Act Up Idiom American Expressions and American Idioms

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act up What does act up mean?	to misbehave	The children began to act up during the field trip.
act up What does act up mean?	to misbehave	The children began to act up during the field trip.
	Some Random Idioms
fox What does "fox" mean?	attractive, sexy young woman (though sometimes said of men)
take (something) out on (someone or something) What does "take (something) out on (someone or something)" mean?	to direct one's anger or fear onto someone or something	The woman often takes her anger out on her husband.
on any account What does "on any account" mean?	for any purpose, for any reason	I am not going to talk to that woman on any account.
be had What does "be had" mean?	to be victimized or cheated	I was had by the salesman on the telephone.
kick back What does "kick back" mean?	unwind; relax; have fun
Fit of pique What does "Fit of pique" mean?	If someone reacts badly because their pride is hurt, this is a fit of pique.

with a vengeance What does "with a vengeance" mean?	with determination and eagerness	The basketball team came out with a vengeance after the break and won the game easily.
salt away money What does "salt away money" mean?	to save money	My friend has salted away much money from her new job.

American Idioms and Expressions

Act Up Idiom