American Idioms and Expressions

To Harp On (something) Idiom

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to harp on (something)
What does to harp on (something) mean?
to talk repeatedly and tediously about somethingHe has been harping on his lack of money for several weeks now.

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make an offer
What does "make an offer" mean?
to make a financial proposal for a product or serviceWe want to buy the house and we plan to make an offer on Saturday.
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What does "have a heart of gold" mean?
to be kind/generous/friendlyMy grandmother has a heart of gold and she is always willing to help a stranger.
drive (something) home
What does "drive (something) home" mean?
to make something clearly understoodThe high price of gasoline drove home to us the necessity of driving less.
put one's best foot forward
What does "put one's best foot forward" mean?
to act or appear at one's bestI tried to put my best foot forward when I talked to my boss about getting more money.
PUMG
What does "PUMG" mean?
puking up my guts (from laughing hard)
meat and potatoes
What does "meat and potatoes" mean?
basic simple and good food, simple tastesThe man is a meat-and-potatoes person who enjoys the simple pleasures of life.
Like a kid in a candy store
What does "Like a kid in a candy store" mean?
If someone is like a kid in a candy store, they are very excited about something.
Cut off your nose to spite your face
What does "Cut off your nose to spite your face" mean?
If you cut off your nose to spite your face, you do something rash or silly that ends up making things worse for you, often because you are angry or upset.
make a face (at someone)
What does "make a face (at someone)" mean?
to twist one's face into a strange expression in order to show dislike etc.The boy made a face at the girl in the hall.

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