Category: Idioms

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 […]

Have you seen the phrase 'cry me a river' and would like to know more behind the context and meaning of the saying? It is a common saying in the English language, often used to add drama in a mocking context. This post unpacks the origin and meaning of this saying. Meaning The phrase 'cry […]

Would you like to let someone know that an event or gesture has really made all the difference in your day, and that something has had a deep emotional effect on you? The phrase 'heart touching' is a common English-language expression that can be used to say this. This post unpacks the meaning and origin […]

Have you seen the common phrase 'eeny meeny miny moe' somewhere and want to know more about where this common saying comes from? 'Eeny meeny miny moe' is a common counting rhyme, mostly used by children, with unfortunate origins that you would not expect. This post unpacks the meaning and origin of this phrase. Meaning […]

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 […]