English Idioms

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Random Idioms

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All and sundry

The idiom "all and sundry" is an adjective that refers to a large number or variety of things, usually in a general or unspecified manner. It is often used to describe a collection of items or people, rather than individual items or people.

On the horizon

"On the horizon" is an idiom that means something or someone is about to happen, occur, or appear in the near future. It's often used to describe a situation that's not yet certain but has potential to be significant or impactful.

Year dot

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

Beck and call

The idiom "beck and call" is used to describe a situation where someone is easily accessible or responsive, either because they are physically close by or because they have made it easy for others to reach them.

Black out

The idiom "black out" means to lose consciousness or to become unconscious due to lack of oxygen, injury, illness, or other reasons. It can also refer to a power outage that causes the lights and other electrical devices to go off.