Any Minute Now
What does the expression “any minute now” mean Definition: very soon Example: Don’t worry, I’m sure Judith will …
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Paper Trail
What does the idiom “paper trail” mean? Definition: documents that show a chain of events Example: If you …
Don’t Buy (Something)
What does the expression “don’t buy” mean? Definition: not accept an idea or argument Example: I never bought …
What’s the Crack?
What does the expression “what’s the crack?” mean? Definition: What’s happening with this? What’s up? Example: What’s the …
Alarm Bells (Ring)
What does the idiom “alarm bells” mean? Definition: warning signs Example: I went out on a date with …
Slush Fund
What does the expression “slush fund” mean? Definition: money that is not reported in usual accounting channels, generally …
Spread Oneself (Yourself) Too Thin
What does the idiom “spread yourself too thin” mean? Definition: try to do too much, overextend yourself Example: …
(The) Circular File
What does the expression “the circular file” mean? Definition: the wastebasket Example: If your job application letter doesn’t …
Get a Buzz On
What does the expression “get a buzz on” mean? Definition: drink alcohol until slightly and pleasantly drunk Example: …
(Not) Have a Leg to Stand On
What does the idiom “not have a leg to stand on” mean? Definition: make a weak argument; be …