Idioms
Common English idioms used in daily life, at work, and in exams, explained with meanings and examples.
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11 expressions found
The ball is in your court
It's your turn to take action or make a decision.
B2
Idiom
Business & Finance
Cut corners
To do something in the easiest or cheapest way, often lowering quality.
B2
Idiom
Business & Finance
In the red
In debt; losing money.
B2
Idiom
Business & Finance
In the black
Making a profit; not in debt.
B2
Idiom
Business & Finance
Break the bank
To cost a lot of money.
B2
Idiom
Business & Finance
Have a lot on your plate
To have many tasks or responsibilities to deal with.
B2
Idiom
Business & Finance
Keep an eye on the ball
To stay focused on what is important.
B2
Idiom
Business & Finance
Put your foot down
To firmly refuse to allow something or insist on something.
B2
Idiom
Business & Finance
Off the hook
No longer responsible for something or in trouble.
B2
Idiom
Business & Finance
Set in stone
Fixed and unable to be changed.
B2
Idiom
Business & Finance
Smooth sailing
A situation that progresses easily without problems.
B2
Idiom
Business & Finance
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