American Idioms and Expressions

Put A Bee In (someone's) Bonnet Idiom

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put a bee in (someone's) bonnet
What does put a bee in (someone's) bonnet mean?
to give someone an idea (about something)I put a bee in my friend's bonnet with my plans to go to Germany to study.

Some Random Idioms
move to (do something)
What does "move to (do something)" mean?
to propose to do something (usually at a meeting) I will move to have another meeting next week so we can discuss the problem.

come alive
What does "come alive" mean?
to brighten up and become active The girl suddenly came alive and began to enjoy the party.

run through (money or something)
What does "run through (money or something)" mean?
to spend money recklessly, to use up something wastefullyWe ran through a lot of money when we bought furniture for our new apartment.
a one-night stand
What does "a one-night stand" mean?
an activity that lasts only one nightThe rock band played several one-night stands last month.
can
What does "can" mean?
buttocks
Beard the lion in his own den
What does "Beard the lion in his own den" mean?
If you confront a powerful or dangerous rival on their territory, you are bearding the lion in his own den.
use one`s head/bean/noodle/noggin
What does "use one`s head/bean/noodle/noggin" mean?
think carefully about (something) You should use your head a little more and try not to make the same mistake again.
cojones
What does "cojones" mean?
testicles; guts (from Spanish)
the likes of (someone)
What does "the likes of (someone)" mean?
anyone like the person who you are talking aboutI really don't enjoy spending time with the likes of my neighbor.

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