American Idioms and Expressions

To Be Rolling In (something) Idiom

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to be rolling in (something) What does to be rolling in (something) mean?	to have large amounts of something (usually money)	My friend is rolling in money and never has to work.
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eat high on/off the hog What does "eat high on/off the hog" mean?	to eat good or expensive food	We were eating high off the hog during our ocean cruise.

Lower than a snake's belly in a wagon rut What does "Lower than a snake's belly in a wagon rut" mean?	If someone or something is lower than a snake's belly in a wagon rut, they are of low moral standing because a snake's belly is low and if the snake is in a wagon rut, it is really low.
come up to (someone or something) What does "come up to (someone or something)" mean?	to approach someone or something	The man came up to me and asked me for directions. come up with (something) - to produce/find/create a thought or idea or answer
hold one`s own (in an argument) What does "hold one`s own (in an argument)" mean?	defend one`s position	Although her boss is very aggressive she is able to hold her own in any dispute with him.
power behind the throne What does "power behind the throne" mean?	the person who controls the person who seems to be in charge of something	The general is the power behind the throne in the small country and he has much influence.
higher education What does "higher education" mean?	education after graduating from high school (usually college or university)	The government has recently invested a lot of money in higher education.
set great store on (someone or something) What does "set great store on (someone or something)" mean?	to like or value someone or something	Our company sets great store on their ability to attract good people.
four eyes What does "four eyes" mean?	an expression (often used by children) for someone who is wearing glasses	The children called their friend with the glasses four eyes.
sugar daddy What does "sugar daddy" mean?	a rich older man who gives money to a younger woman for her companionship	The woman went on a nice winter holiday with her sugar daddy.

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