American Idioms and Expressions

From Side To Side 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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from side to side
What does from side to side mean?
moving from one side to the other again and againThe boat was rocking from side to side during the big storm.
from side to side
What does from side to side mean?
moving from one side to the other again and again The boat was rocking from side to side during the big storm.


Some Random Idioms
wild goose chase
What does "wild goose chase" mean?
a chase that is futile or worthless The motorcycle riders led the police on a wild goose chase.

nose about/around (something)
What does "nose about/around (something)" mean?
to look for something private or secret, to investigate something The man was nosing about the office looking for something.
Many reporters spend a lot of time nosing around the business of famous people.

loser
What does "loser" mean?
incompetent, undesirable person
gunner
What does "gunner" mean?
hardworking, serious student
express (one's) anger
What does "express (one's) anger" mean?
to release one's anger The man often loses his temper which is not a good way to express his anger.

nuts and bolts (of something)
What does "nuts and bolts (of something)" mean?
the basic facts about somethingThe nuts and bolts of the housing loan were carefully discussed by the bank and their client.
close call/shave
What does "close call/shave" mean?
an accident that almost happens but does not happenI had a close call this morning when the truck almost hit me.
horse sense
What does "horse sense" mean?
good judgement, wisdom in making decisionsHe has good horse sense so you can expect him to make an intelligent decision.

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