Death by a Thousand Cuts
What does the idiom “death by a thousand cuts” mean? Definition: an effort or person that fails because …
Death Archive
(Have) One Foot in the Grave
What does the idiom “have one foot in the grave” mean? Definition: to be seemingly near death Example: …
Set in Stone
What does the idiom “Set in Stone” mean? Definition: Fixed; unchangeable For example: “Nothing is set in stone—we …
Your Number Is Up
What does the idiom “Your Number Is Up” mean? Definition: You are going to die (or suffer some …
Whistle Past the Graveyard
What does the idiom “Whistle Past the Graveyard” mean? Definition: Remain optimistic despite dangers; be clueless For example: …
Swim with the Fishes
What does the idiom “Swim with the Fishes” mean? Definition: Have been killed, especially with involvement of organized …