American Idioms and Expressions

A Poor Man's Something Idiom

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A poor man's something
What does A poor man's something mean?
Something or someone that can be compared to something or someone else, but is not as good is a poor man's version; a writer who uses lots of puns but isn't very funny would be a poor man's Oscar Wilde.

Some Random Idioms
clear-cut
What does "clear-cut" mean?
clearly stated, clear and certain The boy gave a clear-cut answer to the question.

Throw someone a bone
What does "Throw someone a bone" mean?
If you throw someone a bone, you give them a small reward or some kind words to make them feel good even if they've not really contributed much.
draw up (something)
What does "draw up (something)" mean?
to put something in writingThey were able to draw up the contract while we were waiting.
Tough cookie
What does "Tough cookie" mean?
A tough cookie is a person who will do everything necessary to achieve what they want.
as gaudy as a butterfly
What does "as gaudy as a butterfly" mean?
gaudy, colorful The woman was as gaudy as a butterfly when she left for the concert.

after one`s own heart
What does "after one`s own heart" mean?
to be well-liked for agreeing with one`s own feelings/interests/ideasMy new boss loves to go fishing. He is a man after my own heart.
to say the least
What does "to say the least" mean?
at the very least, without dwelling on the subjectAfter walking all day I am tired to say the least.
find one's feet
What does "find one's feet" mean?
to become used to a new situation or experienceI was able to easily find my feet when I started my new job.

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