Category: Idiom of the Day

To learn how to do something competently or well after a certain period of practice or development. Watch the video

To receive permission to proceed with some action or task. Likened to the green light of a traffic signal. Watch the video

To understand the central, essential, or general matter of something, such as an argument, speech, concept, process, etc., without being proficient in the more specific details. Watch the video

A place or time of perfect, happy contentment, likened to the paradisiacal afterlife of Greek mythology. Watch the video

A thought or idea which is dispiriting, depressing, or traumatic. Watch the video

A sudden idea or moment of inspiration; a brainstorm. Watch the video

Feeling somewhat disoriented, phased, or out of touch with the world; spaced out. Watch the video

Advanced beyond one’s ability to understand or make sense of the subject matter or task at hand. Watch the video

The real and practical experiences of life, especially those involving hardship or adversity. Watch the video

Mistreated or abused; cheated; dejected. Often preceded by “feel.” Watch the video