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:
stand pat

Meaning:
to not change, to be satisfied with things

Example:
We should stand pat and not do anything to cause problems with the negotiations.


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
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