American Idioms and Expressions

Bit By Bit Idiom

This database is a comprehensive collection of all the American idioms and slang available. American Idioms are many and varied. We hope you enjoy our collection. We are adding more all the time. .

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bit by bit
What does bit by bit mean?
gradually I am finishing my school project bit by bit.


Some Random Idioms
a case in point
What does "a case in point" mean?
an example that proves something or helps to make something clearWhat the man said is a case in point about what I have been saying all year.
class action lawsuit
What does "class action lawsuit" mean?
a lawsuit on behalf of a group of persons in a similar situation or who have suffered a similar wrongThe workers filed a class action lawsuit against the company for damage to their health.
fee simple
What does "fee simple" mean?
absolute title or ownership of real estateThe property was sold fee simple by the woman.
out of thin air
What does "out of thin air" mean?
out of nothing, from nowhereThe deer seemed to jump out of thin air and onto the road.
slime bucket
What does "slime bucket" mean?
disgusting, worthless person (usually said of men)
on the verge of (doing something)
What does "on the verge of (doing something)" mean?
to be just about to do somethingI was on the verge of quitting my job when I suddenly changed my mind.
Marked man
What does "Marked man" mean?
A marked man is a person who is being targeted by people who want to do them harm or cause them trouble.

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