American Idioms and Expressions

Pitch Dark Idiom

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pitch-dark
What does pitch-dark mean?
very darkIt was pitch-dark when I took the garbage out to the garbage can.
pitch-dark
What does pitch-dark mean?
very dark It was pitch-dark when I took the garbage out to the garbage can.


Some Random Idioms
odds are against one
What does "odds are against one" mean?
there is little chance that you will succeed there is little chance that you will succeedThe odds were against the boy joining the team but he tried very hard anyway.
buy a pig in a poke
What does "buy a pig in a poke" mean?
to buy something without seeing it or knowing anything about it It is like buying a pig in a poke if you buy that car without first inspecting it.

in terms of (something)
What does "in terms of (something)" mean?
with regard to somethingIn terms of our agreement with the other company we were not allowed to sell the products online.
Get your ducks in a row
What does "Get your ducks in a row" mean?
If you get your ducks in a row, you organise yourself and your life.
TIA
What does "TIA" mean?
thanks in advance
guts
What does "guts" mean?
verve; courage. He's got guts, arguing with the judge in court.
pull one`s socks up
What does "pull one`s socks up" mean?
to make a greater effort to do something"You had better pull your socks up or you will not be able to continue working here."

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