American Idioms and Expressions

Not For A Moment Idiom

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not for a moment
What does not for a moment mean?
not at all, neverI did not for a moment believe what the man was saying.
not for a moment
What does not for a moment mean?
not at all, never I did not for a moment believe what the man was saying.


Some Random Idioms
ahead of one's time
What does "ahead of one's time" mean?
to have ideas or attitudes that are more advanced than those of othersThe ideas of the politician were very much ahead of his time.
at stake
What does "at stake" mean?
something that can be gained or lostThere was much at stake during the negotiations between the nurses and the government.
take (someone or something) on
What does "take (someone or something) on" mean?
to undertake to deal with someone or somethingI decided to take the extra work on in order to make some extra money.
raise a fuss
What does "raise a fuss" mean?
to make trouble, to cause a disturbanceThe woman at the restaurant raised a fuss when her meal arrived late.
cold
What does "cold" mean?
dead. He's cold. No need to shoot him again.
make hay while the sun shines
What does "make hay while the sun shines" mean?
do something at the right time, take advantage of an opportunityYou should make hay while the sun shines and paint the house while the weather is good.
make one`s bed and lie in it
What does "make one`s bed and lie in it" mean?
be responsible for what you have done and accept the results of your actions"You quit your job and now you have no money. You made your bed and now you must lie in it."
quiet as a mouse
What does "quiet as a mouse" mean?
very quiet, shy and silentThe little boy was quiet as a mouse as he moved around the kitchen.
roll out the red carpet
What does "roll out the red carpet" mean?
to greet a person with great respect, to give a big welcome to someoneThe government rolled out the red carpet when the politician came to visit.
cram
What does "cram" mean?
study at the last minute for a test
go ahead
What does "go ahead" mean?
to move forwardIt was difficult to go ahead quickly in the line.

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