Idioms
An idiom is a type of phrase or expression that has a meaning that can't be deciphered by defining the individual words.
Idiom:
pull the rug out from under (someone)
Meaning:
to spoil someone`s plans, to withdraw support for someone
Example:
Our boss pulled the rug out from under our plans to open a bigger office.
List of common idioms, their meanings and examples of their usage in sentences
An idiom is a widely used saying or expression containing a figurative meaning that differs from the phrase's literal meaning.