idiomatic expression (Meaning)
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idiomatic expression (n)
an expression whose meanings cannot be inferred from the meanings of the words that make it up
Synonyms & Antonyms of idiomatic expression
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idiomatic expression Sentence Examples
- Mark was all ears when his boss praised his work.
- Don't take that personally, it's just water under the bridge.
- Time flies when you're having fun, but it also seems to drag when you're bored.
- The new employee is a bit of a greenhorn, but he's eager to learn.
- The deal was a steal, so the buyer was over the moon.
- The argument was a storm in a teacup, and it was quickly resolved.
- The company is looking for a needle in a haystack to fill the position.
- John is a bit of a loose cannon, and his behavior can be unpredictable.
- The teacher was at her wit's end when the students refused to listen.
- The investigation is hitting a brick wall, and the detective is running out of leads.
FAQs About the word idiomatic expression
an expression whose meanings cannot be inferred from the meanings of the words that make it up
No synonyms found.
No antonyms found.
Mark was all ears when his boss praised his work.
Don't take that personally, it's just water under the bridge.
Time flies when you're having fun, but it also seems to drag when you're bored.
The new employee is a bit of a greenhorn, but he's eager to learn.
