To be under fire
Idiom: to be under fire ; used as a verb First Example: Jen : What's going on in the office? It seems like everyone is being really s...
10 Uses of "Hot"
In honor of the weather in Los Angeles this week, here are ten different ways Americans use the word "hot." 1. at a very high temp...
On the Spur of the Moment
On the spur of the moment: to do something suddenly or without planning Context #1 Two students talking after class Vinnie: Hey, M...
On a Shoestring
Idiom: On a Shoestring – with a very small amount of money Context #1 Two student talking after class Vickey: Hey, Mac. Do you kn...
On one's own
Example #1 Natasha: Hey, Jackie! Thank you so much for sending me the e-mail regarding the next Summer trip! I wish I could join you guys, ...
Get cold feet
Context #1 Alicia: When are we going to get a new car? Brian: I don't know. We can't afford it now that you've stopped work. A...
In vain
Context #1: Mike: Have you heard from Richard? It's been a while since I've talked to him. Bryan: No, I can't get a hold of h...
