Idiom of the day :- break the news to someone/ to break “it” to someone / (To) break the news to someone/ to break “it” to someone
Usage, examples and definition of the Idiom :-
To tell someone some important news, usually bad news. ex. “I hate to be the one to break it to you, but your wife has been cheating on you.”
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.’
