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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