American Idioms and Expressions

Sleazoid Idiom

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sleazoid
What does sleazoid mean?		 sleazy; disgusting; having a bad reputation

Some Random Idioms
zonked
What does "zonked" mean?		drunk; intoxicatedHe was so zonked after the night of partying that we couldn't let him drive.
you are only young once
What does "you are only young once" mean?		 enjoy life while you are young and before you must face the responsibilities of lifeThe young man's grandmother believed that you are only young once and encouraged her grandson to do many new things in his life.
tapped out
What does "tapped out" mean?		 broke; having no money
yield the right-of-way
What does "yield the right-of-way" mean?		 give the right to turn or move to another vehicleWe were forced to yield the right-of-way to the fire engine at the intersection.
wired
What does "wired" mean?		 connected electronically using cable(s) or radio connections
when one is good and ready
What does "when one is good and ready" mean?		 when one is completely readyI decided not to go and see the supervisor until I was good and ready.
able to (do something) with one's eyes closed/shut
What does "able to (do something) with one's eyes closed/shut" mean?		to be able to do something very easilyThe car mechanic was able to fix my car with his eyes closed.
build a fire under (someone)
What does "build a fire under (someone)" mean?		 to stimulate someone to do something We keep trying to build a fire under our friend but he refuses to study or look for a job.

make a big deal about (something)
What does "make a big deal about (something)" mean?		 exaggerate the seriousness of somethingI wish that my friend would not make a big deal about every small problem.
cut two ways
What does "cut two ways" mean?		 to be capable of having two opposite effects, to produce advantages and disadvantagesMy decision to complain to our boss could cut two ways and cause him to be happy or angry with me.
pull a fast one on (someone)
What does "pull a fast one on (someone)" mean?		 to cheat/deceive someoneThey pulled a fast one on me when they sold me the broken stereo.
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