Idioms

An expression in the usage of a language that is peculiar to itself either in having a meaning that cannot be derived from the conjoined meanings of its elements or in its grammatically atypical use of words.

Idiom:

pull rank on (someone)

Meaning:

to assert one`s superior position or authority on someone of lower rank in order to get a privilege or favor

Example:

The navy officer pulled rank on the other officers and could stay in the best room in the hotel.

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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