American Idioms and Expressions

Shut (something) Off Idiom

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shut (something) off
What does shut (something) off mean?		 to make something like water or electricity stopWe always shut off the gas when we leave the house for more than a few minutes.

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bikini stuffers
What does "bikini stuffers" mean?		breasts (on a woman)
bail a company out
What does "bail a company out" mean?		 to help or rescue a company with financial problemsThe government bailed out the bank in order to maintain stability in the economy.
joined at the hip
What does "joined at the hip" mean?		 two people spending all their time together The two boys are joined at the hip and never spend any time apart.

come from far and wide
What does "come from far and wide" mean?		 to come from many different places The people came from far and wide to hear the new band.

in contempt of court
What does "in contempt of court" mean?		 in disobedience of the orders and authority of the court, in disrespect of the court process The man refused to answer the questions of the judge and was found to be in contempt of court.

off to one side
What does "off to one side" mean?		 to be beside something, to be moved a little away from somethingWe put the old chair off to one side while we tried to decide what to do with it.
Fall on your sword
What does "Fall on your sword" mean?		 If someone falls on their sword, they resign or accept the consequences of some wrongdoing.
Tipping point
What does "Tipping point" mean?		 Small changes may have little effect until they build up to critical mass, then the next small change may suddenly change everything. this is the tipping point.
break loose (from someone or something)
What does "break loose (from someone or something)" mean?		 to get away from someone or something that is holding youThe horse broke loose from the rope and began running through the town.
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