American Idioms and Expressions

Veg Out 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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veg out
What does veg out mean?
relax; take it easy; do very little

Some Random Idioms
superfly
What does "superfly" mean?
good; nice; excellent
Run it up the flagpole and see if anyone salutes
What does "Run it up the flagpole and see if anyone salutes" mean?
This idiom is used to suggest trying out an idea to see if people accept it.
heart is set against (something)
What does "heart is set against (something)" mean?
to be totally against somethingOur principal is set against expanding the music program in our school.
at sixes and sevens
What does "at sixes and sevens" mean?
to be lost and bewilderedWe were at sixes and sevens when we heard that the grocery store would close.
flip side
What does "flip side" mean?
opposite side of a phonograph (vinyl) record
Take the bull by its horns
What does "Take the bull by its horns" mean?
Taking a bull by its horns would be the most direct but also the most dangerous way to try to compete with such an animal. When we use the phrase in everyday talk, we mean that the person we are talking about tackles their problems directly and is not worried about any risks involved.
know which side one's bread is buttered
What does "know which side one's bread is buttered" mean?
to know what is most advantageous for youMy aunt knows which side her bread is buttered when she visits her sister.
not know shit about
What does "not know shit about" mean?
be ignorant; be unaware or useless
On the tip of your tongue
What does "On the tip of your tongue" mean?
If a word is on the tip of your tongue, you know you know the word, but you just can't quite remember it at the moment.
live on borrowed time
What does "live on borrowed time" mean?
continue to live/operate longer than circumstances would suggestMy old car has been living on borrowed time for a long time now.
keep (someone) out of one's hair
What does "keep (someone) out of one's hair" mean?
to keep someone from annoying or bothering youWe tried hard to keep the little boy out of our hair while we were preparing for the wedding.
squat
What does "squat" mean?
sit; sit down; sit and remain sitting

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