Idioms
An idiom is a widely used saying or expression containing a figurative meaning that differs from the phrase's literal meaning.
Idiom:
keep (someone) from (doing something)
Meaning:
to prevent someone from doing something
Example:
I tried hard to keep my friend from buying a new car.
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.