Author Topic: IDIOM OF THE DAY  (Read 35 times)

Online MysteRy

IDIOM OF THE DAY
« on: May 06, 2025, 08:22:54 AM »


Meaning: To attempt to capture or control something elusive, intangible, or ever-changing

Example: Trying to understand his true intentions was like trying to bottle a shadow — no matter how close I got, they always slipped away.


Online MysteRy

Re: IDIOM OF THE DAY
« Reply #1 on: May 07, 2025, 06:32:18 AM »



Example: When the waiter got our order wrong for the third time, Jack just flew off the handle and started yelling.

« Last Edit: May 07, 2025, 06:34:14 AM by MysteRy »

Online MysteRy

Re: IDIOM OF THE DAY
« Reply #2 on: May 08, 2025, 06:20:23 AM »


Example:
Jenna keeps trying to change her boss’s mind about the project, but it’s like trying to catch the fog with a net he’s already made up his mind.