What is an idiom?
An idiom is a natural manner of speaking to a native speaker of a language.
A Bird In The Hand Is Worth Two In The Bush:
Having something that is certain is much better than taking a risk for more, because chances are you might lose everything.
A Blessing in Disguise:
Something good that isn't recognized at first.
Baker's Dozen:
Thirteen.
Beat A Dead Horse:
To force an issue that has already ended.
Blue Moon:
A rare event or occurrence.
Can't Cut The Mustard:
Someone who isn't adequate enough to compete or participate.
Cast Iron Stomach:
Someone who has no problems, complications or ill effects with eating anything or drinking anything.
Charley Horse:
Stiffness in the leg / A leg cramp.
Chew someone out:
Verbally scold someone.
Chow Down:
To eat.
Monday, March 23, 2009
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