American Idioms and Expressions

Eat One`s Words Idiom

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eat one`s words
What does eat one`s words mean?
to admit being wrong in something that one has saidThe worker was forced to eat his words after his boss proved that he was wrong.
eat one`s words
What does eat one`s words mean?
to take back something that one has said, to admit that something is not trueI told my boss that I would soon quit my job but later I had to eat my words and tell him that I wanted to stay.

Some Random Idioms
cut corners
What does "cut corners" mean?
to economizeWe will have to cut corners in order to save money for our holiday.
a cash cow
What does "a cash cow" mean?
a product or service that makes much moneyOur new business is a cash cow. We are making a lot of money now.
make a clean breast of (something)
What does "make a clean breast of (something)" mean?
to get something off one's chest, to confess something I talked to my supervisor and tried to make a clean breast of my past problems in the company.

get to do (something)
What does "get to do (something)" mean?
to have a chance or to be able to do somethingI did not get to go to the circus last week.
hang out one's shingle
What does "hang out one's shingle" mean?
to open one's own business (usually as a professional in some field) My friend decided to hang out his shingle as a dentist soon after he finished school.

close in on (someone or something)
What does "close in on (someone or something)" mean?
to overwhelm or surround someone or something The soldiers quickly closed in on the enemy position.

walk a tightrope
What does "walk a tightrope" mean?
be in a situation where you must be very cautiousThe Prime Minister is walking a tightrope regarding the international trade deal.
know a thing or two (about someone or something)
What does "know a thing or two (about someone or something)" mean?
be well informed about someone or somethingMy father works in a software development company and knows a thing or two about computers.
buzz
What does "buzz" mean?
contact someone using an intercom or similar device
get back together (with someone)
What does "get back together (with someone)" mean?
to resume a relationship or marriage after separating with someone The man got back together with his wife after separating for three months.

every dog has his day
What does "every dog has his day" mean?
everyone will have his chance or turnMy friend is very discouraged because of his recent bad luck. However, every dog has his day and he should soon overcome those problems and find success.
dog meat
What does "dog meat" mean?
dead person (usually made in threat form)

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