Did a friend tell you 'it's colder than a witch's tit' outside? This post unpacks the meaning and origin of this expression. Meaning The expression 'colder than a witch's tit' refers to very cold conditions. The phrase can refer to temperatures indoors or outdoors, but it's more common for people to use it to describe […]
Category: Idioms
Crest of a Wave – Meaning, Origin and Usage
Are you reaching peak performance at work? You could say you're riding the 'crest of a wave.' This post unpacks the meaning and origin of this expression. Meaning The expression 'crest of a wave' means to reach the pinnacle of success in society, your career, or your home life. The phrase is subjective, as one […]
Bang for the Buck – Meaning, Origin and Usage
Did your manager say they need more bang for the buck from your marketing strategy? This post unpacks the meaning and origin of this expression. Meaning The expression 'bang for the buck' means you get more value for your money when purchasing something. It can also refer to an outcome that's better than expected, considering […]
Blind Leading the Blind – Meaning, Origin and Usage
Are you watching an inexperienced person speak with authority to others? You could say they are the ‘blind leading the blind.’ This post unpacks the meaning and origin of this expression. Meaning The expression ‘the blind leading the blind’ means someone incompetent or inexperienced leading other people who are also incapable. The phrase can refer […]
Blind Man's Bluff – Meaning, Origin and Usage
Did someone tell you you're playing 'blind man's bluff' with your life? This post unpacks the meaning and origin of this expression. Meaning The expression 'blind man's bluff' comes from a children's game. While many kids still play the game, it's fading in popularity as video games and the metaverse takes over kids' entertainment. However, […]
Bring Home the Bacon – Meaning, Origin and Usage
Did someone tell you they're going to 'bring home the bacon' with their commission check? This post unpacks the meaning and origin of this expression. Meaning The expression 'bring home the bacon' means you're bringing home a financial windfall for your family. It could refer to earning a bonus at work, winning a pot at […]
Shiver Me Timbers – Meaning, Origin and Usage
Would you like to have a cool, pirate-inspired sentence that shows your astonishment at something, or expresses that you are amazed? The saying 'shiver me timbers' is one that you might have already heard that can be appropriate for this. This post unpacks the meaning and origin of this expression. Meaning The saying 'shiver me […]
Cutting a Rug – Meaning, Origin and Usage
Have you seen the phrase 'cutting the rug' and would like to know more about its meaning and context? Saying that someone has 'cut the rug' or is going to, is a compliment as to their past or future dancing skills. The phrase is more popular in some decades than others. This post unpacks the […]
Stick in the Mud – Meaning, Origin and Usage
Would you like to let an entire group of people know that someone is a buzzkill, or have you seen the term above and would like to know more about what it means? The phrase 'stick in the mud' might apply to what you mean. This post unpacks the meaning and origin of the phrase. […]
A Dog's Breakfast – Meaning, Origin and Usage
Did your roommate make a terrible mess of the apartment while you were gone? You could describe this dreadful state as "a dog's breakfast". This post delves into the meaning and origin of this British expression — and shows you how to put it into action. Meaning The British phrase "a dog's breakfast" means a […]