Idioms
An idiom is a group of words, or in other words, a phrase that has a meaning other than its literal meaning of the words in it.
Idiom:
let (someone) down easy
Meaning:
to tell someone some disappointing news in a way that makes them feel good
Example:
I will talk to the secretary tomorrow and let her down easy about her not getting the promotion.
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.
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