The phrase "on the surface" can be understood in two ways. One is a literal meaning, referring to the top…

The phrase "the straight and narrow" is often used to describe a morally upright way of life. When someone is…

"Hold the phone" is often used to ask someone to wait or pause what they're doing. It's like saying, "Wait…

The phrase "at a set time" is frequently used to refer to a specific, predetermined time. It often points to…

The saying "where there is a will, there's a way" means that if someone is determined enough, they can find…

The phrase "filled in" is often heard when someone talks about completing a task, replacing someone, or being updated about…

The phrase "out of context" is frequently used to describe when something is not fully understood because it's missing the…

The phrase "going your way" is often used to ask if someone is headed in the same direction as you…

"Whisk away" is often used to describe someone or something being quickly taken away from a place. It paints an…

The term "white knuckler" describes either someone who is often nervous or a suspenseful event. Think of someone holding onto…

"Oh gosh" is commonly used to express surprise or mild exasperation. It can be seen as a way of showing…

"Do something at your own pace" means doing something according to one's own comfort and speed. It means you don’t…

"Beside oneself" is often used to describe strong emotional reactions, usually of shock, excitement, or distress. It means that someone…

"Blowing smoke" can mean expelling smoke from the mouth, like when someone breathes out after taking a puff from a…

The phrase "decking someone" is a colloquial expression that refers to knocking someone down, usually with a punch or a strong…