Idioms


Idioms are phrases which cannot be understood simply by looking at the meaning of the individual words in the phrase.


Idiom:
stand (someone) in good stead with (someone or something)

Meaning:
to be an advantage to someone

Example:
Working hard will stand you in good stead with your company.


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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