Yuck Idiom American Expressions and American Idioms

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yuck What does yuck mean?	horrible; terrible; disgusting
yuck What does yuck mean?	disgusting person or thing
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John Doe What does "John Doe" mean?	a name used for an unknown/average person	The application forms use the name "John Doe" as the name of a person who is applying for something.

put (something) on the table What does "put (something) on the table" mean?	to make something the topic of discussion	We put the issue of the new schedule on the table for discussion.
Under your breath What does "Under your breath" mean?	If you say something under your breath, you whisper or say it very quietly.
time and time again What does "time and time again" mean?	repeatedly, over and over	The teacher told the students time and time again that they must do their homework.
Man's best friend What does "Man's best friend" mean?	This is an idiomatic term for dogs.
confide in (someone) What does "confide in (someone)" mean?	to tell secrets or personal information to someone	I usually confide in my friend when I have a problem.
on hand What does "on hand" mean?	present	Our teacher is always on hand when we need someone to help us.

have (something) up one`s sleeve What does "have (something) up one`s sleeve" mean?	to have a secret plan or solution for something, to be ready for a time when something is needed	I do not know what my friend has up his sleeve but I am sure that he is planning to say something at the meeting.
cry wolf What does "cry wolf" mean?	to give a false alarm, to warn of a danger that is not there	The man is crying wolf. There is no danger that the electrical system will cause a fire.
Whet your appetite What does "Whet your appetite" mean?	If something whets your appetite, it interests you and makes you want more of it.

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Yuck Idiom