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:
strike a balance (between two or more things)
Meaning:
to find a satisfactory compromise between two extremes
Example:
My father works hard to strike a balance between his family and his job.
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.