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meaning and usage of idioms and phrases-62

1) By Leaps And Bounds-rapid, by large movements forward-

The profits of my company are increasing by leaps and bounds.

2) Leather - Lunged-speaking or capable of speaking in a loud, resonant voice, especially for prolonged periods-

The leather-lunged lead singer was able to shake the audience with her soulful outpourings.

3) A Leap Of Faith-an act of believing something that is not easily believed-

It took a big leap of faith to decide to quit my job and try something new.

4) Wear More Than One Hat-to have more than one set of responsibilities, to hold more than one office-

The mayor is also the police chief. She wears more than one hat.

5) Make No Bones About-not to try to hide your feelings-

He made no bones about his dissatisfaction with the service.

6) Throw Someone A Bone-do something to appease someone, typically by making a minor concession or helping them in a small way-

The finance minister threw first time home buyers a bone in the form of a minor tax benefit.

7) At The Helm Of-in control, in charge-

She is the first woman to be at the helm of this corporation.

8) By The Book-strictly according to the rules-

A cop who doesn't exactly play it by the book.

9) Unsung Hero-a person who makes a substantive yet unrecognized contribution-

They were the unsung heroes of the American Revolution.

10) Argy - Bargy-loud argument or disagreement that is not usually serious-

A bit of argy-bargy between actor and director.

11) Get A Word In Edgewise-to have an opportunity to speak-

Brad talked so much that nobody could get a word in edgewise.

12) Cut Corners-to do something in the easiest, cheapest, or fastest way-

There is always a temptation to cut corners when time is short.

13) Cover All The Bases-to deal with every part of a situation or activity-

I think I have covered all the bases - I called everyone, ordered the food , and bought some decorations.

14) A Sledgehammer To Crack A Nut-use much more force or put more effort than needed-

Fifty police officers to arrest two unarmed men is surely using a sledgehammer to crack a nut.

15) Be None The Wiser-to still be confused about something even after it has been explained to you-

I've read the instructions twice and I'm still none the wiser.

16) Crystal Clear-completely transparent and unclouded, very easy to understand-

She made it crystal clear that she was in charge.

17) A Means To An End-something done to achieve something else-

I didn't particularly like the job - it was just a means to an end.

18) Work For Peanuts-to work for very little money-

I need a raise - I'm sick of still working for peanuts after three years!

19) Bells And Whistles-attractive additional features or trimmings-

Manufacturers still build luxury cars with all the bells and whistles.

20) Dig Your Own Grave-to do something foolish that causes you harm-

She dug her own grave when she made fun of the boss.

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