Meaning of Idiom ‘Accidentally On Purpose’ Something that is done accidentally on purpose seems to be an accident but is actually done intentionally; pretending something is an accident that one actually does deliberately. ,, See on purpose idiom. Want to see more videos from Idioms.Online? Subscribe to our YouTube channel! Usage This idiom is usually … Read more
Meaning of Idiom ‘On Purpose’ On purpose means deliberately or intentionally; no an accident; intended. , 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
Meaning of Idiom ‘Be On Your Mettle’ To be on your mettle means to be determined or forced to prove your ability, especially in a demanding or difficult situation. , See also prove your mettle. Examples Of Use “If you are going to survive this crisis, you must be on your mettle.” “This course is demanding … Read more
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. 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
Meaning of Idiom ‘Light on Your (or one’s) Feet’ To be light on one’s feet means to be able to move quickly and to be agile and nimble. Usage Dancers are often said to be light on their feet. The idiom is also often used of people who do not seem likely to be agile … Read more
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. ,, See the newer idiom on the same page, which may be replacing this one. … Read more
Also: Let someone in on the ground floor Meaning of Idiom ‘Get in on the Ground Floor’ To get in on the ground floor is to become involved in something, often a business or enterprise from the very beginning or early stages of its development. To let someone in on the ground floor is to … Read more
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. , 2. When referring to a person, on hand means to be present. 3. A synonym for at hand when referring to time: imminent; will happen soon. Usage The … Read more
Meaning of Idiom ‘On the Ropes’ 1. When used to regarding boxing matches, on the ropes refers to a fighter who has been forced back against the ropes by his opponent and is leaning on them for support, making it difficult to defend himself. 2. When used generally to refer to a person, organization, business, … Read more
Meaning of Idiom ‘On the Rocks’ 1. Especially used to refer to relationships or organizations, on the rocks means not going well and likely to end soon; ruined or spoiled. , 2. When used in reference to alcoholic drinks, especially whiskey and other liquors, on the rocks means served over ice. The ‘rocks’ are the … Read more