Category: Idiom of the Day

To give or relinquish something to someone very easily, without him or her having to work very hard to get or achieve it. Watch the video

To do something or perform some task with tremendous fervor, determination, energy, or forcefulness. An allusion to the force with which a blacksmith strikes metal using a hammer and tongs. Watch the video

A particularly poignant, memorable, or emotionally touching moment or event, i.e., one that would be well-suited to be captured in a photograph. Taken from an advertising slogan for Eastman Kodak photographic film and cameras. Sometimes used ironically or satirically. Watch the video

A particularly poignant, memorable, or emotionally touching moment or event, i.e., one that would be suitable as a greeting card. A reference to the Hallmark brand of greeting cards. Sometimes used ironically or satirically. Watch the video

Somewhat good, useful, or enjoyable, but not very; passable. Watch the video

Any small, weak, and/or insignificant person. Alludes to a pint, a unit of liquid measurement. Watch the video

The subjective, emotional element or dimension that influences a decision. Watch the video

To accelerate or increase speed suddenly or rapidly; to travel or move very quickly. Usually said while traveling in an automobile. Watch the video

A very strong and persistent feeling of guilt regarding something or some event. Watch the video

In baseball, a ball that is hit onto the ground and narrowly eludes two or more infielders, allowing the batter to take a base. It is said to have “eyes” because it seems to “see” its way between the two defensive players. Watch the video