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Ever heard someone say, “It’s raining cats and dogs” and wondered why animals are falling from the sky? Idioms are colorful phrases that don’t mean what they literally say—but once you understand them, they bring language to life!

Our Idioms category is your ultimate guide to these quirky, culturally rich expressions. From classic sayings (“Break the ice,” “Hit the sack”) to modern slang (“Ghost someone,” “Spill the tea”), we break down their meanings, origins, and real-world examples.

Whether you’re learning English, writing creatively, or just love linguistic oddities, dive in and discover the fun, figurative side of language!

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Bolt From The Blue

A sudden

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Bark Up The Wrong Tree

To mistake someone’s intentions or situation.

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Better Late Than Never

Doing something late is better than not doing it.

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At The End Of Your Rope

Having exhausted all possibilities.

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Bite The Dust

To fail or die.

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Blue In The Face

To try until exhausted.

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Burn Bridges

To destroy relationships or options.

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Break A Leg

A wish for good luck

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Beating A Dead Horse

To persist with a hopeless cause.

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Bend Over Backward

To make a great effort.

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Between A Rock And A Hard Place

Facing two difficult choices.

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Bite Off More Than You Can Chew

To take on more than one can handle.

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Blame One’s Tools

To blame equipment for one’s failure.

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At The Drop Of A Hat

Immediately or without hesitation.

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Break The Ice

To start a conversation in an awkward setting.

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Burn The Midnight Oil

To work late into the night.

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Bring Home The Bacon

To earn money for the household.

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Catch Someone Red-Handed

To catch someone doing something wrong.

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Cost An Arm And A Leg

Very expensive.

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Clear As Mud

Very confusing or unclear.

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By The Skin Of Your Teeth

To succeed or survive narrowly.

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Cry Over Spilled Milk

To regret something unchangeable.

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Bury The Hatchet

To resolve a conflict.

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Catch More Flies With Honey Than You Can With Vinegar

Being kind is more effective than being harsh.

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