Idioms
An idiom is a widely used saying or expression containing a figurative meaning that differs from the phrase's literal meaning.
Idiom:
under a cloud (of suspicion)
Meaning:
not trusted, suspected of doing something wrong
Example:
The politician is under a cloud of suspicion over the possibility of taking bribes.
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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