Also used: take the lid off, blow wide open Meaning of Idiom ‘Blow the Lid Off’ To blow the lid off something means to publicly expose a scandal or illegal activity; to reveal the truth about something; to let the public know about a big secret. Examples Of Use “He threatened to blow the lid … Read more
Also: mind-blowing (adjective) Meaning of Idiom ‘Blow My (or one’s) Mind’ Blow one’s mind is a very versatile idiom that is used to describe anything that is amazing, shocking, awe-inspiring, unusual, exciting, etc. In the past, it was also used to describe the effect of certain recreational drugs, such as LSD, on the mind. Rarely, … Read more
Also: Let off steam Meaning of Idiom ‘Blow Off Steam’ To blow off steam means to do something that helps relieve stress, tension, anger, or strong emotions; to get out one’s pent up feelings by complaining or talking loudly, or by some energetic activity; to play or work off excess energy, especially children. 1,2,3 Want … Read more
Also: Blow smoke in someone’s face Meaning of Idiom ‘Blow Smoke’ 1. To blow smoke is to exaggerate or boast about oneself, usually with no means to back up what one is saying. 2. To intentionally deceive or mislead; to speak in a way meant to conceal the truth and confuse others. 3. To talk confidently … Read more
Meaning of Idiom ‘Blow Smoke Up Someone’s Ass’ 1. To blow smoke up someone’s ass means to insincerely compliment someone to get something from them or get them to do something. 2. To manipulate someone with flattery; to exaggerate about something in order to make it seem better than it is. 1 Compare to Blow … Read more
Also: Make a Hole (in one’s budget or money) Meaning of Idiom ‘Blow a Hole in (something)’ 1. To blow a hole in something means to its effectiveness or show that it is incorrect, corrupt, etc. 1,2 2. In regards to money or a budget, to blow or make a hole means to cost a lot … Read more
Also: Blow your own trumpet Toot your own horn/trumpet Meaning of Idiom Blow You (or one’s) Own Horn’ To blow your own horn means to boast or brag about your achievements or talents. 1,2 Usage This idiom is often used in the common phrase “Not to blow my own horn, but…” People say this right before … Read more