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:
lay one's cards on the table

Meaning:
to let someone know one`s position and feelings openly, to deal honestly with something

Example:
The employee decided to lay his cards on the table and tell his boss about the job offer from the other company.


List of common idioms, their meanings and examples of their usage in sentences
An idiom is a group of words, or in other words, a phrase that has a meaning different from the literal meaning of the words in it.
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