American Idioms and Expressions

Have A Passion For (something) Idiom

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have a passion for (something)
What does have a passion for (something) mean?
have a strong feeling of need or love for somethingThe student wants to become a teacher because he has a passion for teaching English.

Some Random Idioms
show good faith
What does "show good faith" mean?
to demonstrate good intentions or good willThe man did not show good faith when he asked for extra money when he left his company.
shake hands with (someone)
What does "shake hands with (someone)" mean?
to greet someone by taking his or her hand and shaking it The two men shook hands when they met for the first time.

Pull in the reins
What does "Pull in the reins" mean?
When you pull in the reins, you slow down or stop something that has been a bit out of control.
totally
What does "totally" mean?
absolutely; completely; entirely
need (something) like a hole in the head
What does "need (something) like a hole in the head" mean?
to not need something at allMy friend needs a new stereo system like he needs a hole in the head.
Till the cows come home
What does "Till the cows come home" mean?
This idioms means 'for a very long time'. ('Until the cows come home' is also used.)
day after day
What does "day after day" mean?
everyday Day after day, the woman goes to the school to meet her child.

lose sight of (something)
What does "lose sight of (something)" mean?
forget something, fail to see something"Don't lose sight of the main reason that you are planning to take the class."
cruise
What does "cruise" mean?
drive around in search of friends or fun
get into the swing of things
What does "get into the swing of things" mean?
to adapt to a new environment or situation We got into the swing of things after the party started.

falsies
What does "falsies" mean?
artificially enlarged breasts (either through surgery or padding). Nice falsies on her, but I'd rather have the real thing.
by way of (something)
What does "by way of (something)" mean?
as a substitute for something, as a form or example of something By way of introduction the man gave everyone his business card.

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