Frequent variations: jump at the chance jump at the offer jump at the opportunity jump at the bait Meaning of Idiom ‘Jump at Something’ To jump at something, such as a chance, offer, or opportunity, it is to quickly take advantage of it; to not hesitate to avail oneself of an opportunity; to enthusiastically seize … Read more
Meaning of Idiom ‘At the Drop of a Hat’ When something is done at the drop of a hat, it is done immediately, without any planning; instantly, without delay; without good reason or excuse. 1,2,3,4 Examples Of Use “You can’t just go on vacation at the drop of a hat anymore. You have a real … Read more
Meaning of Idiom ‘Ill at Ease’ To be ill at ease means to be uneasy, uncomfortable, feel nervous or awkward. 1,2 Usage “How are you feeling about the new promotion?” asked Betty. “I feel a bit ill at ease but I’m excited,” said Felicia. “I always feel ill at ease in large groups of people.” Origin Used … Read more
Meaning of Idiom ‘At Your (or one’s) Fingertips’ When something is at your fingertips it is in a convenient place, is easy to find or is readily available or accessible; easy to get and to use immediately. 1,2,3,4 Usage This idiom is often used to refer to information that is readily accessible but can refer to many … Read more
Meaning of Idiom ‘At Your (or one’s) Wit’s End’ To be at your wit’s end means that you are so confused, puzzled, or upset or have encountered so many difficulties that you have no idea what to do. 1 2 3 Compare At the End of Your Rope. Sentence Examples “I really need your help. I’ve been trying … Read more
Also: At the end of your (or one’s) tether (U.K.) Meaning of Idiom ‘At the End of Your (or one’s) Rope To be at the end of your rope means that you have reached the limit of your patience, resources, abilities, energy, etc. and so are unable to deal with a situation any longer. 1 2 Compare At Your Wit’s … Read more
Also: In the end Meaning of Idiom ‘At the End of the Day’ At the end of the day is a quite commonly used and misunderstood idiom since it makes literal sense if used to actually refer to the end of the day. When used as an idiom, it has a similar meaning to the idiom when all … Read more
Meaning of the Idiom ‘at Loggerheads’ To be ‘at loggerheads‘ means to be engaged in a quarrelsome argument; strongly disagreeing. This somewhat formal idiom tends to carry the connotation of being unable to reach an agreement. Sentence Examples “The union has been at loggerheads with management on the benefits package for months now.” “Peace talks … Read more
Meaning of Idiom ‘At Length’ At length means in full detail, for a long time. 1 2 Notes On Use The idiom is used in regards to speaking or writing about a subject. Sentence Examples “The CEO talked at length about the company’s ideology but managed to say nothing about its prospects.” “We have discussed the … Read more