American Idioms and Expressions

Weasel Out Of Something Idiom

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weasel out of (something)
What does weasel out of (something) mean?
to not have to do something (like a weasel which can move through small openings) My friend was able to weasel out of going to the store for his mother.

weasel out of (something)
What does weasel out of (something) mean?
to decide not to do something in a sneaky way My friend weaseled out of helping us clean up the yard.


Some Random Idioms
great minds think alike
What does "great minds think alike" mean?
someone has the same idea or says the same thing as you do and at the same timeGreat minds think alike and just as I suggested that we go to a movie, my friend suggested the same thing.
buy a pig in a poke
What does "buy a pig in a poke" mean?
to buy something without seeing it or knowing if it will be satisfactoryIt is like buying a pig in a poke if you buy that car without first inspecting it.
early bird
What does "early bird" mean?
someone who arrives someplace early or starts something early I am an early bird and I like to arrive early at work every morning.

On the stump
What does "On the stump" mean?
When politicians are campaigning for support and votes, they are on the stump.
stock up on (something)
What does "stock up on (something)" mean?
to build up a supply of somethingWe are trying to stock up on wood before the winter.
kevork
What does "kevork" mean?
ban a person from a Web site or other place online

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