American Idioms and Expressions

Have A Way With (someone Or Something) Idiom

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have a way with (someone or something)
What does have a way with (someone or something) mean?
be able to lead/persuade/influence othersThe little girl has a way with horses. They are very gentle when she is around.

Some Random Idioms
C/O
What does "C/O" mean?
Care Of - used when you want to send something to someone at the address of another person Care Of - used when you want to send something to someone at the address of another personI didn't know my friend's address so I sent a letter to him C/O another friend of mine.
cop a plea
What does "cop a plea" mean?
plead guilty to a crime or decide not to fight against a charge in order to try and receive a light punishment, the same meaning as plea bargain (usually done in a negotiation between the defendant and his or her lawyer and the prosecutor)The man copped a plea and went to hear what the judge would decide regarding his case.
heart stands still
What does "heart stands still" mean?
to be very frightened or worried about somethingMy heart stood still when the truck on the highway almost hit our car.
have a lot on one's plate
What does "have a lot on one's plate" mean?
to have many things to do or deal with, to be busy with many different activities I have a lot on my plate this week and I am very busy.

Cheat death
What does "Cheat death" mean?
If someone cheats death, they narrowly avoid a major problem or accident.
with hat in hand
What does "with hat in hand" mean?
with humilityThe boy went to his father with hat in hand to ask to borrow some money.
stick to one's ribs
What does "stick to one's ribs" mean?
to last a long time and give one strength (used for food)The food at the restaurant is wonderful and it sticks to our ribs.
to beat the band
What does "to beat the band" mean?
very much, very fastWe were working to beat the band in order to finish our work early and go home.
in agreement
What does "in agreement" mean?
in harmony, agreeingAll of the members of the team were in agreement regarding the training schedule of the coach.

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