Category: Idioms

Have you seen the phrase 'stand up guy' and would like to have more context behind the origin or meaning of the saying? 'Stand up guy' is a compliment, and means that someone will often stand up for others' rights. This post unpacks the meaning and origin of this popular saying. Meaning The phrase 'stand […]

Would you like to let someone know that something you have done or said is a true emotional gesture, or a show of love? Would you like to extend thanks to someone, and say the same? 'From the bottom of my heart' is a common English expression that says just those things. This post unpacks […]

Would you like to tell someone that they should match their words with their actions, or would you like to tell someone that your words are sincere and honest? The phrase 'walk the walk' is one that can be used to say what you mean. This post unpacks the meaning and origin of the common […]

Would you like to point out the error to someone's ways, or find a different way to say that people don't often change their old habits or behavior? The phrase 'old habits die hard' is a common English language saying that can be used to say this. This post unpacks the meaning and origin of […]

Have you seen the phrase 'three score and a ten' somewhere and would like to know more about its context and meaning? The saying 'three score and a ten' is an archaic, uncommon way to phrase the number seventy. This post looks at the meaning, origin and use of this saying. Meaning The phrase 'three […]

Would you like to let someone know that they have crossed the line once and you will be more careful to consider their offers in future, or would you just like to point out that caution is always better when approaching somethng a second time? The phrase 'once bitten, twice shy' is a common English […]

Would you like to tell someone that they share the same point-of-view or values as you do? The phrase 'a man after my own heart' is a common expression in the English language that can be used to say just that – and it's not just exclusive to men. This post unpacks the meaning and […]

Would you like to give someone a positive progress report, or say a good word about how something is going to everyone else? The phrase 'so far so good' can be used to indicate good progress, and it's a common phrase that's often used as a whole. This post unpacks the meaning and origin of […]

Would you like to let people know that someone is a real one of a kind type of person, or that someone is really special to you and what you value? The phrase 'a man after my own heart' can be used to say this, and there are several creative ways to put this saying […]

Have you seen the phrase 'at the drop of a hat' somewhere and would like to know why it has been said, or what it means in context? The phrase 'at the drop of a hat' is a common English figure of speech that can confuse if it is taken literally. This post looks at […]