American Idioms and Expressions

Lesser (of The Two) 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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lesser (of the two)
What does lesser (of the two) mean?
the smaller one of the twoWe chose the lesser of the two cars when we went to the car rental agency.

Some Random Idioms
above suspicion
What does "above suspicion" mean?
to be very honest so that nobody will suspect you of doing something wrong The man's actions are always above suspicion.

ass wipe
What does "ass wipe" mean?
an annoying person of little or no value
have a hold on (someone)
What does "have a hold on (someone)" mean?
have a strong and secure influence on someoneThe coach has a very strong hold on the members of the team.
when it comes right down to it
What does "when it comes right down to it" mean?
when one really thinks about somethingWhen it comes right down to it, I don't think that you should quit your job.
Sell your soul
What does "Sell your soul" mean?
If someone sells their soul, their betray the most precious beliefs.
cut a fine figure
What does "cut a fine figure" mean?
dress and look goodI cut a fine figure as I walked through the doors to interview for the job.
out of courtesy
What does "out of courtesy" mean?
in order to be polite to someoneWe phoned our customers out of courtesy to tell them about the late arrival of the products.
last will and testament
What does "last will and testament" mean?
one's will (especially its latest version)After my grandfather's funeral my uncle read out his last will and testament.
run away with (someone)
What does "run away with (someone)" mean?
to take hold of someoneTheir imagination ran away with the boys when they went to the circus and then decided that they wanted to join the circus.
off-the-cuff
What does "off-the-cuff" mean?
without preparationOur boss made a great off-the-cuff speech at the party last night.
veg out
What does "veg out" mean?
relax; take it easy; do very little

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