Phrases & Expressions

A person or thing that has potential but lacks refinement or polish.

• He has the talent, but he's a real diamond in the rough.
• This old house is a diamond in the rough.

To investigate something thoroughly or research extensively.

• We need to dig deep into the company's finances.
• The reporter dug deep into the history of the old factory.

Getting deeply involved in a complex or strange topic, often online, losing track of time.

• I went down the rabbit hole researching ancient history.
• One video sent me down the rabbit hole for three hours.

To fail to do something you are responsible for, often through carelessness.

• He dropped the ball on this project.
• We can't afford to drop the ball now.

Eating more food because you are pregnant and feeding a baby as well.

• You don't need to be eating for two.
• My grandmother told me that I was eating for two now.

The end of an important period or activity.

• When the old cinema closed, everyone felt it was the end of an era.
• This marks the end of an era in aviation.

The condition of flying with one engine not working.

• The crew trained for engine out scenarios.
• An engine out landing requires careful planning.

To accept responsibility for something bad that you have done.

• You broke the vase, now you must face the music.
• If you keep missing work, sooner or later you'll have to face the music.

To experience financial hardship or difficulty.

• With rising prices, many families are feeling the pinch.
• He's feeling the pinch after losing his job.

To feel extremely happy and light.

• She was floating on air after getting the job.
• He felt like he was floating on air.