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Plants Archive

Throw Shade

Throw Shade

American , Plants August 29, 2018 • No Comments •
What does the expression “throw shade” mean? Definition: publicly criticize, insult, or express contempt for someone Example: The …
Feel One’s Oats

Feel One’s Oats

Animals , Plants March 24, 2018 • No Comments •
What does the idiom “feel one’s oats” mean? Definition: Feel energetic, bold, vigorous Example: The boss was very …
Turn Over a New Leaf

Turn Over a New Leaf

Plants , Character January 1, 2018 • No Comments •
What does the idiom “turn over a new leaf” mean? Definition: Make positive changes in your life; reform …
Doesn’t Amount to a Hill of Beans

Doesn’t Amount to a Hill of Beans

Plants December 4, 2017 • No Comments •
What does the expression “doesn’t amount to a hill of beans” mean? Definition: Is unimportant, is negligible Example: …
Put Down Roots

Put Down Roots

Plants November 8, 2017 • No Comments •
What does the idiom “put down roots” mean? Definition: establish oneself in a place; settle Example: I traveled …
Bean Counters

Bean Counters

Plants , Food October 7, 2017 • No Comments •
What does the expression “bean counters” mean? Definition: Accountants, finance professionals in an organization Example: I’d love it …

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