Author: Daily Devotional

Idiom of the day :- An Axe To Grind

Usage, examples and definition of the Idiom :-

To have a dispute with someone.

Idiom of the day :- Off to a flying start

Usage, examples and definition of the Idiom :-

When the gun sounded cark was off to a flying start. A flying start is a fast or successful beginning. ‘I get up early so I can begin my day with a flying start,’ Clark said, ‘and my team has got off to a flying start by winning its first five races this season,’ he grinned.

Idiom of the day :- Jam-packed

Usage, examples and definition of the Idiom :-

Very crowded. ex. “The stadium was jam-packed on Saturday.” 

Idiom of the day :- In good shape/ condition

Usage, examples and definition of the Idiom :-

Physically and functionally sound and sturdy. “Shape” is generally used more for people. ex. “The car is in good condition. Bill is in good shape.” 

Idiom of the day :- Under fire

Usage, examples and definition of the Idiom :-

Being attacked. ex. “The soldiers came under fire when they approached the city.” 

Idiom of the day :- Get Over It

Usage, examples and definition of the Idiom :-

To move beyond something that is bothering you.

Idiom of the day :- Chew someone out

Usage, examples and definition of the Idiom :-

Verbally scold someone.

Idiom of the day :- Armed to the teeth

Usage, examples and definition of the Idiom :-

Heavily armed. ex. “The rebels were armed to the teeth.” 

Idiom of the day :- Play a waiting game

Usage, examples and definition of the Idiom :-

In a situation or an activity in which a person plays a waiting game, he withholds action — or actions — until his chances for success improve or seem certain. ‘Tony would like to be team captain. Meanwhile, he’s playing a waiting game hoping the coach will recognize his great talent.’

Idiom of the day :- Hand-me-down (adj.)

Usage, examples and definition of the Idiom :-

Usually said of clothing that has been passed on from one person to another. ex. “A hand-me-down dress”