Idioms
Idioms are phrases which cannot be understood simply by looking at the meaning of the individual words in the phrase.
Idiom:
get on (someone's) nerves
Meaning:
to irritate someone
Example:
The woman's constant complaining is beginning to get on my nerves.
List of common idioms, their meanings and examples of their usage in sentences
Idioms can be a powerful linguistic tool only when they are used in the right way in the right places.