American Idioms and Expressions

Lose One`s Temper Idiom

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lose one`s temper
What does lose one`s temper mean?
become angryHe lost his temper when the child broke the expensive dish.

Some Random Idioms
bitch
What does "bitch" mean?
complaint; gripe. What's your bitch now?
Like no one's business
What does "Like no one's business" mean?
If I say my children are growing like no one's business, it means they're growing very quickly. See also 'Like the clappers' and 'Like there's no tomorrow'.
get at (someone or something)
What does "get at (someone or something)" mean?
to attack or hit someone or somethingOur dog tried to get at the other dog.
crock of shit
What does "crock of shit" mean?
a collection of lies, deception, or misleading information. What a crock of shit; I don't believe any of it.
GAL
What does "GAL" mean?
get a life
blue plate special
What does "blue plate special" mean?
daily special meal offered at a low price (usually in diners). Would you like to hear about our blue plate special?
a case in point
What does "a case in point" mean?
an example that proves something or helps to make something clear What our boss said is a case in point about what I have also been saying.

Break a leg!
What does "Break a leg!" mean?
Good luck! (an expression that is used in theater performances)"Break a leg!" the director called to the lead actor.
bombed
What does "bombed" mean?
very drunk; highly intoxicated on alcohol. He got bombed at the bar last night.
discretion is the better part of valor
What does "discretion is the better part of valor" mean?
it is better to be careful and use discretion than to be too courageous and take unnecessary risksDiscretion is the better part of valor and the man decided not to make a complaint against his company.
The line forms on the right
What does "The line forms on the right" mean?
Something's meaning is becoming clear when the line forms on the right.

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