Idioms
An idiom is defined as - a group of words in a fixed order that has a particular meaning that is different from the meanings of each word on its own.
Idiom:
grasp at straws
Meaning:
to try something with little hope of success
Example:
The man is grasping at straws with his weak excuse for his bad behavior.
List of common idioms, their meanings and examples of their usage in sentences
Idioms can be a powerful linguistic tool only when they are used in the right way in the right places.