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Scoured The Internet For: Definition, Meaning, and Origin

People often use the idiom "scoured the internet for" when describing a thorough or exhaustive search for information online. The…
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In Awe: Definition, Meaning, and Origin

To be "in awe" of something is to be amazed by it and maybe a little scared of its greatness.…
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My Way Or The Highway: Definition, Meaning, and Origin

People often use the phrase "my way or the highway" to express a strong assertion that others must accept their…
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Anything Else?: Definition, Meaning, and Origin

The phrase "anything else" is commonly used to request additional information or to ask if there are more items or…
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Flies By: Definition, Meaning, and Origin

People say "flies by" to express how quickly time seems to pass, especially when one is busy or engrossed in…
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Leap of Faith: Definition, Meaning, and Origin

The idiom "leap of faith" refers to the act of believing in or accepting something intangible, unprovable, or without empirical…
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Cull The Herd: Definition, Meaning, and Origin

"Cull the herd" typically refers to the process of selecting or removing individuals from a group based on specific criteria.…
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Break the Ice: Definition, Meaning, and Origin

People often use the idiom "break the ice" to describe the act of initiating a conversation, typically in a social…
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Oh, Snap: Definition, Meaning, and Origin

"Oh, snap" is a quick, humorous response to a situation or comment that is surprising or unexpected. It is used…
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Splash Up: Definition, Meaning, and Origin

"Splash up” is a phrasal verb that means to make something wet by sloshing or splattering along its length. It…
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Walk a Mile in His Shoes: Definition, Meaning, and Origin

The idiom "walk a mile in his shoes" is a commonly used phrase in English with a rich history and…
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True Up: Definition, Meaning, and Origin

"True up" is an idiom that is often used in a business or financial context. It refers to the process of…
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Got My Back: Definition, Meaning, and Origin

The "got my back" idiom is commonly used in colloquial language. It often signifies a deep sense of trust, reliability,…
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Read Between the Lines: Definition, Meaning, and Origin

The idiomatic expression "read between the lines" is commonly used in English conversations and writings. It suggests the act of understanding the…
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You Go Girl: Definition, Meaning, and Origin

The idiom "you go girl" is an empowering phrase used to encourage and celebrate the achievements, strength, and capability of…
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