Idiom of the day :- Take a hike
Usage, examples and definition of the Idiom :-
Egbert is in serious trouble. ‘Look at those sales figures ! They’re disgraceful,’ the boss shouted. ‘If you don’t do something to correct matters you may be asked to take a hike !’ Idiomatically take a hike means to go away, to leave. In Egbert’s case, he’s in danger of being dismissed.
Idiom of the day :- The world owes one a living
Usage, examples and definition of the Idiom :-
If you ask Buddy why he doesn’t work he’ll tell you it’s because the world owes him a living. People like Buddy — and there are lots and lots of them around ! — think that they should be financed or provided for simply because they exist. Shame on you, Buddy !
Idiom of the day :- Go fly a kite
Usage, examples and definition of the Idiom :-
This chiefly North American idiom can mean either ‘no’ or ‘go away’. It’s always used informally. ‘When Bert asked Mill to dance she told him to go fly a kite.’ ( No) ‘Please go fly a kite. I haven’t time to discuss sale figures this morning, ‘ the boss said to Bill. ( Go away )
Idiom of the day :- In a fix
Usage, examples and definition of the Idiom :-
The mechanics at Joe’s Garage are in a fix. ‘Our new robot isn’t responding to our signals,’ Joe said. ‘What’s more, I am in a fix because I promised I’d have it ready today !’ ‘What’s the robot supposed to do ?’ I asked. ‘Its purpose is to explain English idioms,’ Joe said. Suddenly the robot began to speak. ‘If you get me working I will be able to tell everyone that in a fix means to be in trouble !’ the robot said.
Idiom of the day :- Eyes popped out
Usage, examples and definition of the Idiom :-
My eyes popped out when I saw my electricity bill last month. In that case, I wassurprised — even shocked — at what I saw. It’s much better, though, to have one’s eyes pop out when he or she is nicely surprised. ‘My eyes popped out when I saw Miriam. I hadn’t seen her in years.’
Idiom of the day :- have a big mouth / (To) have a big mouth
Usage, examples and definition of the Idiom :-
To be a gossiper. To be a person who can’t keep a secret. ex. “Grandpa was telling a story and the kids were hanging on his every word.”
Idiom of the day :- Day of reckoning
Usage, examples and definition of the Idiom :-
This is a time when (1) someone will be made to account for his misdeeds; or (2)a time when his will or judgment will be severely tested. (1) ‘Many children think Christmas is a day of reckoning when Santa evaluates their behavior and rewards them accordingly.’ (2) ‘It’s examination time again,’ Aaron sighed. ‘The day of reckoning is approaching !’
Idiom of the day :- Rain or shine
Usage, examples and definition of the Idiom :-
No matter what the weather is like. ex. “The game will be played tomorrow, rain or shine.”
Idiom of the day :- Pull Someone’s Leg
Usage, examples and definition of the Idiom :-
Hey, Al. I was invited to be a judge for the Miss America Beauty Pageant! Oh, really? Come on, you’re pulling my leg! No, honestly. Do you really think that I’m trying to fool you with a ridiculous story? Well, you’ve told me foolish stories before. I can assure you that this one is for real.
Idiom of the day :- Watch one’s language
Usage, examples and definition of the Idiom :-
Long ago when our ancestors wrote using pictorial characters it was probably easy to watch one’s language. Today, however, watch your language is a command meaning to be careful how one speaks and especially to be careful not to say impolite or naughty things. ‘You boys watch your language or I’ll send you tot he office,’ the teacher warned.
