The Main Drag
What does the expression “the main drag” mean? Definition: The central, most important street of a town or …
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In the Wake of
What does the idiom “in the wake of” mean? Definition: resulting from, because of, subsequent to Example: In …
As the Crow Flies
What does the expression “as the crow flies” mean? Definition: measured in distance by air Example: We’re just …
You Had Me at (Hello)
What does the expression “you had me at (hello)” mean? Definition: I was already convinced when you said …
It’s On
What does the expression “it’s on” mean? Definition: The fight or other conflict is set. Example: It’s on. …
Go for the Jugular
What does the idiom “go for the jugular” mean? Definition: attack ferociously Example: There was no politeness in …
Luck Out
What does the expression “luck out” mean? Definition: be lucky in a specific instance Example: I lucked out—there …
Have a Lot of Nerve
What does the expression “have a lot of nerve” mean? Definition: Be rude or insensitve. Example: You’ve got …
(Give Someone) The Bum’s Rush
What does the expression “the bum’s rush” mean? Definition: ejection from a place of business, being thrown out …
Knock Someone for Six
What does the idiom “knock someone for six” mean? Definition: shock someone, overwhelm someone Example: It knocked me …