English Idioms

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Raise the bar

The idiom "raise the bar" means to set a high standard, improve something, or make something more difficult. It can also mean to exceed expectations or challenge oneself to do better.

Off grid

The idiom "off grid" refers to a self-sufficient or independent way of living, free from the use of modern technology and infrastructure such as electricity, water, and internet. It can also refer to a person or thing that is not part of a larger system or network.

Down the drain

The idiom "down the drain" is used to describe something that has gone wrong or something that is lost forever. It can also be used to describe something that is no longer useful or valuable. The figurative meaning of the phrase is that it's gone for good, there's no coming back from it.

Tickled pink

The idiom "tickled pink" is used to describe a feeling of extreme pleasure, delight, or amusement. It can also be used to refer to someone who is happy or content with their current situation. This idiom has its roots in the 19th century and was first recorded in print in the 1860s.

Arm in arm

The idiom "arm in arm" means to walk or move together closely, usually holding hands or being physically close to one another. It can also refer to someone who is an intimate friend or confidant.