English Idioms

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Random Idioms

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Home is where the heart is

"Home is where the heart is" is an idiom that means that a person's family or loved ones are more important to them than any other place in the world. It suggests that people feel most comfortable and happy when they are surrounded by those who care for them.

Take turns

The idiom "take turns" refers to the act of alternating or sharing something or doing an activity together with someone else. It can also mean taking turns in a decision-making process or in the order of events that unfold.

Fill the bill

The idiom "fill the bill" means to meet or exceed expectations, requirements, or a standard set by someone or something else. It can also mean to completely satisfy or fulfill someone's needs or requests.

Topsy-turvy

The idiom "topsy-turvy" refers to a state of confusion, disorder, or chaos. It can also mean that something is upside down or disrupted. In its figurative sense, the phrase is used to describe a situation where everything seems to be out of place or completely unpredictable.

Year dot

The beginning of a new year or the start of something new.