Idioms
An idiom is a widely used saying or expression containing a figurative meaning that differs from the phrase's literal meaning.
Idiom:
pitch (someone) a curve (ball)
Meaning:
to surprise someone with an unexpected act or event
Example:
The lawyer pitched the woman a curve when he began to ask questions unrelated to the court case.
List of common idioms, their meanings and examples of their usage in sentences
The language peculiar to a people or to a district, community, or class