English Idioms

When words are carried across the so-called language barrier, subtle differences in meaning can be lost in translation . That is, the transl...

A person with "nothing to lose" is someone who does not stand to suffer significant harm by taking particular risks.  Literally...

If used literally, this phrase would mean that a particular action will not cause you physical pain or injury. When used figuratively, howev...

The expression "a babe in the woods" is used to represent someone who is innocent and vulnerable and in great danger of being vict...

Your neck of the woods is your figurative location; your locale; your area.  Example: "What are you doing in this neck of the woods?...

This means, on a large scale. Example: "The politician's ambitions for higher office were as big as all outdoors."

This idiom has biblical origins. Christians urged to "turn the other cheek" after they have been struck by a fist are expected to ...