Idioms
An idiom is a widely used saying or expression containing a figurative meaning that differs from the phrase's literal meaning.
Idiom:
have an out
Meaning:
to have an excuse
Example:
The teacher asked me to do my presentation tomorrow but I have an out and do not have to do it. I will go to the doctor tomorrow
List of common idioms, their meanings and examples of their usage in sentences
Idioms are phrases which cannot be understood simply by looking at the meaning of the individual words in the phrase.