I’m putting my foot down. It’s time for you to put your feet up and relax. You’ve been burning the candle at both ends. To put your foot down and to put your feet up couldn’t have more different meanings. It’s fascinating how just small changes can make such a huge difference in idioms. Meaning … Read more
To put the pedal to the metal has long been used in regards to driving a car, especially in action movies involving car chases. It means literally to press a car’s gas pedal all the way to the floor but figuratively, it means to drive very fast. If you are in a hurry you might … Read more
Also: Two cents Put in one’s two cents Add one’s two cents (worth) Give one’s two cents (worth) Put one’s oar in Stick one’s oar in Meaning of Idiom ‘Put in One’s Two Cents (Worth)’ To put in one’s two cents (worth) means to give one’s opinion even when it is not asked for. Two … Read more
Meaning of Idiom ‘Put Someone Out to Pasture’ To put someone out to pasture means to force them to stop working because they are considered too old to be effective; to cause someone to retire. Want to see more videos from Idioms.Online? Subscribe to our YouTube channel! Examples of Use “My grandfather refused to be … Read more
See shut up. Meaning of Idiom ‘Put Up Or Shut Up’ When someone is told to put up or shut up it means they should act on what they have been saying, or stop talking about it; stop complaining about things your not willing to do anything about. , Want to see more videos from … Read more
Meaning of Idiom ‘Put Your Money Where Your Mouth Is’ To put your money where your mouth is means to do something rather than just talk about it; to take actions that support your opinion, statements or position; to use your own money in support of something you say your support. , Compare put up or … Read more
Meaning of Idiom ‘Put Someone Up’ To put someone up is to provide a place for them to stay, usually temporarily; to provide lodgings. Want to see more videos from Idioms.Online? Subscribe to our YouTube channel! Examples Of Use “We’ll put you up in the barracks for tonight,” said the sergeant. “We’ll get your permanent … Read more
Meaning of Idiom ‘Put Up With, someone or something’ (phrasal verb) To put up with someone or something means to tolerate or endure without complaining. Want to see more videos from Idioms.Online? Subscribe to our YouTube channel! Examples Of Use “I’ve put up with your nonsense long enough. It’s time you found a new place … Read more
Meaning of Idiom ‘Put On’ 1. To dress oneself in clothing, jewelry, or to place eyeglasses or contact lenses on one’s eyes, etc. , Usage note: This meaning can apply to many items, such as cosmetics, or personal care products including deodorant, lotion, sunscreen, bandages, topical medication, lip balm, perfume, cologne, etc. The opposite of to … Read more
Also: Put off someone Meaning of Idiom ‘Put Someone Off’ 1. To cause someone to dislike someone or something; to repel or repulse someone. 2. To persuade someone to delay acting; to discourage someone by making them wait, especially in order to avoid hurting their feelings. , Want to see more videos from Idioms.Online? Subscribe … Read more