American Idioms and Expressions

Vivor Idiom

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vivor
What does vivor mean?
survivor

Some Random Idioms
in hand
What does "in hand" mean?
in one's possession The man arrived at the airport with much cash in hand.

Big bucks
What does "Big bucks" mean?
If someone is making big bucks, they are making a lot of money.
come to a dead end
What does "come to a dead end" mean?
to be unable to go any further We kept driving on the dirt road until we came to a dead end.

buckle down to (do something) or buckle down and (do something)
What does "buckle down to (do something) or buckle down and (do something)" mean?
to make a big effort to do something, to give one's complete attention or effort to do something The teacher told the girl that she must buckle down and begin to work harder than before.

duby
What does "duby" mean?
marijuana
a tower of strength
What does "a tower of strength" mean?
a person who provides strong and reliable supportThe man has been a tower of strength to his sister since her husband died.
Champagne taste on a beer budget
What does "Champagne taste on a beer budget" mean?
Someone who lives above their means and likes things they cannot afford has champagne taste on a beer budget.
as well as
What does "as well as" mean?
in addition to"Please bring your swimming suit as well as your towel."
behind the times
What does "behind the times" mean?
to be old-fashionedMy aunt is behind the times.

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