Idioms


An idiom is a widely used saying or expression containing a figurative meaning that differs from the phrase's literal meaning.


Idiom:
a shot in the arm

Meaning:
something inspiring or encouraging, a boost of energy

Example:
My job search got a shot in the arm when the company president called me for an interview.


List of common idioms, their meanings and examples of their usage in sentences
An idiom is a type of phrase or expression that has a meaning that can't be deciphered by defining the individual words.
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