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Common phrases

Who will bell the cat?

Who will bell the cat?

24/05/2025, 14:26

The phrase "Who will bell the cat?" refers to proposing ... Learn more →

You cannot push a rope

You cannot push a rope

08/05/2025, 23:08

The phrase means that you cannot force something or someone ... Learn more →

Hands down

Hands down

02/05/2025, 14:45

An expression meaning "easily" or "without a doubt", often used ... Learn more →

Putting the cart before the horse

Putting the cart before the horse

29/04/2025, 13:08

The phrase "putting the cart before the horse" refers to ... Learn more →

Clothes don't make the man

Clothes don't make the man

22/04/2025, 00:47

The phrase "Clothes don't make the man" means that a ... Learn more →

The light is on but nobody is home

The light is on but nobody is home

07/04/2025, 23:17

The phrase means that someone appears to be physically present ... Learn more →

Business before pleasure

Business before pleasure

12/03/2025, 19:55

The phrase "Business before pleasure" means that one should prioritize ... Learn more →

A little learning is a dangerous thing

A little learning is a dangerous thing

08/03/2025, 09:44

The phrase "A little learning is a dangerous thing" suggests ... Learn more →

April showers bring forth May flowers

April showers bring forth May flowers

04/03/2025, 08:37

The phrase "April showers bring forth May flowers" means that ... Learn more →

It is better to light a candle than curse the darkness

It is better to light a candle than curse the darkness

24/02/2025, 15:17

This proverb means that it is more beneficial to take ... Learn more →