Idioms


An idiom is defined as - a group of words in a fixed order that has a particular meaning that is different from the meanings of each word on its own.


Idiom:
throw away an opportunity

Meaning:
to fail to make use of a chance or opportunity

Example:
The man threw away the opportunity to have a good relationship with his boss because of his constant complaints.


List of common idioms, their meanings and examples of their usage in sentences
An idiom is a group of words, or in other words, a phrase that has a meaning different from the literal meaning of the words in it.
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