American Idioms and Expressions

Empty Vessels Make The Most Noise Idiom

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empty vessels make the most noise
What does empty vessels make the most noise mean?
people who are the least intelligent are often the loudest and talk the mostThe man talked endlessly but he never knew much about what he was saying. He was a good example that empty vessels make the most noise.

Some Random Idioms
lay one's eyes on (someone or something)
What does "lay one's eyes on (someone or something)" mean?
to see or find someone or something "If you lay your eyes on my house keys please tell me."

B-ball
What does "B-ball" mean?
baseball or basketball. How about some b-ball later?
break down
What does "break down" mean?
to stop working because of mechanical failureThe car broke down on the lonely road and nobody knew about it.
tough it out
What does "tough it out" mean?
to endure a difficult situationI want to quit my job but for now I plan to tough it out.
tight-fisted
What does "tight-fisted" mean?
very frugal; unwilling to spend money unnecessarily. A: Do you think Charlie will donate any money to the activities fund? B: No way! He's too tight-fisted!
Make a better fist
What does "Make a better fist" mean?
If someone makes a better fist of doing something, they do a better job.
crunch numbers
What does "crunch numbers" mean?
to do mathematical calculationsOur accountant loves to crunch numbers and he is one of the top managers in our company.
be hand in hand
What does "be hand in hand" mean?
be holding handsI walked to the movie hand in hand with my girlfriend.

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