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Idioms

Don't Get Me Wrong: Definition, Meaning, and Origin

The phrase "Don't get me wrong" is used to prevent misunderstandings, especially when offering critiques or sharing opinions that might…
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Lucky: Definition, Meaning, and Examples

1. Lucky (adjective): Good fortune that happens by chance. 2. Lucky (adjective): A person regarded as bringing good luck to…
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Rickroll: Definition, Meaning, and Origin

"Rickroll" refers to a prank and an internet meme involving an unexpected appearance of the music video for the 1987…
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Obituary: Definition, Meaning, and Examples

1. Obituary (noun): A printed or written notice of a person's death, often with a brief biography of their life.…
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Swing for the Fences: Definition, Meaning, and Origin

"Swing for the fences" comes from baseball, describing a batter swinging with full strength to hit a home run. The…
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Echo: Definition, Meaning, and Examples

1. Echo (noun): A sound or series of sounds caused by the reflection of sound waves from a surface back…
Idioms

Kick in the Teeth: Definition, Meaning, and Origin

"Kick in the teeth" is a phrase that vividly describes a severe setback, disappointment, or harsh treatment. It conjures the…
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Aesthetic: Definition, Meaning, and Examples

1. Aesthetic (noun): A set of principles underlying the work of a particular artist or artistic movement. 2. Aesthetic (adjective):…
Idioms

Nighty Night: Definition, Meaning, and Origin

"Nighty night" is a colloquial expression often used to say goodnight, especially to children. It's a friendly and affectionate way…
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Update: Definition, Meaning, and Examples

1. Update (verb): To bring something more current by adding new information or making changes. 2. Update (noun): A new…
Idioms

Tall, Dark, and Handsome: Definition, Meaning, and Origin

"Tall, dark, and handsome" is a phrase commonly used to describe an idealized image of a man who is physically…
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Continue: Definition, Meaning, and Examples

1. Continue (verb): To persist in an activity or process. 2. Continue (verb): To remain in existence; to last. "Continue"…
Idioms

This Much: Definition, Meaning, and Origin

"This much" is a phrase used to quantify or indicate a specific amount, degree, or extent of something, often in…
Definitions

When: Definition, Meaning, and Examples

1. When (conjunction): At the time that. 2. When (conjunction): Whenever; every time that. 3. When (adverb): At what time;…
Idioms

Walk on Eggshells: Definition, Meaning, and Origin

The idiom "walk on eggshells" describes a situation in which someone feels the need to be extremely cautious or careful…
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