American Idioms and Expressions

Easier Said Than Done Idiom

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easier said than done
What does easier said than done mean?
to be easier to talk about than to doI would like to change jobs but it is easier said than done.
easier said than done
What does easier said than done mean?
something is easier to suggest or talk about than to actually doIt is easier said than done to decide that you will never eat chocolate again.
easier said than done
What does easier said than done mean?
to be easier to talk about than to do I would like to change jobs but it is easier said than done.


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have one's head in the clouds
What does "have one's head in the clouds" mean?
be unaware of what is going onThe boy has his head in the clouds and doesn't think about what is going on around him.
in clover
What does "in clover" mean?
rich or successful, having a pleasant or easy lifeThey are in clover now that they have sold their business and retired.
hyped
What does "hyped" mean?
exaggerated; promoted inaccurately
civvies
What does "civvies" mean?
civilian clothing
serve (someone`s) purpose
What does "serve (someone`s) purpose" mean?
to be useful to someone for a certain needThe small screwdriver should serve my purpose until I find the correct size.
AGM
What does "AGM" mean?
Annual General Meeting - the annual meeting of an organization Annual General Meeting - the annual meeting of an organizationMy sister attended the AGM of the condominium owners last night.
much sought after
What does "much sought after" mean?
wanted or desired very muchOld fishing equipment is much sought after by collectors around the world.
Jag
What does "Jag" mean?
Jaguar car
get a checkup
What does "get a checkup" mean?
to receive a physical examination from a doctor I go to the doctor every year to get a checkup.

dip into (something)
What does "dip into (something)" mean?
to borrow from a supply of something We had to dip into our savings to get enough money for a holiday.

Monday morning quarterback
What does "Monday morning quarterback" mean?
advice given after the fact, with the benefit of hindsight and otherwise not useful

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