikely
857	Hopping mad	Extremely angry
858	Horse around	To act in a silly way
859	Horse of a different color	Something that is very different, especially with regard to a situation or an idea in the context of a debate
860	Horse sense	Common sense, especially with a connotation of folk wisdom independent from, and trumping, formal education
861	Hot mess	Something or someone in a state of extreme disorder, but paradoxically attractive
862	Hot under the collar	Angry
863	Hot-button issue	An issue that people tend to have strong opinions on
864	Hotcakes	To sell quickly and in large amounts
865	Hotshot	An important and powerful person in a particular place or situation
866	Houston, we have a problem	Disaster awaits
867	How do you like them apples	An expression used to boast about/gloat over something to someone Can also be used to express surprise
868	Hung the moon	Means to think someone is incredibly special, perfect, or highly admired, as if they have achieved something extraordinary
869	Hunky-dory	Happy and comfortable
870	Hurry up and wait	Means being rushed to finish a task or arrive at a place by a specific time, only to be forced to sit around and wait for a long period afterward
871	I am broke	I have no money
872	I can't even	To express that something is intolerable
873	I can't imagine	Something is unbelievable or terrible
874	I couldnt't care less	Means that you are completely not concerned or interested in something
875	I don't buy that	I don't believe you
876	I don't have two nickels to rub together	A drastic lack of money
877	I suck at something	I'm terrible or disappointing at something
878	I'll be a monkey's uncle	I'm shocked, surprised, and can't quite believe what i'm seeing or hearing
879	I'm all ears	The person is prepared and ready to listen to what you have to say
880	I'm here all week	Is a self-deprecating joke or sarcastic quip used after telling a bad joke, a cheesy pun, or a dad joke
881	I'm in over my head	Something is too difficult for you
882	I'm losing my mind	I forgot something obvious or important
883	Icing on the cake	Something that makes a good situation even better
884	If at first you don't succeed, try, try again	Means to encourage people to keep trying after failure
885	If it was a snake, it would have bit you	Means that the object you are searching for is right in front of you or extremely close all along
886	If the shoe fits	More common version of the original "if the shoe fits, wear it"; if it has all of the characteristics of a thing, it probably is that thing
887	If they didn't have bad luck, they would have no luck at all	Someone experiences such a consistent stream of negative events that, if they weren't unlucky, they would essentially never experience any positive luck at all
888	Ignorance is bliss	Ou're better off not knowing
889	Imitation is the sincerest form of flattery	Means that mediocrity can pay to greatness. it can also mean that someone admires another person's style, ideas, or behavior
890	In a coon's age	A long time
891	In a league of their own	Someone is better than anyone else at something
892	In a nutshell	Express something in a concise manner
893	In cold blood	Deliberately
894	In for a penny, in for a pound	Since you have started something, you should complete the work although it has become more difficult or complicated than you had expected
895	In good hands	In the care of somebody good or knowledgeable
896	In hog heaven	In a good situation; surrounded by your favorite things, such as favorite foods
897	In hot water	Someone is in trouble or facing difficulties
898	In ship shape	Means something is neat, tidy, and in good order, like a ship that is well-maintained and organized
899	In the ballpark	Close to a suitable amount or suggestion
900	In the black	To be financially successful
901	In the cards	Likely or certain to happen.
902	In the fast lane	A life filled with excitement
903	In the hole	In debt; in trouble, especially financial trouble
904	In the hot seat	In a difficult position, subject to much attention or criticism
905	In the red	To be losing money
906	Inside joke	A joke that is shared exclusively by a small group of people
907	It ain't over until the fat lady sings	This isn't over yet
908	It goes without saying	Something is so obvious that it doesn't need to be said
909	It is a poor workman who blames his tools	If you can't do the job, don't blame it on others
910	It is always darkest before the dawn	Things are going to get better
911	It just goes to show	Means something demonstrates or proves a point
912	It takes one to know one	You're just as bad as i am
913	It takes two to tango	Two persons are equally responsible for what is happening or has happened
914	It's a small world	People are similar all over the globe; often said when strangers discover that they have shared acquaintances or have visited the same places
915	It's a win-win situation	Just let me have my way
916	It's all greek to me	I don't understand any of it
917	It's like pulling teeth	Something that requires a lot of effort
918	It's no sweat	It's not a problem
919	It's not rocket science	It's not complicated
920	It's over my head	I don't understand it because it's too complicated
921	It's time to show up	It's time to be responsible
922	It’s a crap shoot	Means that a situation is completely unpredictable, risky, and up to pure chance or luck
923	It’s a two-way street	Means a situation or relationship where both people must share the work, effort, or care
924	It’s raining cats and dogs	To rain very hard
925	Itchy feet	Someone is getting restless; being ready to move on to the next activity
926	Jack of all trades, master of none	Means someone who is competent in many areas but not an expert in any one
927	Jam on the brakes	Press brakes of a vehicle suddenly
928	Jaw hit the floor	Be surprised
929	Jaywalking	Crossing the street at a place other than the crosswalk
930	Joe public	A hypothetical average or generic member of the public; the common man
931	Johnny come lately	Is a newcomer to or late starter at a particular place or activity
932	Johnny-on-the-spot	Means a person who is at hand whenever needed
933	Joined at the hip	People who seem to be together all the time
934	Joshing me	Fooling me about something
935	Jump at the chance	To quickly take advantage of a new opportunity
936	Jump down someone's throat	To get really angry with someone and express that emotion, perhaps in an aggressive way
937	Jump into the fray	Means to suddenly and actively participate in a heated argument, fight, or struggle
938	Jump into the ring	Means to suddenly and often enthusiastically become involved in a situation or activity, or to enter a competition or contest
939	Jump on the bandwagon	Join others in supporting a popular activity or trend
940	Jump the gun	To start too quickly, either without adequate preparation or at the wrong time
941	Jump the shark	Means that a creative work, most often a television series, has passed its peak quality and begun to decline, marked by a point where it resorts to outlandish, desperate, or far-fetched attempts to maintain audience interest
942	Jump through hoops	To do things that don't seem to make much sense, just because they're required
943	Junk food	Unhealthy, usually heavily processed food (such as candy)
944	Jury is still out	A decision hasn't been made yet
945	Just a moment	Please wait a moment or two
946	Just around the corner	Very close by
947	Just in the nick of time	Just before the last moment when something can be changed or something bad will happen
948	Just like old times	Means an experience or activity feels the same as it did in the past, evoking nostalgia or a return to a previous state
949	Just now	Something has recently occurred, perhaps within the last few seconds or minutes
950	Keep a level head	Means to remain calm and sensible, especially in a difficult or stressful situation, maintaining composure and clear thinking
951	Keep a lookut	Means to be alert and watch carefully for someone or something, especially to avoid danger
952	Keep an ear to the ground	Staying informed about everything
953	Keep an open mind	To wait until you know all the facts before forming an opinion or making a judgment
954	Keep at arm's length	To deliberately not let someone get too close
955	Keep at bay	To prevent someone or something from approaching or having an effect
956	Keep body and soul together	To earn enough money to stay alive
957	Keep in contact	Means to maintain communication with someone, essentially staying in touch with them through regular contact like phone calls, emails, or visits
958	Keep it coming	Don't stop..continue
959	Keep it in the family	To not share information or secrets outside of the family unit
960	Keep it in your head	Means to remember something or keep it in mind, or to keep something to yourself
961	Keep it under control	To control a situation
962	Keep it under wraps	To keep something a secret
963	Keep me guessing	To cause someone to be uncertain: the idea was to keep the enemy guessing until the attack had actually begun
964	Keep me in the loop	Keep me informed
965	Keep me posted	Stay in touch
966	Keep my cool	To stay calm
967	Keep my head above water	To manage to survive adversity, especially with regard to finances
968	Keep my nose to the grindstone	To remain focused on hard work
969	Keep someone at arm's length	To keep someone at a distance
970	Keep something at bay	To keep something at a distance
971	Keep something under one's hat	To keep something private or secret
972	Keep the ball rolling	To keep something going or to make sure it continues
973	Keep the faith	Means to continue to believe in, trust, or support someone or something when it is difficult to do so
974	Keep the home fires burning	Means to maintain a stable and supportive home environment, essentially keeping the daily routines and necessities of life going smoothly, often used when someone is away and the family left behind needs to stay strong in their absence
975	Keep the home fires lit	To maintain a stable and supportive home environment
976	Keep the lights on	Means to maintain the basic operations or functionality of a business, system, or organization, especially during difficult times, ensuring it continues to function
977	Keep up appearances	Means to pretend that everything is fine, normal, or prosperous when your actual life or financial situation is doing very poorly
978	Keep up with	To match someone else in terms of progress or success
979	Keep you posted	To keep someone notified of what is happening
980	Keep your chin up	To keep a positive and optimistic frame of mind
981	Keep your eye on the ball	To stay focused on the task at hand and not get distracted
982	Keep your eyes peeled	To be watchful and alert
983	Keep your fingers crossed	To hope that nothing will happen to bring bad luck or to ruin one's plans
984	Keep your friends close, and your enemies closer	Means to maintain strong bonds with friends for support while strategically monitoring enemies to anticipate their actions and mitigate threats
985	Keep your head	Maintain your sense of logic and be sensible
986	Keep your head on a swivel	To be constantly alert and aware of your surroundings
987	Keep your mouth shut	Stay quiet about something
988	Keep your nose clean	Behave well and stay out of trouble
989	Keep your wits about you	Stay aware of the situation you are in and be ready to react if you need to
990	Keeping up with the joneses	Trying to compete with your peers' social status, wealth, and possessions
991	Kept in the dark	To be kept unaware of something
992	Keyed up	To be tense and anxious, perhaps in anticipation of something
993	Kick the bucket	Die
994	Kick the can down the road	Means to put off confronting a difficult issue or making an important decision, typically on a continuing basis
995	Kick the tires	Means to examine or test something before making a decision
996	Kill someone with kindness	Overwhelm or harm someone with mistaken or excessive benevolence
997	Kill the goose that lays the golden eggs	To destroy something that gives you a lot of money to get immediate returns
998	Kill two birds with one stone	Get two things done with a single action
999	Kiss and make up	To become friendly again after a fight or disagreement
1000	Knee jerk reaction	A quick response
1001	Knee-jerk reaction	Means an automatic, unthinking response to a situation
1002	Knit one’s brows	To frown or scowl, usually to indicate anger, worry, or puzzlement
1003	Knives are out	People are ready to blame or punish someone
1004	Knock it out of the park	You have achieved great success or accomplished something exceptionally well
1005	Knock on wood	Means to be a confident or positive statement, to express a hope for one's good luck to continue
1006	Knock yourself out	Means to tell someone to go ahead and do something
1007	Know like the back of your hand	To know a place very well
1008	Know the score	Be aware of all relevant factors and variables
1009	Know which end is up	To possess sound judgment or common sense; to have a clear understanding of a situation
1010	Know which way the wind is blowing	To understand what is happening
1011	Know-how	The knowledge of the methods or techniques of doing something, especially something technical or practical
1012	Know-it-all	A person who behaves as if they know everything
1013	Knows where the bodies are buried	Means a person possesses confidential, incriminating, or embarrassing information about another person or an organization
1014	Knucklehead	Person who doesn't understand something or acts foolishly
1015	Labor of love	Something one loves to do, especially for the benefit of someone one loves
1016	Laid off	To lose one's job
1017	Lap of luxury	To be in an extremely luxurious situation
1018	Last but not least	This last-named person is in no way the least (least important, least qualified) of all the people being mentioned
1019	Last straw	The latest problem in a series of problems Something that leads someone to finally lose their patience
1020	Last-ditch effort	A final, perhaps desperate, effort at something
1021	Laugh all the way to the bank	To gain money, most likely in a dishonest manner, and to feel smug about it
1022	Laughter is the best medicine	Means that laughter has therapeutic benefits and can improve one's well-being.
1023	Lay an egg	To do something that is embarrassing
1024	Lay down the law	To set rules, probably strict ones
1025	Lay it on thick	Grossly exaggerate or overemphasize something
1026	Lay of the land	Means the features or characteristics of an area
1027	Laying it on thick	Unrealistic flattery or positive descriptions of something
1028	Lead someone around by the nose	To compel someone to do something, especially through manipulation or bullying
1029	Learn by rote	To memorize something
1030	Learn the ropes	To learn how to do well in a new job
1031	Learned my lesson	To have learned from an experience, probably one caused by a mistake
1032	Leave me alone	I want to be alone, so please stop talking to me; please go somewhere else, somewhere out of my sight
1033	Leave no stone unturned	Look everywhere
1034	Leave someone high and dry	To leave someone in a difficult position and to take things away from them
1035	Leave them laughing	Means to depart from a situation or conversation having made the other people laugh, often implying that you've done so in a clever or witty way, leaving them with a positive impression of you even after you've left
1036	Leave them wanting more	Means to end something (like a performance, story, or event) in a way that leaves the audience eager for more, creating a sense of anticipation and desire for continuation; essentially, to stop at a high point to keep people interested
1037	Leave well enough alone	Don't involve yourself in a situation that already seems stable and decent enough
1038	Left me in the lurch	To be left in a difficult situation
1039	Left out in the cold	Left out of something pleasant, or excluded from an opportunity
1040	Left someone behind	To leave someone somewhere and to go somewhere else
1041	Left-handed compliment	Saying something insulting in the form of appreciative words
1042	Lend a hand	To help somebody with something – especially something that requires physical effort
1043	Lend me your ear	Please listen to me
1044	Lend someone a hand	To help someone
1045	Let bygones be bygones	Leave past grievances in the past
1046	Let sleeping dogs lie	To stop discussing something that is already over or sorted out
1047	Let someone off the hook	To not hold someone responsible for something
1048	Let the cards fall where they may	Means to allow events to happen naturally, without trying to control or influence them, and accept the consequences, whatever they may be
1049	Let the cat out of the bag	To give away a secret
1050	Let the dust settle	To wait for circumstances to return to normal after something significant has happened
1051	Let your hair down	Let yourself relax
1052	Letter perfect	Precisely correct
1053	Level playing field	Fair and even circumstances, especially when it comes to anything with an element of competition
1054	Level the playing field	To make a situation fair for everyone involved, ensuring that no one has an unfair advantage over others
1055	Liar, liar, pants on fire	Means to accuse someone of telling a lie
1056	Life after death	Means the idea that a person continues to exist in some form after they die
1057	Life of Riley	A very comfortable, and probably luxurious, life
1058	Light it on fire	Means to motivate or energize someone, to get them to act quickly or forcefully, or to excite or arouse someone
1059	Light of my life	Someone you love who makes your life more cheerful and that you like to be around
1060	Lightning never strikes the same place twice	An event that will not likely happen again
1061	Like a bad penny	Means something unpleasant keeps coming back
1062	Like a cakewalk	So easy task
1063	Like a cat on hot tin roof	In an uneasy or nervous state
1064	Like a chicken with its head cut off	To behave in a frenzied manner
1065	Like a deer in headlights	To have a stunned or confused look on one's face
1066	Like a prize bull	Used to describe someone or something that is of exceptional quality or importance, like a prize-winning anima
1067	Like clockwork	On a very regular basis
1068	Like finding a needle in a haystack	Something difficult to do
1069	Like nailing jello to the wall	A very difficult or impossible task
1070	Like pulling teeth	something that is difficult to do
1071	Like putting more salt on the wound	Means to make a bad or painful situation even worse, often by adding insult to injury or highlighting a person's failure
1072	Like riding a bicycle	Something you never forget how to do
1073	Like taking candy from a baby	Extremely easy to do, especially something that involves convincing someone to do, or to give, something
1074	Like there is no tomorrow	Living in the moment
1075	Like to pull the strings	Means to be in control of events or of other people's actions
1076	Like water off a duck's back	It doesn't bother me
1077	Lit a fire under me	Means getting a sudden burst of energy, motivation, or pressure to act quickly and work hard, usually because of a looming deadline or a push from someone else.
1078	Lite the fires	Means to ignite passion, enthusiasm, or action, essentially to start something with great energy or zeal
1079	Live and learn	I made a mistake
1080	Live and let live	To be non-judgmental of others
1081	Live in the moment	Means to enjoy the present and not worry about the future
1082	Live it up	Have lots of fun
1083	Living the dream	Living a wonderful life, the type one would dream of
1084	LMAO	Laugh my a$$ off
1085	Lock, stock, and barrel	Absolutely everything involved
1086	Locked ad loaded	Means being armed-and-ready, battle-ready, or mentally prepared for an intense task
1087	Logic has holes	Means that an argument, reasoning, or explanation is flawed, inconsistent, or missing crucial information, preventing it from being fully convincing or valid
1088	LOL	Laugh out loud
1089	Lollygag	Means to waste time by moving slowly, fooling around, or doing unimportant tasks instead of working
1090	Lollygagging	Means to waste time, dawdle, or spend time doing things that are not serious or useful
1091	Long face	A sad facial expression
1092	Long in the tooth	Old or of advanced years
1093	Long time no see!	I haven't seen you in a long time
1094	Look before you leap	Take only calculated risks
1095	Look down on someone or something	To consider someone inferior to yourself; to have contempt for something
1096	Look down your nose at something or someone	To consider someone inferior to yourself; to have contempt for something
1097	Look like a million bucks	To look very attractive, usually well-dressed
1098	Look like the cat that swallowed the canary	To look smugly pleased or satisfied with oneself
1099	Look up to someone	To hold that person in high regard; to respect and admire that person
1100	Looking dapper	Means someone is neat, stylish, and well-dressed, often used to describe a man who is smart and handsome
1101	Looking to your laurels	Do not be lost in your achievements and lose sight of what is supposed to happen
1102	Looks like chicken scratch	Means handwriting or drawing that is incredibly messy, scribbled, or illegible, resembling the erratic marks a chicken makes in the dirt
1103	Looney tunes	Someone who may not be mentally healthy
1104	Loose cannon	A person who is unpredictable and difficult to control, and who will probably inadvertently cause problems
1105	Lose one's shirt	To lose a large amount of money, probably one's financial security as a whole
1106	Lose touch	To discontinue contact with someone, often unintentionally
1107	Lose your marbles	To go crazy
1108	Lose your touch	To lose one's ability or skill in a specific area
1109	Lose-lose situation	Is a situation where all parties involved end up worse off
1110	Losing my sh*t	Means to lose control of one's emotions, typically becoming extremely angry, upset, or frantic
1111	Lost at sea	To feel confused about a situation, and to not know what to do
1112	Lost my head	To become overcome with emotion or anger; to act irrationally
1113	Lot in life	Means someone's overall circumstances or life situation, often implying that it's something they have to accept as their fate or destiny
1114	Love at first sight	An instantaneous attraction to someone or something
1115	Love is blind	Means that love can make people overlook their loved one's flaws or faults
1116	Love is in the air	Means a feeling of love is in the air, or that love is everywhere
1117	Love it or love it	Means to express strong enjoyment or pleasure
1118	Love of my life	Means the person someone loves more than anyone else in their entire life
1119	Love you to the moon and back	Is a way of expressing very strong feelings of love for someone
1120	Lovebirds	Means when two people who are in a romantic relationship or are very affectionate
1121	Lovey-dovey	Means two people are being affectionate and amorous, especially in public
1122	Low blow	Means an unfair, unscrupulous, or hurtful attack, criticism, or action that is intended to cause distress or embarrassment
1123	Low down	Means the true facts or relevant information about something
1124	Low-hanging fruit	Something that is easy to take advantage of
1125	Luck of the draw	Means something is the result of chance and is beyond one's control
1126	Luck out	To be very lucky
1127	Lucky break	Something very lucky has happened
1128	Lucky dog	A lucky person
1129	Mad as a hornet	Extremely angry
1130	Madder than a wet hen	Extremely angry
1131	Made for each other	When a couple is extremely well-suited to each other
1132	Made my hair stand on end	To be very frightened
1133	Make a beeline for	To go directly toward
1134	Make a big stink	To complain loudly
1135	Make a long story short	Tell something briefly
1136	Make a mountain out of a molehill	Exaggerate a small problem
1137	Make a pit stop	To stop somewhere for a short period of time, usually during a long journey
1138	Make a scene	To create a fuss of some kind that draws the attention of others in a negative way
1139	Make ends meet	To have enough money for daily expenses over the course of a month
1140	Make eyes at someone	To look at someone in a flirtatious way
1141	Make hay while the sun shines	Take advantage of a good situation
1142	Make it or break it	Describes a situation, decision, or period where the outcome will definitively lead to either success or failure, leaving no room for a middle ground
1143	Make it rain	Means to earn a large amount of money, to bring in a lot of success, or to freely give out cash
1144	Make no bones about	To say something in a very definite way that doesn't allow for objections
1145	Make out like a bandit	To have success in a venture, especially one involving money or other benefits
1146	Make out what someone said	Discern what someone said
1147	Make the cut	To be chosen, selected or included in something
1148	Make the grade	To be satisfactory or to meet necessary standards
1149	Make tracks	To promptly or quickly leave
1150	Make two ends meet	To have just enough money for all your needs
1151	Make waves	To create any controversy or trouble
1152	Make yourself at home	An invitation to feel comfortable in someone else's home
1153	Making mountain out of molehill	Means to exaggerate a minor problem or difficulty, treating it as if it were a much larger and more serious issue
1154	Man's best friend	A dog
1155	Mark time	To wait out the minimum time you need to put in
1156	Maximize your potential	Means being more productive and successful by using your talents and working towards your goals
1157	Me time	Time spent doing things you enjoy or relaxing
1158	Means to an end	Something is done solely to achieve a desired outcome, even if it isn't enjoyable or important in itself
1159	Meat and potatoes	The basics of something or a situation
1160	Meet halfway	To understand one another's positions in an argument or situation, and to make compromises accordingly
1161	Mending fences	Means to repair or improve a relationship that has been damaged
1162	Mickey mouse job	A job that is considered insignificant, perhaps even useless
1163	Midas touch	To be able to make money much more easily than other people
1164	Middle of the road	A position (especially political) that is not at either extreme of the spectrum It is pretty much in the middle
1165	Mind your head	Means to be careful not to hit your head on a low ceiling, doorway, or hanging object
1166	Mind your own beeswax	Mind your own business and refrain from interfering in other people's concerns
1167	Mind your own business	Means to stop interfering in what doesn't concern you and focus on your own affairs
1168	Mind your p's and q's	Means to be careful of your behavior and manners, especially in social situations
1169	Mind your ps and qs	A reminder to be polite and behave appropriately
1170	Minimize the risks	Means to reduce the likelihood of loss or harm by implementing strategies and controls
1171	Miss by an inch, miss by a mile	Means that failing to achieve a goal by a small margin is the same as failing by a large margin
1172	Miss the boat	To act too slowly and missed an opportunity
1173	Miss the mark	Means to fail to achieve a goal or desired result
1174	Mission impossible	Means a task that is extremely difficult or dangerous
1175	Mixed bag	An assortment, or a group of entities with few characteristics in common
1176	Mom-and-pop	A small family-run business, or a tiny establishment, such as a corner shop
1177	Monday morning quarterback	Someone who tries to call the shots after the action is already over
1178	Money burns a hole in someone's pocket	When someone feels the need to spend money simply because they have it
1179	Money is no object	Means you are willing or able to spend as much money as necessary or travel whatever distance is required
1180	Money laundering	Means to disguise financial assets so they can be used without detection of the illegal activity that produced them
1181	Money talks	Money can be used to gain power and leverage; there is a strong implication of corruption
1182	Money to burn	To have large amounts of extra money
1183	Monkey business	Silliness or goofing off; breaking the rules
1184	Monkey see, monkey do	People do what they see other people do
1185	More bang for the buck	Better value for the money
1186	More bang for your buck	To get a lot of value for your money
1187	More than I bargained for	More than I expected
1188	More than meets the eye	There is more to it than you think
1189	More than one way to skin a cat	There are alternative solutions to this problem
1190	More the merrier	To say an occasion will be more enjoyable if a lot of people are there
1191	More trouble than it’s worth	Means something that requires a greater amount of effort, time, or resources than the benefit, usefulness, or reward it provides
1192	Move some things around	To make some adjustments
1193	Move the goalposts	To set your sights or standards even higher; to make something more challenging
1194	Move up in the world	Means to improve one's social status, increase wealth, or achieve greater success than before
1195	Moving at a glacier pace	Means something is progressing or changing extremely slowly, like the movement of a glacier
1196	Mum's the word	Stay quiet and don't talk about it
1197	Mumbo jumbo	Meaningless words or nonsense
1198	Murphy's law	What can go wrong, will go wrong
1199	My bad	It was my mistake and I take responsibility for it
1200	My door is always open	Means a person is available to listen, offer support, or accept new ideas at any time
1201	My eyes are bigger than my stomach	I wanted to eat more than my stomach could handle
1202	My hands are tied	I cannot do anything to change the situation because I am not the one who can make the decision
1203	My heart is set on	It means a lot to me to do something
1204	My mind is already made up	Means that someone has already reached a decision and is not going to change it; they are fully committed to their choice and won't be persuaded otherwise
1205	My neck of the woods	Where one lives
1206	Mystery on our hands	Means having an unexplained problem or situation present that now requires attention, investigation, or solving
1207	Nail home the point	Means to emphasize something so forcefully and clearly that it is thoroughly understood and leaves a lasting impression
1208	Neck and neck	To be very close as in a race
1209	Need elbow room	To prefer to have plenty of space between you and other people
1210	Needs a swift kick in the pants	Someone needs a strong, immediate push or motivation to get them to take action
1211	Netflix and chill	A slang term that's used as a euphemism for sexual activity
1212	Never too old to learn	Means it's possible to learn new things at any age. it encourages people to pursue their dreams and desires
1213	Next level	Describes something as being better, more advanced, or more impressive than before
1214	Next of kin	A person's closest living relative or relatives
1215	Next time	The following occasion, or the next time something will happen
1216	Nightcap	An alcoholic or hot drink taken at the end of the day or before going to bed
1217	Nincompoop	Person who doesn't understand something or acts foolishly
1218	Nine-to-five	An average job schedule
1219	No accounting for taste	Means that people's preferences are subjective and cannot be explained or justified rationally
1220	No big deal	Something is not important
1221	No biggie	To say that something is not a problem
1222	No brainer	Means something that requires or involves little or no mental effort
1223	No holds barred	Without any restrictions or limits
1224	No news is good news	Means that when you haven't heard anything about a situation, it's a positive sign that nothing bad has happened, implying that if something negative had occurred, you would have been informed
1225	No one is the wiser	Means that nobody is more aware or has gained more understanding about a situation, either because they still don't understand a complicated explanation or because they are unaware of something that happened
1226	No pain no gain	Means that suffering is necessary in order to achieve something
1227	No pain, no gain	You have to work for what you want
1228	No rest for the wicked	Means your work, chores, or responsibilities never seem to end, even when you feel exhausted
1229	No rhyme or reason	There seems to be no logical reason for it to happen or be done
1230	No skin off my nose	Something isn't going to affect you, so you don't really care
1231	No slouch	Means someone is very good, skilled, or capable at a particular activity
1232	No spring chicken	Not young anymore
1233	No stairway to heaven	Means there is no easy path to success
1234	No wiggle room	Means there is no capacity or scope for negotiation or operation, especially in order to modify a previous statement or decision
1235	Nose test	An informal method for determining whether something is authentic, credible, or ethical, by using one's common sense or sense of propriety
1236	Nosebleed section	The cheapest seats in an arena or stadium, high and far away from the action
1237	Not a big deal	Used to indicate that something is of little consequence
1238	Not firing on all cylinders	Seeming confused; not thinking well
1239	Not in a month of sundays	Something is unlikely to happen
1240	Not my bailiwick	Means something is outside a person's area of expertise, authority, responsibility, or interest
1241	Not my cup of tea	Not something that a person would do
1242	Not out of the woods yet	Means a person or situation is still facing difficulties, danger, or problems, even though some progress or recovery has been made
1243	Not playing with a full deck	Seeming confused; not thinking well
1244	Not the sharpest tool in the shed	He's not very smart
1245	Not touch with a ten-foot pole	Means to express a refusal to have anything to do with someone or something
1246	Not up to snuff	Means not as good as it should be; not up to an acceptable standard
1247	Not worth a hill of beans	Something has low value
1248	Notch up	To win or create a record
1249	Nothing to sneeze at	Means something is significant, worthwhile, or important enough to be taken seriously and not dismissed or ignored
1250	Nothing to write home about	Nothing special or exciting happened
1251	Now you're cooking with gas	You are taking the best approach to this problem and you will make rapid progress
1252	Of another mindset	Means having a different way of thinking or perspective compared to someone else
1253	Of two minds	Means to be undecided or uncertain about something, essentially having two different opinions or thoughts on a matter; it implies wavering between choices and not being able to make a decision
1254	Off pudding	Means something that causes uneasiness, dislike, or annoyance
1255	Off the bat	Means at the very beginning
1256	Off the clock	Means you are not currently working or being paid by your job
1257	Off the rails	Means to behave in a strange, abnormal, or wildly uncontrolled way
1258	Off the top of my head	To say something spontaneously; without thinking too much
1259	Old as dirt	Someone very old
1260	Old as the hills	Someone very old
1261	Old ball and chain	Means a person or thing that restricts someone's freedom or ability to do things
1262	Old flame	Is someone you previously had a romantic relationship with or sexual encounter with
1263	On a fishing expedition	Trying to get information out of someone without being fully aware of what you're looking for
1264	On a shoestring budget	Operating with very limited funds or resources
1265	On a wing and a prayer	Attempting something without adequate preparation and resources
1266	On cloud nine	Very happy
1267	On my last legs	Means to be extremely exhausted, near physical collapse, or nearing the end of one's life
1268	On one hand and then on the other hand	This expression is used to compare two aspects of a situation
1269	On pins and needles	To be anxious or agitated
1270	On point	Means something is perfectly executed, highly relevant, or accurate
1271	On the ball	To be alert, competent, and well-prepared
1272	On the clock	Means to be currently working or getting paid
1273	On the fence	Means being undecided, neutral, or hesitant to choose between two or more options, sides in a debate, or courses of action
1274	On the rocks	A relationship or enterprise experiencing difficulties and likely to fail
1275	On the same page	To agree with someone
1276	On thin ice	If you make another mistake, there will be trouble
1277	On top of the world	A state of extreme happiness
1278	Once bitten, twice shy	You're more cautious when you've been hurt before
1279	Once in a blue moon	Rarely
1280	One for the road	A final drink before leaving
1281	Open house	Means a day when members of the public are invited to visit a place or institution, especially one to which they do not normally have access
1282	Open your heart	Means to be vulnerable and openly share your true feelings, thoughts, and emotions with someone, essentially allowing them access to your most private self
1283	Opening pandora's box	Do something that causes unexpected problems
1284	Out of line	Means to behave in a way that breaks the rules or is considered disreputable or inappropriate
1285	Out of my hands	Means you no longer have control or responsibility over a situation
1286	Out of order	Means when a device is not working properly or at all
1287	Out of pocket	Paid for directly rather than being put on account or charged to some other person or organization
1288	Out of the blue	Something that is completely unexpected
1289	Out of the frying pan and into the fire	Things are going from bad to worse
1290	Out of the mouth of babes	Expression used when a child says something surprisingly wise or insightful
1291	Out of this world	Means extremely enjoyable or impressive
1292	Out of work	Means to be unemployed, jobless, or without a paid job
1293	Out of your league	Above or beyond what one is capable of attaining
1294	Out on a limb	In or into a dangerous or uncompromising position, where one is not joined or supported by anyone else; vulnerable
1295	Over my dead body	I am strongly opposed to something and will make sure it doesn't happen
1296	Overplayed his hand	To act more confidently than is warranted because one believes they are in a stronger position than they actually are
1297	Paint the town red	Go out and enjoy oneself flamboyantly
1298	Palm off	Pass off something as genuine when it is spurious
1299	Par for the course	To be expected; normal; common; usual
1300	Paragon of virtue	Means someone who serves as a perfect model or epitome of moral excellence, possessing no moral faults and embodying the highest standards of goodness, integrity, and righteousness
1301	Party pooper	Someone who puts a stop to the fun
1302	Pass away	To die
1303	Pass gas	Refers to the normal bodily process of releasing intestinal gas
1304	Pass muster	To be accepted as adequate or satisfactory
1305	Pass out	He consumed enough alcohol to make him pass out
1306	Pass over	To ignore the claims of someone to promotion or advancement
1307	Pass the buck	Blame someone else for something or make someone else responsible for a difficult or unpleasant task
1308	Pass the time	To spend time doing something enjoyable while waiting or while time passes
1309	Pass through	The act of traveling from one place to another, an opening in a wall, and a business structure
1310	Pass up	To refrain from taking up an opportunity
1311	Pass with flying colors	To be extremely successful, to achieve something that is difficult, to excel
1312	Passive-aggressive behavior	A pattern of indirectly expressing negative feelings instead of openly addressing them
1313	Patience is a virtue	Means waiting calmly and without getting upset is a good quality
1314	Peace and quiet	Means a state of calmness and tranquility, free from disturbance, noise, or interruption; essentially, a situation where there is no stress or commotion and one can relax in serenity
1315	Peak something	To claim that some commodity has reached its maximum availability and will begin to decline in the future
1316	Peanut gallery	The cheapest and rowdiest seats in an arena, usually at the back of the balcony
1317	Pegged it	Means having figured someone out
1318	Penny-pincher	Someone who is extremely frugal and careful with their money
1319	Penny-wise and pound foolish	Careful in trivial matters but wasteful or extravagant in large matters
1320	Perfect storm	The worst possible situation
1321	Pick of the litter	Means the best or most desirable member of a group or selection
1322	Pick someone's brain	Means to obtain information by questioning someone who is better informed about a subject than oneself
1323	Pick your brain	Ask some questions
1324	Pickup ball and run with it	Means to take over and develop an idea or plan that someone else initiated, often when they were unable to fully execute it
1325	Picture perfect	Means something is flawless, ideal, or perfect in appearance
1326	Picture-perfect	Perfect in appearance as with the subjects in paintings or photographs, without the common imperfections of real life
1327	Pie in the sky	Unrealistic expectations
1328	Piece of cake	Something is very easy to do
1329	Piece of the pie	To get a share or portion of something
1330	Pig in a poke	Something purchased without adequate examination
1331	Pipe dream	Unrealistic expectations
1332	Pitter-patter of little feet	The sound made by children running around inside a house
1333	Plant the seeds	Means to introduce an idea or feeling into someone's mind
1334	Play catch up	Means to make an effort to keep up with a rival or with the demands of a job or task
1335	Play devil's advocate	To argue the opposite, just for the sake of argument
1336	Play devil’s advocate	To argue, just for the sake of it
1337	Play for keeps	To exert serious effort because the outcome will be permanent or have a major impact
1338	Play it by ear	To go slowly and make a decision later
1339	Play one's cards close to one's chest	Means to be extremely secretive and cautious about one's intentions
1340	Play the field	Means to indulge in a series of relationships without committing oneself to anyone
1341	Play your cards right	To behave or work in a way that gives you an advantage or improves your odds of success
1342	Playing fast and loose	Means to be recklessly irresponsible, unreliable, or deceitful
1343	Playing hardball	Means using tough, uncompromising tactics to achieve a goal, often involving being harsh or unfair
1344	Playing to the gallery	Means acting in a showy, exaggerated, or overly simple way to win easy approval, popularity, or applause from a general, often unsophisticated, audience, rather than being genuine or focusing on substance
1345	Plead the fifth	To refuse to answer a question
1346	Please excuse my dear aunt sally	The mnemonic to remember the order of mathematical operations (pemdas)
1347	Pleased as punch	Extremely happy about something
1348	Plenty of fish in the sea	It's ok to miss this opportunity because others will arise
1349	Plot twist	Means an unexpected development
1350	Point of fact	Used to emphasize the truth of an assertion, especially one contrary to what might be expected or what has been asserted
1351	Poke the beehive	Means to intentionally provoke someone or stir up trouble
1352	Poker face	Describes an expressionless face that conceals a person's thoughts or feelings
1353	Poker tell	Refers to any physical, verbal, or behavioral cue a player exhibits that, consciously or unconsciously, reveals information about the strength of their hand or their intended actions
1354	Polish the apple	To try to gain favor with someone through flattery
1355	Political football	An issue that politicians argue in circles about or seek to use for their own political gain
1356	Pop into my head	Means an idea or thought came to you suddenly and unexpectedly, without any prior planning or reasoning
1357	Pop my balloon	Mean a viral dating rejection, a sudden disappointment, or the shattering of an illusion depending on the context
1358	Pop the question	Means to ask someone to marry you
1359	Popularize the movement	To cause something to become known, admired, or used by many people
1360	Possibilities are endless	There are a limitless number of options or potential outcomes, suggesting that anything is possible and there are no clear boundaries to what can be achieved or explored; essentially, the potential is vast and seemingly without limit
1361	Poster boy	A man who epitomizes or represents a specified quality or cause
1362	Pot calling the kettle black	Someone is criticizing another person for a fault that they also have
1363	Power corrupts, absolute power corrupts absolutely	Means that when someone has complete and unchecked power, they are very likely to abuse it and become morally corrupt
1364	Practice what you preach	Means to behave in the same way you advise others to behave
1365	Preaching to the choir	Means to try to convince people who already agree with you, essentially wasting time by presenting an argument to an audience that already shares your viewpoint
1366	Pretty partial to it	Means you have a strong liking, fondness, or preference for something, often more than other options
1367	Pretty penny	Very expensive
1368	Pretty please	Used for asking someone for something or persuading them to do something by trying to make yourself sound friendly
1369	Promises are meant to be broken	Means people often fail to keep their promises, implying that breaking promises is a common occurrence and sometimes considered acceptable, even if it shouldn't be; it essentially suggests that promises are not always reliable and can be disregarded
1370	Protect your blind side	Means to be aware of and guard against potential threats or vulnerabilities that you might not be immediately aware of
1371	Pull an all-nighter	To study all night
1372	Pull one's head in	To keep quiet or mind one's own business
1373	Pull some strings	To use one's influence over people of importance in order to make something happen
1374	Pull someone's leg	To joke with someone
1375	Pull the last straw	The final point in a series of unfortunate events when you feel you cannot take it anymore
1376	Pull the wool over someone's eyes	Fool that person; deceive or delude that person
1377	Pull together	To unite for a common objective
1378	Pull yourself together	Calm down
1379	Pull yourself up by your own bootstraps	Improve your situation by your own efforts
1380	Punching above your weight class	Means to achieve or perform at a higher level than expected, given your resources, status, or usual capabilities, often succeeding in a more challenging arena than you're typically expected to
1381	Puppet master	Means a person, group, or country that covertly controls another
1382	Puppy love	Refers to a young person's first romantic feelings, usually characterized as being intense but short-lived and often based on infatuation rather than deep understanding
1383	Put a pin in this	Stop discussing or working this now, with plans to come back to it later
1384	Put lipstick on a pig	If you dress up ugly, there's still ugly underneath
1385	Put one's face on	Means to apply cosmetics or makeup, typically referring to a full routine
1386	Put one's foot in it	To make an embarrassing blunder
1387	Put something on ice	Put a projet on hold
1388	Put the cart before the horse	Do things in the wrong order
1389	Put up your dukes	To be prepared to fight by holding up your fists
1390	Put your best foot forward	Begin a project in a positive or favorable way
1391	Put your foot down	To be decisive or determined, or to deal with someone in a strict way
1392	Putting on the dog	Dressing fancy; doing anything special to impress others
1393	Putting on the ritz	To behave extravagantly, lavishly, or self-importantly
1394	Quick and dirty	Fast and simple; not very sophisticated
1395	Quick buck	To get some easy money
1396	Quit cold turkey	To give up something all at once rather than gradually weaning off it
1397	Rain on someone's parade	To spoil something
1398	Raining cats and dogs	It's raining hard
1399	Raise a stink	Means to create a loud, public complaint or a great fuss about something, often to demand change or express strong disapproval
1400	Reach out to someone	Ask someone for information
1401	Read between the lines	Understanding the real message behind something
1402	Real page turner	Refers to a book that is so exciting that you want to read it quickly
1403	Red herring	Something that misleads or distracts from a relevant or important question
1404	Red tape	Excessive bureaucracy or adherence to rules and formalities, especially in public business
1405	Redneck	Uneducated, unsophisticated person, usually in the rural south
1406	Remember the alamo	Is a battle cry that refers to the 1836 siege of the alamo fort in san antonio, texas
1407	Ride or die	Means extreme loyalty and unwavering support for someone
1408	Ride shotgun	To say someone wants to sit in the front seat of a car
1409	Riding shotgun	Riding in the front passenger seat of a car or truck
1410	Right around the corner	Something is very close or will happen very soon
1411	Rise above the crowd	To distinguish yourself from others by achieving a higher level of performance, skill, or quality
1412	Rise from the ashes	To make a comeback after a long wait
1413	Road hog	To take up too much of the road
1414	Rob peter to pay paul	To take from one source to pay off another, often resulting in a cycle of debt or financial instability
1415	Rock the boat	Doing something that causes problems
1416	Roll off the tongue	Means words, phrases, or names that are easy, smooth, or enjoyable to pronounce and speak
1417	Roll out red carpet	Means to formally welcome someone important or to give them special treatment
1418	Roll up your sleeves	To prepare for hard work, mainly physical task
1419	Roll with the punches	Means to adapt to difficult situations, handle unexpected setbacks, and keep going despite adversity
1420	Roll your eyes	Show skepticism about a plan or situation
1421	Rolling	Means to something that is continuous, adjustable, or moving without a fixed deadline
1422	Rolling in dough	To be very wealthy or have a lot of money
1423	Rolling in it	Means to be very wealthy
1424	Rolling in the aisles	Means to laugh uncontrollably
1425	Rolling stone gathers no moss	Means a person who never settles in one place or job will not accumulate wealth, stability, or responsibilities
1426	Roughneck	Person who performs hard manual labor, or is uncouth
1427	Round the bend	Crazy
1428	Rounding third base	Almost finished with a task
1429	Rude awakening	A sudden and unpleasant discovery that one is mistaken
1430	Ruffle feathers	To irritate or annoy someone
1431	Rule of thumb	A general guideline, rather than a strict rule
1432	Run around in circles	To be very active but with few results
1433	Run it up the flagpole	To present an idea tentatively and see whether it receives a favorable reaction
1434	Run like the wind	Run fast
1435	Running around like a chicken with your head cut off	Being confused, disorganized, or unsure of where to get started or what to do next
1436	Running on fumes	Means to be in a state of near exhaustion or depletion, where you're barely managing to continue
1437	Running point	Means taking the lead or being in charge of a specific task or project
1438	Sacred cow	Something considered immune from question or criticism, especially unreasonably so
1439	Safety in numbers	Being in a group of people makes you feel more confident or secure about taking action
1440	Sail close to the wind	To behave in a manner that is on the verge of being dangerous, improper or illegal
1441	Salt of the earth	Means a person or group of people of great kindness, reliability, or honesty
1442	Salute smartly and carry on	Means accepting an order, decision, or chain of command with prompt respect and efficiency, and then immediately returning to the task at hand without complaint or hesitation
1443	Same old same old	Used to describe a situation or someone's behavior that remains unchanging, often in a way that is boring or annoying
1444	Same s--t different day	Describes a situation where things are essentially unchanged, despite the passage of time, often implying a lack of progress or improvement
1445	Save for a rainy day	To save money for later
1446	Save the planet	Means to actively protect and preserve the earth's environment from damage caused by human activities, such as pollution, climate change, and resource depletion
1447	Saved by the bell	Used when one has been saved by the timely intervention of something or someone, or when one has been rescued from difficulty at the last second
1448	Say "uncle"	Expression to demand that the opponent in a contest submit or give up
1449	Say your piece	Express your opinion
1450	S—t show	Means a situation or event marked by chaos or controversy
1451	Scam	To swindle
1452	Scaredy cat	Person who is easily frightened
1453	Scorched earth	Means a ruthless attempt to win at all costs
1454	Scrape the barrel	To be reduced to using things or people of the poorest quality because there is nothing else available
1455	Scratch my back	Means to do someone a favor with the expectation that they will do you a favor in return
1456	Scratch that	Means to immediately cancel, retract, or ignore a previous statement or idea
1457	Sea legs	To master a task or a job without feeling overwhelmed or uneasy
1458	Second nature	Easy and natural
1459	Second to none	Better than all others of the same kind
1460	Second-hand	Previously owned or used
1461	See a man about a horse	Is an old-fashioned idiom used as a polite or humorous excuse when leaving a place without explaining where you are going
1462	See eye to eye	To have the same opinion or have the same point of view
1463	See in the dark	To be aware of something that others might not know about or understand
1464	See past the end of one's nose	To have insight into underlying facts or consequences; to possess common sense or a vision for the future
1465	See the light at the end of the tunnel	To have hope that a difficult or unpleasant situation will soon come to an end
1466	See the world through rose-colored glasses	Be overly optimistic; only see the positive aspects
1467	Seeing red	To be extremely angry
1468	Sell like hot cakes	To be sold quickly and in large numbers
1469	Sell someone a bill of goods	To deceive someone into buying or believing something that has no value
1470	Separates the men from the boys	Means to distinguish between those who are skilled, experienced, or mature, and those who are not, often implying a test or challenge that reveals true capabilities
1471	Set the pace	Lead the way in doing or achieving something
1472	Set the record straight	To reveal the truth or to clarify
1473	Sh** eating grin	A snarky, knowing smile
1474	Sh** happens	Life is full of unfortunate unpredictable events
1475	Sh** or get off the pot	Just hurry and finish
1476	Shaking like a leaf	Very frightened
1477	Shape up or ship out	Work better or leave
1478	Sharp as a tack	Very intelligent or clever
1479	Shell shock	Means a state of extreme mental confusion, exhaustion, or trauma resulting from intense stress
1480	Shivering in my boots	Means to be very nervous or frightened
1481	Shoot for the moon	Means to set exceptionally high goals and ambitions, aiming for something very difficult or seemingly impossible to achieve
1482	Shoot the breeze	Make small talk; have a casual conversation
1483	Should be straightforward	Something should be easy to understand, clear, and direct, without any complications or hidden meanings
1484	Show no remorse	To demonstrate a complete lack of guilt, regret, or sorrow for one's actions
1485	Showboating	Means behaving in a flashy, ostentatious way to attract attention, often by showing off skills (like an athlete doing tricks) or being excessively flamboyant
1486	Shut the front door	Is an informal expression used to convey strong surprise or disbelief, essentially meaning no way or you're kidding me
1487	Sight for sore eyes	A way of saying that you are very pleased to see someone or something, or that you think someone or something is very attractive
1488	Silence is golden	Means that sometimes it is better to say nothing, implying that keeping quiet can be more valuable than speaking up in certain situations
1489	Silver lining	Means a consoling or hopeful prospect within an otherwise difficult, unpleasant, or sad situation
1490	Silver spoon	Means someone was born into a wealthy family and has many advantages in life
1491	Sitting on the fence	Can't make up there mind
1492	Skating on thin ice	Engaged in some behavior that is risky, dangerous, or could cause trouble
1493	Skedaddle	Leave; get out of here
1494	Skeleton in the closet	Means they have a discreditable or embarrassing fact that they want to keep secret
1495	Skin and bones	Very thin in a way that is unattractive and unhealthy
1496	Skin in the game	Having a vested interest in how something turns out
1497	Skinflint	Someone who doesn't like to spend (or give) money
1498	Slap on the wrist	A minor caution against doing something
1499	Sleep like a log	Sleep very soundly without waking
1500	Slip your mind	To forget something
1501	Slow and steady wins the race	Reliability is more important than speed
1502	Slow burn	Low-level anger that continues to increase over time
1503	Slow poke	An informal term for someone who moves or acts slowly
1504	Slowpoke	Means a person who acts or moves slowly
1505	Smell a rat	To get a sense that there is a problem with something
1506	Smell test	An informal method for determining whether something is authentic, credible, or ethical, by using one's common sense or sense of propriety
1507	SNAFU	Situation Normal, All F---ed Up
1508	Snail mail	Refers to mail that is carried by the traditional postal delivery service
1509	Snap out of it	Means to quickly recover from a negative situation or to change one's state of mind
1510	Snowball effect	Events have momentum and build upon each other
1511	Snowball's chance in hell	No chance at all
1512	Snowed under	Very busy
1513	Snug as a bug in a rug	Cozy and comfortable
1514	So close but yet so far	Means something is almost within reach, but still remains unattainable
1515	So far so good	Things are going well so far
1516	Some people spoil the whole bunch	A few negative individuals within a group can have a detrimental effect on the entire group
1517	Someone's ears are burning	People are talking about that person, usually behind their back
1518	Sounding board	Refers to a person or group with whom you discuss ideas to get feedback and assess their viability
1519	Speak of the devil	The person we were talking about, just showed up
1520	Spice things up	To add some excitement or variety
1521	Spill the beans	To give away a secret
1522	Spirited away	Means to take someone or something away quickly and secretly, or to remove something mysteriously
1523	Spitballing	Means to quickly suggest ideas without thinking them through
1524	Spitting image	An exact likeness or close resemblance
1525	Spread too thin	Means to try to do too many things at once, so that you can't give enough time or attention to any of them
1526	Squirreled away	Means to save or hide something in a safe place for future use
1527	Stab someone in the back	To betray a close person
1528	Stand head and shoulders above the rest	Someone or something is much better than others
1529	Stand still	Means either to remain motionless or to tolerate something
1530	Stare down the barrel	Means to face a very dangerous, threatening, or unpleasant situation
1531	Staring down the barrel	Means facing an upcoming, serious danger or a very bad situation
1532	Start off on the right foot	Begin a project in a positive or favorable way
1533	Start off on the wrong foot	To start a relationship or activity badly
1534	Start with a clean slate	Means to begin a fresh start, completely disregarding past mistakes, offenses, or debts, and making a new beginning without prejudice or bias from what happened before
1535	Stay above the fray	Means to remain uninvolved or not directly participate in a heated argument, conflict, or struggle
1536	Stay in your lane	Means focusing on your own work, responsibilities, or expertise without interfering in the matters of others
1537	Steal someone’s thunder	To direct the attention away from someone else
1538	Steal you thunder	Means to win praise for oneself by preempting someone else's attempt to impress.
1539	Steam coming out of ears	Angry
1540	Step up your game	To start performing better
1541	Stick out like a sore thumb	Be noticeably different from others, usually in a bad way
1542	Stick to something like white on rice	To cling tightly with no possibility of letting go
1543	Stick to your guns	Stay morally strong or be firm in decisions especially when being opposed
1544	Stick with what works	Means to continue using a method, idea, product, or routine because it has already proven to be successful, reliable, or effective
1545	Stick your neck out	Take a chance on another person
1546	Sticker shock	Means an unpleasant surprise at the high price of something
1547	Still have a shot	Means to still have a chance or to attempt or try something, even if it seems unlikely
1548	Stinks to high heaven	Means to give off an extremely foul odor or to be completely suspicious, dishonest, or corrupt
1549	Stir up a hornets nest	Means to provoke a situation that causes a lot of anger, controversy, or trouble
1550	Stole his thunder	Means to take away the attention, praise, or success that someone else was expecting
1551	Stop and smell the roses	Become more aware of your surroundings and appreciate the beauty in life
1552	Stop at nothing	Means to be utterly ruthless or determined in one's attempt to achieve something
1553	Stove up	Means to be sore, stiff, exhausted, or physically battered, often from hard work, injury, or strenuous activity, making it difficult to move
1554	Straight from the horse's mouth	Got information directly from the most knowledgeable source
1555	Straight from the horse’s mouth	Directly from the person involved
1556	Straight shooter	Means a honest, direct, and trustworthy person who communicates openly and acts with integrity
1557	Straighten up and fly right	Get yourself together, behave properly, and do the right thing
1558	Stress out	To become extremely anxious, overwhelmed, or mentally strained
1559	Strike while the iron is hot	Means to do something immediately while there is still a good chance to do it
1560	Stroke of luck	Means a fortunate occurrence that could not have been predicted or expected
1561	Stumbling block	Means an obstacle, hindrance, or circumstance that prevents progress, agreement, or action
1562	Sugar and spice	Excerpt from a common nursery rhyme "what are little girls made of?"
1563	Sum of all fears	Means the worst possible scenario or outcome that someone can imagine, representing a culmination of all their individual fears, creating a situation of extreme dread
1564	Swan song	The last piece of work of an artist before his/her death
1565	Sweep someone off their feet	To be completely taken by someone emotionally
1566	Sweep under the rug	Conceal or ignore a problem or difficulty in the hope that it will be forgotten
1567	Swept me off my feet	Means to make someone suddenly and completely fall in love with you, typically through charm, intense romance, or a grand gesture
1568	Table an item	Put something aside for consideration at another time
1569	Tackle the problem	Means to deal with or address a difficult situation or issue in a determined or efficient way
1570	Take a backseat to someone	To willingly take a less prominent role in some situation
1571	Take a breather	Take a short pause in the action (in order to rest or do some other task)
1572	Take a leap of faith	Means to do something that requires trust or belief in something uncertain, even when there is no guarantee of success, essentially taking a risk by acting on faith rather than concrete evidence
1573	Take a stand	To state your principles or position firmly
1574	Take everything with a grain of salt	Don’t take it too seriously
1575	Take it in stride	Accept unpleasant news without changing your plans
1576	Take it into one's head	To form a notion, purpose, or plan
1577	Take it lying down	Means to accept an insult, unfair treatment, or defeat passively without protesting, fighting back, or resisting
1578	Take it with a grain of salt	Be skeptical; don’t take something too literally
1579	Take matters into own hands	To take action on a problem yourself because other people have failed to do so
1580	Take my breath away	Astonish or shock one, with pleasure, surprise, or some other emotion
1581	Take one for the team	To agree to do something unpleasant that you do not really want to do, or not have something that you want, in order to help or be kind to other people in a group
1582	Take the fifth	Means to not want to answer a question
1583	Take the wind out of your sails	To be disappointed
1584	Take with a pinch of salt	When someone tells you something based on their opinion, rather than facts or evidence
1585	Taken by beauty	Implies being so impressed or captivated by something's beauty that it has a strong emotional impact
1586	Talk is cheap	It is easy to say something but much harder to actually do it
1587	Test the waters	Means to judge people's feelings or opinions before taking further action
1588	Testing my patience	Means that something or someone is causing you to become increasingly frustrated or annoyed, pushing the limits of your ability to remain calm and tolerant
1589	Thank god it's friday	Means the relief and joy used to celebrate the end of the work or school week and the start of the weekend
1590	That dog won't hunt	A plan, idea, or argument is not going to work or is ineffective
1591	That is lame	To be boring, dull, or uninspired
1592	That old chestnut	Means a joke or story that has become tedious because of its age and constant repetition
1593	That really knocked my socks off	To be really impressed by something
1594	That rings a bell	To remember slightly or vaguely recognize something
1595	That seems on brand	Means something is perfectly in line with a person's, company's, or product's established identity, values, style, or expected behavior, showing consistency and authenticity
1596	That ship has sailed	It's too late
1597	That takes the prize	Means that something is so outstanding, remarkable, or extreme that it surpasses everything else
1598	That was a masterstroke	Means a masterly action or achievement; an extremely skillful or effective action
1599	That would be my bet	Means that based on your understanding of the situation, you believe something specific is likely to happen or be true
1600	That's above my pay grade	I don't have responsibility or authority to do something
1601	That's good enough for government work	Make sure you are doing a good job, of a high quality good enough for government work
1602	That's my kryptonite	Something that is a weakness or can be used to hurt me
1603	That's no big deal	That's not a problem
1604	That's rad	That's cool
1605	That's serendipitous	An event that was not planned but has a good result
1606	That's the last straw	My patience has run out
1607	That's the way the cookie crumbles	Such is life
1608	That’s the spirit	Used to approve or encourage someone's positive attitude or action
1609	The apple doesn't fall far from the tree	Means a child shares similar traits, behaviors, or looks with their parents
1610	The ball is in your court	It's your decision
1611	The beginning of the end	The event to which ending or failure can be traced
1612	The best laid plans of mice and men often go astray	Means that no matter how carefully you plan something, unexpected events, misfortune, or external forces can cause those plans to fail or turn out poorly
1613	The best of both worlds	An ideal situation
1614	The best thing since sliced bread	A really good invention
1615	The buck stops here	Means to take responsibility for something and not pass it on to someone else
1616	The butterfly effect	How small changes can result in unpredictable consequences over a period of time
1617	The early bird gets the worm	The first people who arrive will get the best stuff
1618	The enemy of your enemy is your friend	Two parties who have an enemy in common should join forces against it
1619	The game is afoot	Means a challenge has been accepted or a new and exciting activity has begun
1620	The good die young	People with positive qualities, kindness, and good intentions often pass away at a young age, implying a sense of unfairness or tragedy in their early death
1621	The grass is always greener on the other side	Never being satisfied with what one gets
1622	The lay of the land	Means to get the current situation or state of affairs
1623	The lights are on but nobody's home	Someone is present but is actually not paying attention or thinking clearly
1624	The other side	With several meanings, ranging from the afterlife to a different perspective or an opposing force, depending on the context
1625	The other side of the coin	To look at different aspects of a situation
1626	The pen is mightier than the sword	Means that writing is more effective than military power or violence
1627	The straw that broke the camel's back	A minor action that causes a big reaction due to a series of previous small actions
1628	The walls have ears	Something you say to warn someone that it is not safe to speak at that particular time because other people might be listening
1629	The whole enchilada	To refer to the entirety of something, down to the last detail
1630	The world is your oyster	To be in a position to take advantage of life's opportunities
1631	There are clouds on the horizon	Trouble is coming
1632	There is more than meets the eye	Means that something is more complex, significant, or has hidden aspects that are not immediately obvious.
1633	There is no stairway to heaven	There is no easy way to achieve perfection
1634	There will be hell to pay	Means there will be severe consequences, serious trouble, or angry repercussions resulting from an action
1635	There ya go	Means this is what you wanted
1636	There's a method to his madness	He seems crazy but actually he's clever
1637	There's many a slip twixt a cup and a lip	Means that even when success seems certain, many things can still go wrong before it's completed, emphasizing that plans can easily fail at the last moment
1638	There's no such thing as a free lunch	Nothing is entirely free
1639	Thick as thieves	Very close or friendly
1640	Think on your feet	To react quickly in a tricky or fast-moving situation
1641	Think outside the box	Think of new ideas outside the norm
1642	Third times the charm	Means that after two unsuccessful attempts, the third attempt is likely to be successful, often used as a form of encouragement or to express hope for a positive outcome
1643	This thing might go sideways	Means a situation is likely to go wrong, fail, or take an unexpected, negative turn, deviating from the planned, positive path, implying chaos, loss of control, or trouble ahead
1644	Those are fighting words	Means an insult or statement is so deeply offensive that it is expected to start an immediate physical fight
1645	Those three little words	Refers to the phrase "i love you," signifying the powerful and significant nature of expressing deep affection with just those three simple words
1646	Those who can't do, teach	People who can't do something well end up teaching it
1647	Those who live in glass houses shouldn't throw stones	People who are morally questionable shouldn't criticize others
1648	Three sheets to the wind	To be intoxicated
1649	Through thick and thin	In good times and in bad times
1650	Throw a curveball	To unexpectedly present something surprising or unexpected
1651	Throw a monkey wrench into a situation	Means to sabotage, disrupt, or ruin a plan, project, or process; preventing it from working smoothly
1652	Throw caution to the wind	To act recklessly or without concern for the consequences
1653	Throw good money after bad	Means to incur further loss in a hopeless attempt to recoup a previous loss
1654	Throw in the towel	To give up or surrender
1655	Throw that back in my face	Means to reject an offer, help, or an apology in a rude way, or to use someone's past mistakes against them during an argument
1656	Throw the fight	Means to deliberately lose a competition, usually in a fighting context, by not trying your best or by intentionally allowing your opponent to win, often for personal gain or under outside pressure
1657	Throw your hat into the ring	Means to announce that you are going to participate in a contest or competition, especially a political election or a business venture
1658	Throw your weight around	Try to exert influence
1659	Tick, tock	Time is a wasting
1660	Tie one on	Drink a lot of alcohol
1661	Tie the knot	Means to get married or to perform a wedding ceremony
1662	Ties that bind	Describes the shared beliefs or ideas that connect people
1663	Till death do us part	A common phrase said between the bride and the groom at a christian wedding, indicating togetherness and commitment
1664	Till the cows come home	A long time
1665	Time and again	Repeatedly
1666	Time constraints	Limitations on how much time is available to complete a task or achieve a goal
1667	Time flies	To observe that time seems to pass very quickly
1668	Time flies when you're having fun	You don't notice how long something lasts when it's fun
1669	Time flies when you’re having fun	When you’re having a good time, you don’t notice how quickly the time is passing
1670	Time frame	A period of time that is used or planned for a particular action or project
1671	Time is all relative	Means that how someone perceives the passage of time depends on their perspective, situation, or frame of reference
1672	Time is money	Work quickly
1673	Time is of the essence	Prompt action is absolutely necessary
1674	Time management	The ability to use one's time effectively or productively,
1675	Time out	Pause your action
1676	Time will tell	Sooner or later something will become known or be revealed
1677	Time-lapse	The photographic technique of taking a sequence of frames at set intervals to record changes that take place slowly over time
1678	Timeless	Not affected by the passage of time or changes in fashion
1679	Times gone by	Means in the past, or bygone days, referring to periods or events that have already occurred. it evokes a sense of nostalgia and can be used to reminisce about past experiences, events, or periods
1680	Tip your hand	To reveal a secret, especially about your own plans or opinions
1681	To backbite a person	To speak negatively about someone in their absence
1682	To be a chicken/to chicken out	To be too afraid
1683	To be a fly on the wall	To wish to witness what is going on without anyone being aware that you are there
1684	To be a good catch	Means that someone is considered a desirable partner in a romantic relationship
1685	To be at loggerheads with someone	To quarrel or disagree
1686	To be beside yourself	To feel extremely emotional with worry, anxiety, or sadness
1687	To be called on the carpet	Means to be summoned by an authority figure or superior to be reprimanded, scolded, or questioned about a mistake or wrongdoing
1688	To be closefisted	Someone who is stingy with money
1689	To be forewarned is to be forearmed	Means that if you know about a potential problem or danger in advance, you can prepare for it and be ready to deal with it
1690	To be in the doldrums	To be in a low spirit
1691	To be loaded	To have a lot money; to be wealthy
1692	To be named after	To be named in honor, or in memory, of someone else
1693	To be out of the question	To be impossible or unacceptable
1694	To be red in the face	Showing signs of embarrassment, shame, or humiliation
1695	To be tied up with something or someone	To be completely occupied with someone or on something
1696	To be up to something	To be doing something, or planning to do something, that other people aren't expecting or that you perhaps shouldn't
1697	To beat the band	To do something in an exaggerated or extreme way
1698	To bell the cat	To face a risk
1699	To bend someone's ear	To speak to someone eagerly, especially in order to ask for a favor
1700	To bite the dust	To be defeated in battle
1701	To black out	To lose consciousness
1702	To blow your own horn	To outwardly praise yourself for something
1703	To bomb	To completely fail at something
1704	To box someone in	To trap someone in a situation, or to put them in circumstances where their options are limited
1705	To bug someone	To annoy someone
1706	To butt in	To interrupt in a rude manner
1707	To call a person hot	Describe the person as sexually attractive, fashionable, or cool
1708	To call a person or situation cool	Describe a person or situation as interesting and fun to be around; impressive in a unique way; describe a person as hot
1709	To call it a day	To stop working for the day
1710	To call someone on the carpet	To confront someone with whom you're having a conflict
1711	To carry a torch for someone	To continue to have an infatuation with someone
1712	To catch one’s eye	To attract attention
1713	To cause bad blood	To create feelings of resentment, hostility, or animosity
1714	To come out flat-footed	To have been unprepared
1715	To come out swinging	To strongly defend oneself as a confrontation or debate begins
1716	To corner the market	To become the most dominant (or the only dominant) player in a specific area of the market
1717	To cry wolf	To deliberately raise an alarm for no real reason
1718	To do a number on something	To hurt or severely damage something
1719	To draw a blank	To forget something you specifically wanted to remember
1720	To drink like a fish	To drink a lot of alcohol on a regular basis
1721	To drop by	To drink a lot of alcohol on a regular basis
1722	To feel like death warmed up	Means to feel extremely sick, exhausted, or physically unwell
1723	To find fault with	To look for faults in someone or something
1724	To follow up on something	To check up on someone or something
1725	To get bent out of shape	To get upset
1726	To get ghosted	When someone stops responding to texts, calls, or messages on social media without any closure
1727	To get in touch with	To contact
1728	To get rid of	To do away with something
1729	To get your walking papers	To get fired from your job
1730	To give in	To decide to go along with something, usually as a result of some sort of pressure
1731	To give someone the heads-up	To notify someone of something and to keep them up-to-date
1732	To go down like a lead balloon	To be terribly received by an audience
1733	To go dutch	For every individual to pay for their own bill in a restaurant
1734	To go for broke	To gamble all of your resources
1735	To go off the deep end	To get extremely upset and/or emotional
1736	To go to bat	To speak out positively about someone or something with the intent of helping
1737	To have another thing coming	To have something else that will happen in the near future that you didn't expect or think would happen
1738	To have no backbone	Someone who lacks courage
1739	To have one's back to the wall	To feel trapped, with no real options to deal with the situation
1740	To have sticky fingers	To be likely to steal
1741	To hold out an olive branch	To offer a gesture of peace or to ask for forgiveness or a truce
1742	To hold your own	To be confident and politely assertive with other people and in various situations
1743	To keep an eye on	To closely watch and/or monitor
1744	To know by heart	Memorize something so that you can recite it without consulting the words
1745	To know by sight	To know someone when you look at them
1746	To let someone off the hook	To release someone from responsibility
1747	To live beyond your means	To live in a manner that requires more money than you can afford
1748	To live hand-to-mouth	To live with very little money
1749	To look down one's nose	To feel superior to someone else
1750	To look like death warmed over	Used to describe someone who appears very ill, exhausted, or unwell
1751	To make a long story short	To tell someone something in a brief and simple way
1752	To make a mountain out of a molehill	To overreact and overstate a situation
1753	To make matters worse	Make a problem worse
1754	To mention something in passing	To mention something casually
1755	To nickel and dime someone	Means to subject them to a continuous series of small, petty financial charges or expenses that add up to a large, burdensome amount over time
1756	To nix something	To cancel a plan or dismiss an idea, or to forbid something
1757	To not see the wood for the trees	To be so involved in trivial matters that you don’t get the important facts
1758	To outdo oneself	To do better at something that one has done before
1759	To paddle your own canoe	To be self-sufficient and think independently
1760	To pee like a racehorse	Means you have an urgent, powerful, and very large-volume need to urinate
1761	To pick and choose	To make a careful selection
1762	To pig out	To eat too much
1763	To pony up	To pay money that is owed or that you need to pay for some other reason
1764	To punch above your weight	To perform at a level that is considered beyond one's abilities
1765	To put your two cents in	Means to offer your opinion or advice, often when it hasn't been asked for, implying it's a small, humble contribution you don't expect others to highly value, allowing you to share thoughts without seeming arrogant
1766	To rat someone out	To tell somebody in authority about something wrong that somebody else has done
1767	To ride off into the sunset	Means to leave or depart, often signifying the end of a chapter in life, heading towards a new and potentially better phase, typically with a positive connotation, like a happy ending to a story or a well-deserved retirement
1768	To run interference	To try to remove obstacles that are in someone's way; clearing the way for someone else
1769	To run/blow hot and cold	To sometimes seem enthusiastic and other times seem the opposite
1770	To see the light	To finally see something clearly and understand it
1771	To serve one right	It was a just consequence or punishment
1772	To smooth things over	To restore peace to a situation or to resolve conflict
1773	To square the circle	To attempt something impossible
1774	To stand up for	To help defend someone
1775	To start over from scratch	To start over again from the very beginning
1776	To stonewall	To be intentionally vague or to make insignificant statements in response to a question, specifically to avoid answering it
1777	To take a load off someone's back	To relieve someone of a specific burden or a potential burden
1778	To take a rain check	To postpone a plan
1779	To take it easy	To relax and/or rest
1780	To take sides	To choose a team or align yourself with one point of view in a controversy
1781	To take someone under one's wing	To protect or teach someone
1782	To take something for granted	To assume that you would have had, or will have, something no matter what
1783	To take up arms	To prepare for battle or engage in a conflict
1784	To take your mind off	Means to distract yourself or someone else from an unpleasant thought, worry, or pain by shifting focus onto a different activity
1785	To tear your hair out	To be completely frustrated by a person or situation
1786	To the best of my knowledge	Means you believe something is true, but you might not know all the facts
1787	To the hilt	To do something in an extremely thorough way
1788	To turn a blind eye	Pretend not to notice
1789	To vanish into thin air	To disappear without leaving a trace
1790	To zero in on something	To aim or focus directly on something
1791	Toe the line	To stay within the acceptable boundary or limits
1792	Tomorrow is another day	One may not accomplish everything today but will have another chance
1793	Tomorrow never comes	You should take action today and not procrastinate
1794	Tomorrow onwards	Starting tomorrow and continuing after that
1795	Tomorrow will be a better day	Things may be better tomorrow
1796	Tongue and cheek	Means a statement or comment that is not meant to be taken seriously, but rather is made with insincerity, irony, or whimsical exaggeration, often to be humorous or to express a slightly mocking or playful tone
1797	Tongue-in-cheek	Means a humorous, ironic, or sarcastic statement meant to be understood as a joke, even if it is delivered with a serious expression
1798	Too clever by half	Clever in a way that is annoying or arrogant, and in danger of overreaching
1799	Top gun	Means a person who is the best or one of the best in a particular field
1800	Top notch	Means the highest quality or standard as in excellent or first-rate
1801	Top of the line	The best possible version of something
1802	Top shelf	Means something is of the highest quality or standard
1803	Topsy-turvy	In utter confusion or disorder
1804	Total disregard	Means a complete and absolute lack of care, respect, or attention toward rules, safety, or other people's feelings
1805	Total smoke show	Means someone is extremely physically attractive, often used to describe a woman who is considered very beautiful and eye-catching
1806	Totaled	Completely destroyed
1807	Touch base	To communicate with someone regarding future plans
1808	Tough as nails	Very tough or resilient
1809	Tried and true	Means something that has proven in the past to be effective or reliable
1810	Trifecta	Three things that happen at the same time
1811	Triple threat	A person, especially a performer or athlete, who is proficient in three important skills within their particular field
1812	Triumph over adversity	Means to successfully overcome significant challenges or difficult situations, essentially achieving victory despite facing setbacks or obstacles; it highlights the idea of resilience and perseverance in the face of hardship
1813	Trust but verify	Means to be trusting but also to verify what is said or done
1814	Try your hand at	Try doing something for the first time
1815	Tug on the heartstrings	Cause someone to become emotional
1816	Turn a blind eye	To ignore or pretend not to see something
1817	Turn a deaf ear	To ignore what someone is saying
1818	Turn someone's head	To cause someone to become smug or conceited
1819	Turn up the heat on someone	Put pressure on someone to do something or agree with a particular viewpoint
1820	Turtle wins the race	To have endurance and persistence is more important than speed
1821	Twist someone’s arm	To convince someone
1822	Two heads are better than one	It's better to work together
1823	Two peas in a pod	They're always together; they have similar interests
1824	Two shakes of a lamb's tail	Very quickly
1825	Under foot	To be in the way
1826	Under the table	To do something secretly, often used to refer to working for pay unofficially (and illegally)
1827	Under the weather	Not feeling very well
1828	Underscore the fact	Means to emphasize or highlight the importance of a particular fact or point
1829	Unfinished business	Refers to something that has not been completed or dealt with
1830	Until we meet again	Goodbye
1831	Up a creek	To be in a difficult or unfavorable position, facing serious problems
1832	Up against the clock	Running out of time
1833	Up for grabs	Available for everyone
1834	Up in arms	To be angry or rebellious
1835	Up in the air	Uncertain or unsettled
1836	Up my alley	Something that is within your skillset
1837	Up the creek without a paddle	In a bad situation and unable to proceed; in an awkward position with no easy way out
1838	Up to par	Meeting normal standards
1839	Up to snuff	Means to meet the required standard
1840	Uphill climb	Means a situation or task that is challenging, requires significant effort, and demands perseverance to achieve success
1841	Use your head	To tell someone to think more carefully about what they are doing
1842	Use your noodle	Means to use your intelligence or brainpower to think about something carefully, especially to solve a problem or figure something out
1843	Va-va-voom!	Exclamation to indicate a that a person or event has a strikingly sexy, impressive, or appealing quality
1844	Vale of tears	Is a christian phrase referring to the tribulations of life that christian doctrine says are left behind only when one leaves the world and enters heaven
1845	Vanish into thin air	Disappear without leaving a trace
1846	Variety is the spice of life	Trying different things keeps life interesting
1847	Vault over	To jump or leap over someone or something
1848	Veer off	To turn or steer sharply away from someone or something
1849	Veer toward	To turn sharply or swerve toward someone or something
1850	Veg out	To relax and not think about anything that stresses you out
1851	Velvet glove	A superficial display of gentleness or courtesy that masks a strong or unyielding will or determination
1852	Vent your spleen	To express anger or frustration
1853	Vested interest in	A personal or biased interest, often financial, in something
1854	Vicar of bray	A person who changes their beliefs or allegiances to gain an advantage
1855	Vicious circle	A chain of events in which the response to one difficulty creates a new problem that aggravates the original difficulty
1856	Vie with someone	To compete or contend with someone
1857	Vim and vigor	Energy and enthusiasm
1858	Virgin territory	A new experience or situation that someone has no experience with
1859	Visible to the naked eye	Can be easily seen
1860	Visit the plumbing	To go to the bathroom
1861	Voice in the wilderness	Someone who expresses an idea or opinion that is not popular or that the individual is the sole person expressing that particular opinion with the suggestion that the opinion is then ignored
1862	Voice of reason	Means a person or perspective providing calm, logical, and sensible advice, especially during emotional, chaotic, or irrational situations
1863	Volte-face	A major change in attitude or principle or point of view
1864	Vultures are circling	Something is in danger and its enemies are getting ready for the kill
1865	Wait for nature to take its course	To allow a situation to unfold naturally without interfering
1866	Wake up and smell the coffee	Realize the truth about a situation
1867	Wake up on the wrong side of the bed	Start the day in a bad mood
1868	Walk in the other’s shoes	To understand what the other is going through
1869	Walk on eggshells	To be very careful with your actions and words
1870	Walk the talk	Means to act in accordance with what you say
1871	Walking on a tightrope	Being in a difficult situation that requires extreme care and precision
1872	Warm reception	A friendly, enthusiastic, or hospitable welcome
1873	Wash your hands	To stop being responsible for or involved in something
1874	Waste not, want not	Don't waste things and you'll always have enough
1875	Watch your head	Means to be careful and aware of your surroundings to avoid hitting your head on low ceilings, doorframes, branches, or other obstacles
1876	Water under the bridge	Means something that's in the past and no longer relevant to the current situation
1877	Wave a magic wand	Means to wish for or attempt to find a quick, easy, and often unrealistic solution to a complex problem, as if by magic, rather than dealing with the hard work required
1878	We don't see eye to eye	We disagree
1879	We'll cross that bridge when we get to it	To wait to deal with the problem when it happens
1880	Wear their feelings on their sleeves	Means someone is openly and freely displaying their emotions, rather than hiding them
1881	Wear your heart on your sleeve	To be extremely open about what you feel and think
1882	Weather the storm	Means to survive or successfully endure a difficult period or challenging situation without suffering significant harm or damage
1883	We’ll cross that bridge when we come to it	If that problem comes up, we’ll deal with it then, not right now
1884	Weigh the pros and cons	Means to consider the advantages and disadvantages of something before making a decision
1885	Welcome to the club	Means to tell someone that they share the same unpleasant situation, problem, or feeling as the speaker
1886	Well begun is half done	Getting a good start is important
1887	Well under way	Means something has already started and is progressing well or making good progress
1888	Went out like a light	Fall asleep rapidly, or pass out (lose consciousness)
1889	Went over like a lead balloon	To be poorly received
1890	Wet behind the ears	Doesn't have very much experience; isn't very skilled
1891	Wet blanket	Someone who is dull and keeps others from having fun
1892	What are the odds	Means how likely something is to happen. if said by itself without context, it's an expression of bewilderment or confusion that something has happened that was very unlikely
1893	What comes around goes around	People's actions will eventually have consequences which they will have to deal with, even though this may not happen for a long time
1894	What the f--k	To be shocked at what is happening
1895	What we got here is a failure to communicate	You didn't do what I told you to do
1896	What's the damage	What's the cost
1897	What's up	What is happening with you
1898	Whe the fat lady sings	Meaning that the final outcome of something is not known until it is truly over, and you shouldn't assume the outcome based on current events
1899	When a clown sits on the throne, he doesn't become king. the palace becomes a circus	Means that putting an incompetent or foolish person (the clown) in a position of power (the throne) doesn't elevate them; instead, it degrades the entire system
1900	When it rains, it pours	Everything is going wrong at once
1901	When pigs fly	When something is unlikely or impossible to happen
1902	When push comes to shove	Means it can be done if the situation becomes so bad that you have to do it
1903	Where on God's green earth	Where in the world - it's an idiom expressing a strong sense of disbelief or frustration at something happening seemingly anywhere on the planet, implying that the situation is unbelievable or outrageous
1904	Where the rubber meets the road	The point where actions begin to matter
1905	Where there's smoke, there's fire	Rumors are sometimes close to the truth
1906	Whet your appetite	Means to sharpen, stimulate, or increase your desire for something by giving you a small taste or a preview of it
1907	Whisper sweet nothings	Romantic things that people who are in love say to each other
1908	Whistle past the graveyard	Act confidently or cheerfully in a scary or dangerous situation
1909	White collar	An office worker
1910	White elephant	A possession that is useless or troublesome, especially one that is expensive to maintain or difficult to dispose of
1911	White knuckling it	Means to endure a high-stress, anxiety-provoking, or difficult situation solely through willpower and sheer determination, often without seeking help or using proper coping strategies
1912	White lie	A harmless or trivial lie, especially one told to avoid hurting someone's feelings
1913	White-collar job	A high-salary job that doesn't involve manual labor
1914	Whitewash	Means to cover up or hide an unpleasant situation, wrongdoing, or error
1915	Who left the barn door open	Means someone has made a significant mistake by neglecting to take necessary precautions, allowing a problem to occur because they weren't careful enough
1916	Whole nine yards	Refers to everything; the complete extent
1917	Why buy the cow when the milk is free	Means that if a person can obtain the benefits of a long-term commitment without marrying, they have no incentive to commit
1918	Will it into existence	Means to desire or believe in something so intensely that it appears to become real
1919	Win-win situation	Is a mutually beneficial outcome where everyone involved benefits
1920	Winner winner chicken dinner	Means to celebrate a big win or success
1921	Wipe out	To destroy or remove something or someone completely; to be completely exhausted
1922	Wipe the slate clean	Make a fresh start despite past mistakes or problems
1923	Wishy-washy	Lacking decisiveness
1924	With great power comes great responsibility	Means that people who have special abilities, wealth, or influence must use them to help others and avoid doing harm
1925	Worth its weight in gold	To be highly valued or appreciated
1926	Wound too tight	Means a state of being tense, nervous, anxious, and easily irritable
1927	Wrap your head around something	To try to make sense about what is happening
1928	Wreaking havoc	Means causing great damage, widespread destruction, or severe disorder
1929	Writer's block	The condition of being unable to think of what to write or how to proceed with writing
1930	WTF	What the f--k
1931	X marks the spot	This is the exact spot
1932	Yellow belly	Coward
1933	You bet (or You betcha)	You're welcome; I agree with what you just said
1934	You can catch more bees with honey	Means it's easier to convince people to do something by being nice and respectful, rather than being aggressive
1935	You can catch more flies with honey than you can with vinegar	You are more likely to get what you want by being nice
1936	You can lead a horse to water, but you can't make him drink	You can't force someone to make the right decision
1937	You can say that again	That's true, I agree
1938	You can't have your cake and eat it too	You can't have everything
1939	You can't make an omelet without breaking some eggs	There's always a cost to doing something
1940	You can't teach an old dog new tricks	It's hard to change someone's established behavior or beliefs
1941	You could hula hoop through a cheerio	Means that a person is extremely thin
1942	You don't say	Used to show surprise at something that is being said
1943	You don’t have a leg to stand on	Means you have no evidence, justification, or support for your argument or claim, making it impossible to defend your position
1944	You don’t have the cards	Means that you are not in a position of power or control in a situation, essentially lacking the necessary advantages or information to achieve a desired outcome
1945	You look beside yourself	You look very troubled or anxious and distraught
1946	You made your bed, now lie in it	Means that someone must accept the negative consequences of their actions
1947	You never cease to amaze	Used to express that one is consistently impressed or surprised by someone or something
1948	You protest too much	Means someone is denying something so strongly that it makes others suspect they are not being truthful
1949	You win some, you lose some	Means success and failure are both a normal part of life, and you have to accept both, the good and the bad
1950	You're out of your mind	Someone is acting foolishly, irrationally, or in a way that is not normal
1951	You're the doctor	You are the expert in this situation, so the speaker is deferring to your judgment and asking you to make the decision because you know best
1952	You're the s--t	You're the coolest
1953	You've got another think coming	You are mistaken about something and need to reconsider your opinion
1954	You've outdone yourself this time	You exceeded expectations
1955	You've sold me	You have convinced me
1956	You’ll be sorry you asked	The person you are speaking to is about to hear something unpleasant or unwelcome information, and they will likely regret having asked the question in the first place
1957	Young at heart	Someone who maintains a youthful mindset, energy, and outlook on life despite their actual age, essentially acting and thinking like a younger person even if they are older
1958	Your guess is as good as mine	I have no idea
1959	Your John Hancock	Your official signature
1960	Your neck of the woods	The general area where someone lives
1961	Your secret is safe with me	Someone will not share a secret with anyone else
1962	Zebras don't change their stripes	Don't expect anyone to be anything other than who they really are
1963	Zero sum gain	A situation where one person's gain is exactly balanced by another person's loss
1964	Zero tolerance	Refusal to tolerate something at all
1965	Zest for life	Means having a strong enthusiasm, excitement, and passion for living life to the fullest, approaching experiences with energy and a positive attitude
1966	Zip	Nothing
1967	Zip it	Be quiet
1968	Zip past	To move very quickly past something
1969	Zone out	To shift attention away from the present situation, as in daydreaming
1970	Zonk out	To fall asleep suddenly or lose consciousness
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