American Idioms and Expressions

Tune In Idiom

This database is a comprehensive collection of all the American idioms and slang available. American Idioms are many and varied. We hope you enjoy our collection. We are adding more all the time. .

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tune in
What does tune in mean?		 to get in touch with something important like one`s own feelings etc.The woman works hard to tune in to her feelings.

Some Random Idioms
make up (something/money/time)
What does "make up (something/money/time)" mean?		 do or supply something that is lacking, regain/repay somethingI had to make up the time that I was sick by working on Saturday.
in shambles
What does "in shambles" mean?		 in a messy stateThe house was in shambles after the two little boys played in it all day.
wine and dine (someone)
What does "wine and dine (someone)" mean?		 to treat someone to an expensive meal, to entertain someone in a lavish manner My uncle often has to wine and dine his important business clients.

eating Idioms



be with it
What does "be with it" mean?		 to be able to focus or concentrate on something The man is not with it and cannot understand what I am saying.

Man's best friend
What does "Man's best friend" mean?		 This is an idiomatic term for dogs.
follow orders
What does "follow orders" mean?		 to do as one has been instructed The soldiers were following orders when they attacked the village.

He'll rue the day
What does "He'll rue the day" mean?		 He'll rue the day that he crossed me. This means that the person will one day bitterly regret what they have done.
Rain on your parade
What does "Rain on your parade" mean?		 If someone rains on your parade, they ruin your pleasure or your plans.
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