One Fell Swoop

Also: at one fell swoop Meaning of Idiom ‘In One Fell Swoop’ When something happens in one fell swoop, it happens all at once, as the result of a single action; all at the same time; in one sudden action or one single occasion.  Want to see more videos from Idioms.Online? Subscribe to our YouTube … Read more

On a Roll

Meaning of Idiom ‘On a Roll’ To be on a roll means to be engaged in a series of successes; to be winning consistently; to be experiencing a period of success or good fortune. 1,2 Want to see more videos from Idioms.Online? Subscribe to our YouTube channel! Examples Of Use “Don’t you think you’ve gambled … Read more

On the Same Page, to be

Meaning Of Idiom ‘On the Same Page’ To be on the same page means to agree totally; to have a mutual understanding; to have the same information and have the same thoughts about it; to be thinking the same way. 1,2 This idiom is very similar to the older idiom on the same wavelength and may … Read more

On the Whole

Meaning of Idiom ‘On the Whole’ On the whole means generally, considering everything. 1,2 Want to see more videos from Idioms.Online? Subscribe to our YouTube channel! See synonyms: By and Large For the Most Part Examples Of use “Well, the morning didn’t start well but on the whole, it was a pretty productive day.” “On the … Read more

On Cloud Nine

Meaning of Idiom ‘On Cloud Nine’ To be on cloud nine means to be extremely happy and blissful; euphoric; serenely contented. 1,2 See Happy Idioms: 22 English Idioms About Happiness See also: In Seventh Heaven Want to see more videos from Idioms.Online? Subscribe to our YouTube channel! Sentence Examples “I remember when I got my first check … Read more

Once in a Blue Moon

Meaning Of Idiom ‘Once in a Blue Moon’ Once in a blue moon means not very often; very rarely; only once in a long period of time; practically never. 1,2,3  Examples Of Use “I only get to see my family once in a blue moon now that I live in France.” “I used to paint … Read more

On Purpose

Meaning of Idiom ‘On Purpose’ On purpose means deliberately or intentionally; no an accident; intended. 1,2 See accidentally on purpose.  Want to see more videos from Idioms.Online? Subscribe to our YouTube channel! Examples Of Use “He tripped me on purpose causing me to spill my food tray.” “Martin knocked over my blocks, Mommy!” I’m … Read more

On Nodding Terms, to be

Also: Nodding acquaintance, to be a Meaning of Idiom ‘To Be On Nodding Terms’ To be on nodding terms with someone means to barely know them; to be an acquaintance only. 1  Want to see more videos from Idioms.Online? Subscribe to our YouTube channel! Usage We usually say were are “on nodding terms” with someone … Read more

On the Same Wavelength, to be

Meaning of Idiom ‘On the Same Wavelength’ To be on the same wavelength means to have the same ideas and opinions about something; to be in general agreement or accord; to have a rapport; to be thinking in the same ways. 1,2,3 See the newer idiom on the same page, which may be replacing this one. … Read more

On Hand

Meaning of Idiom ‘On Hand’ 1. To have something on hand means to have it it one’s possession and available for use; nearby and ready when needed. 1, 2  2. When referring to a person, on hand means to be present. 3 3. A synonym for at hand when referring to time: imminent; will happen soon. 4 … Read more