American Idioms and Expressions

Outside Of (something) 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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outside of (something)
What does outside of (something) mean?
other than something, except for somethingOutside of the weather our vacation was quite enjoyable.

Some Random Idioms
have a cow
What does "have a cow" mean?
to become very angry and upset about something Our teacher had a cow when nobody prepared for the class.

kick the habit
What does "kick the habit" mean?
stop a bad habitHe has been trying to kick his smoking habit for many years.
in short supply
What does "in short supply" mean?
to not have enough of something, to be less than the amount or number neededExperienced computer programmers are in short supply in our company.
fancy
What does "fancy" mean?
like; find appealing; enjoy. You fancy him? Why? He's such a nerd.
carrot and stick
What does "carrot and stick" mean?
a reward or a threat of punishment at the same timeThe trade negotiators took a carrot-and-stick approach to the automobile talks.
have pull with (someone)
What does "have pull with (someone)" mean?
have influence with someoneMy friend has pull with his boss and often goes home early.
catch one`s breath
What does "catch one`s breath" mean?
to stop to rest and regain one`s normal breathingAfter running from the station it took a moment to catch my breath.
under the weather
What does "under the weather" mean?
feel ill (but not seriously ill)He is feeling under the weather so he is going to bed early tonight.

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