English Idioms About “Animals”
Idiom: Play cat and mouse
Meaning: to tease, confuse or fool someone by trying to trick them into making a mistake so that you have an advantage over them.
Example: The famous businessman spent his time playing cat and mouse with the judge.
English Idioms About “Life”
Idiom: Shelf life
Meaning: The length of time something will last.
Example: This medicine has a short shelf life.
English Idioms About “Crime”
Idiom: A steal
Meaning: A steal refers to a good deal; it’s almost like you stole it.
Example: “You look great in these shoes!” “They’re at 70% discount! I paid Just $30!” “Wow that’s really a steal! It’s such a great deal.”
English Idioms About “Parts of the body”
Idiom: Skin someone alive
Meaning: To punish someone severely.
Example: My parents will skin me alive if they see my grades.
English Idioms About “Sport”
Idiom: Keep one’s eye on the ball
Meaning: To remain alert to the events occurring around oneself.
Example: To be successful in this business, you’ll have to keep your eye on the ball.
English Idioms About “Life”
Idiom: Between life and death
Meaning: This phrase is used to refer to a situation where both living and dying are possible.
Example: After his terrible accident, he was for a long time between life and death.
English Idioms About “General”
Idiom: Take it or leave it
Meaning: Said about an offer when you either accept it or reject it completely.
Example: This is my offer; take it or leave it.