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Trouble is Brewing: Definition, Meaning, and Origin

The phrase "trouble is brewing" often conjures images of storms forming or a pot of trouble simmering on the stove,…
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Create a Scene: Definition, Meaning, and Origin

The idiom "create a scene" means to cause a public disturbance or draw unwanted attention to yourself, often by being…
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Blood, Sweat, and Tears: Definition, Meaning, and Origin

The phrase "blood, sweat, and tears" means that someone has put a lot of hard work and effort into something.…
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Prepare For: Definition, Meaning, and Origin

When we hear the phrase "prepare for," it often brings to mind the act of getting ready or getting set…
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Be Bouncing Off The Walls: Definition, Meaning, and Origin

Have you ever heard the phrase "be bouncing off the walls"? This idiom is often used to describe someone who…
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Be Game: Definition, Meaning, and Origin

When someone is willing to try something new or challenging, they are said to "be game." This idiom reflects a spirit…
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It Was Nice to See You Too: Definition, Meaning, and Origin

When we meet someone after a long time or even a short encounter, we often say, "It was nice to…
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She Has a Big Heart: Definition, Meaning, and Origin

When someone says she has a big heart, it's like saying she is full of kindness, compassion, and generosity. People…
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Jammed Up: Definition, Meaning, and Origin

The expression "jammed up" generally conveys a state of being in trouble, facing complications, or being stuck in a difficult…
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Coordinate With: Definition, Meaning, and Origin

The phrase "coordinate with" signifies working together harmoniously with others to achieve a common goal or complete a task. It…
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All Hands: Definition, Meaning, and Origin

The idiom "all hands" is a phrase used to refer to a group of people working together on a task…
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Plan For: Definition, Meaning, and Origin

The idiom "plan for" means preparing for something that is expected or possible to happen. It can also mean to…
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Make Time: Definition, Meaning, and Origin

To "make time" means to arrange one's schedule or priorities to do something or see someone that is important or…
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Cheer For: Definition, Meaning, and Origin

Throughout history, idioms have played a significant role in shaping languages and cultures. One such idiom that has captured the…
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Eat Like a Horse: Definition, Meaning, and Origin

The idiom "eat like a horse" doesn't literally suggest someone feasting on hay or oats. Instead, it describes someone with…
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