Idioms Beginning With P
Page-Turner
Meaning:
A page-turner is an exciting book that’s easy to read, a book that’s difficult to put down.
Paddle One’s Own Canoe
Meaning:
To be able to act independently.
Pain in the Neck
Meaning:
Someone or something making your life difficult
Paint the Town Red
Meaning:
Go out drinking and partying
Par for the Course
Meaning:
What would normally be expected. This has a negative connotation.
Pass the Buck
Meaning:
Transfer a problem to someone else
Pass With Flying Colors
Meaning:
To succeed brilliantly, as on an exam or other test
Passing Fancy
Meaning:
A temporary interest or attraction
Pay Through the Nose (For Something)
Meaning:
Pay a large amount of money
Peaches and Cream
Meaning:
A situation, process, etc., that has no trouble or problems
Pecking Order
Meaning:
Hierarchy, rank of importance
Pencil Something In
Meaning:
Make tentative arrangements
Penny-Pinching
Meaning:
Frugal, avoiding expenses whenever possible
Pep Talk
Meaning:
An encouraging speech given to a person or group
Perfect Storm
Meaning:
A rare combination of disastrous occurrences
Pet Peeve
Meaning:
A small thing that you find particularly annoying
Pick a Fight
Meaning:
Intentionally provoke a conflict or fight with someone
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IDIOMS beginning with N