Idioms
An idiom is a widely used saying or expression containing a figurative meaning that differs from the phrase's literal meaning.
Idiom:
not take no for an answer
Meaning:
to not accept someone's refusal
Example:
My aunt would not take no for an answer when I said that I could not eat dinner at her house.
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.