American Idioms and Expressions

Come Out Ahead Idiom

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come out ahead
What does come out ahead mean?
to improve one's situationAlthough our new car was expensive, we came out ahead as it is very cheap to operate.
come out ahead
What does come out ahead mean?
to improve one's situation Although our new car was expensive, we came out ahead because it is very cheap to operate.


Some Random Idioms
Bedroom eyes
What does "Bedroom eyes" mean?
Someone with bedroom eyes has a sexy look in their eyes.
get one`s feet wet
What does "get one`s feet wet" mean?
to begin something, to do something for the first timeThe writer got his feet wet in the publishing business and he is now ready to start his own business.
in good repair
What does "in good repair" mean?
in good conditionMy car is always in good repair when I go on a holiday.
kawabunga
What does "kawabunga" mean?
yeah; horray; yippee (an expression of excitement or enthusiasm, popularized in the TV series "The Simpsons")
Money talks
What does "Money talks" mean?
money gives one power and influenceMoney talks and whenever the wealthy banker goes to his favorite restaurant, he gets the best table available.
in bulk
What does "in bulk" mean?
in large quantities or amountsWe usually buy some of our food in bulk.
show (someone) up
What does "show (someone) up" mean?
to make someone's faults apparentThe girl showed her friend up by doing all of her homework on time.
Hour of need
What does "Hour of need" mean?
A time when someone really needs something, almost a last chance, is their hour of need.
pop
What does "pop" mean?
strike; hit

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