You Know That Saying ... (T/F?)

[Kätzchen]

Red Sky at night, Sailor's delight;
Red Sky in morning, Sailor take warning.

I love this timeless, classic idiom! It's simply a phrase by which people can relate to, as it concerns prediction of weather... meaning that if you see a gorgeous red sky at night, then it's a strong sign that good weather will follow the next day. Shakespeare once referred to it in the play, Venus and Adonis, as well.

This Sailor's proverb is mostly true, but to learn about other interesting ideas associated with this idiom, here's a great link to discover more:

https://www.loc.gov/rr/scitech/mysteries/weather-sailor.html

[homoe]

To Cast One's Bread Upon The Water

To act in generous ways because it's the right thing to do, and not because you think you'll earn an reward. To be generous, kind and loving in the face of opposition, because it's the right thing to do.

I had never heard of this one before now! I like it...

[homoe]

"Lock The Barn Door After The Horse Has Been Stolen"......



Take precautions after damage has occurred. An expressions of action that is useless because it comes too late.

[homoe]

"When Hell Freezes Over"...........................




If someone will do something until hell freezes over, they will do it for a very long time or for ever. Means that something will never happen.

[homoe]

"When Pigs Fly"......................


Very similar to idiom posted above. Something that will never occur. There is no chance of a certain thing ever happening!




Sidebar: Equating the flight of pigs with something impossible dates from the early 1600s, when several writers alleged that pigs fly with their tails forward.

[homoe]

"To Be All Ears"............





Meaning waiting eagerly to hear about something.

[homoe]

"Itchy Feet"............




To be restless and have a strong desire to travel.

[homoe]

"To Have A Finger In Every Pie.".............




To be involved in lots of different things.

[homoe]

"To Put Your Foot In It".............




To say something, usually by accident, which embarrasses or upsets someone.

[homoe]

" Have Your Head In The Clouds"..................



To be living in a fantasy, often used to describe people who are absentminded or impractical.

[homoe]

" Warms The Cockles Of Your Heart".......................


Something you see or hear that makes you feel happy because it shows that people can be kind and good.

[homoe]

"Knuckle Under"....



To submit to someone or something. Meaning to yield, give in to.

[homoe]

"Cut Off Your Nose To Spite Your Face"............



To do something, often times because you are angry, even if it is not in your best interest.

[homoe]

"To Jump Down Someone's throat"..........




To react angrily to something that someone says or does.

[homoe]

"Toe The Line"..............


To conform to certain rules or standards.

[homoe]

'Up To Scratch".......depending on region could also be "Up To Snuff"........




As good as what was expected, required, or demanded; satisfactory or adequate.

[Shystonefem]

A bird in the hand is worth two in the bush

[Kätzchen]

"When Pigs Fly"......................


Very similar to idiom posted above. Something that will never occur. There is no chance of a certain thing ever happening!




Sidebar: Equating the flight of pigs with something impossible dates from the early 1600s, when several writers alleged that pigs fly with their tails forward.

That's very interesting, homoe!

In my world, growing up and even today, the saying ....
When Pigs Fly..... has always meant that something good will happen and with unusual and extraordinary good luck!

:hk28:

[Shystonefem]

And this too shall pass....

[Kätzchen]

You can't stop this on a dime .... or ....You can't turn this on a dime ....or ... To turn on a dime

I just espied this catch-phrase, saying, idiom in another forum thread tonight. I've heard it used many times, in fact I've used it recently, while talking with ancillary service team members about the fact that it's not easy to get everybody on the same page in a short time frame. I caught myself using this saying that "you can't turn this thing on a dime...".

What it means is that you've got multiple parties of interest participating towards achieving goals within the context of an group setting. It takes time to coordinate efforts to accomplish and complete the transactional nature of any particular given goal.

To "turn on dime" means something is readily accomplished, when in reality it takes time.

[homoe]

I really think a lot of idioms have different meanings regions to regions which only seems logical!

Back in the Midwest, to turn on a dime meant that things can change or did change in a moments notice. I've noticed other idioms posted here that have meant different things as well. I think it's very interesting:hangloose:

[homoe]

"In The Blink Of An Eye"...




If something happens or is done in the blink of an eye, it happens or is done very quickly. So quickly as to seem almost imperceptible.

[homoe]

"Don't Be Such A Stick In The Mud".............


A person unwilling to participate in activities; a curmudgeon or party pooper.

[homoe]

" BLIND AS A BAT"..........


Someone who refuses to notice an obvious thing. An unwillingness to recognize problems or bad things.


Sidebar: Bats are not really blind....:giggle:

[Mopsie]

"That sticks in my craw"


Stick in one's craw: to cause considerable or abiding resentment; rankle: She said I was pompous, and that really stuck in my craw.

[Kätzchen]

"That sticks in my craw"


Stick in one's craw: to cause considerable or abiding resentment; rankle: She said I was pompous, and that really stuck in my craw.

Southern members of mY family say this, allllll the time!

" BLIND AS A BAT"..........


Someone who refuses to notice an obvious thing. An unwillingness to recognize problems or bad things.


Sidebar: Bats are not really blind....:giggle:

<<<<<~~LQQKS @ homoe..... :eyebat: :bow: :blush: :giggle:

[homoe]

"To Have A Burr Under My Saddle"..........




To be irritated by something or someone. Someone or something that is a constant cause of trouble or annoyance.

Sidebar: Once someone told me I was a burr under their saddle, it was rather hurtful I must say.........

[homoe]

Southern members of mY family say this, allllll the time!



<<<<<~~LQQKS @ homoe..... :eyebat: :bow: :blush: :giggle:



:giggle: WHY you looking at ME? You can't see anything anyways.......:giggle:

[Kätzchen]

:giggle: WHY you looking at ME? You can't see anything anyways.......:giggle:

LMAO!

<<<<<<<<~~~ I see you purrfectly, so there, silly butch bunny boi! :giggle: :eyebat: :bow: :hk28:

[homoe]

"More Power To Your Elbow"........




This is said to express praise or encouragement to someone for doing something. Acknowledging a well done job.

[homoe]

"Having A Cast Iron Stomach".......



If you can eat all sorts of food, and drink what you like, without any indigestion, discomfort or bad effects.

[homoe]

"Put Something On The Long Finger....




If you put something on the long finger, you postpone it indefinitely.

[homoe]

"Actions Speak Louder Than Words".......................




Actions are more revealing of one's true character since it is easy to say things or make promises, but it takes effort to do things and follow through.

[homoe]

'Make Hay While The Sun Shines"...........




To take advantage of favorable conditions; to make the most of an opportunity when it is available!

[homoe]

"A Rolling Stone Gathers No Moss"...............




By not staying in one stay you gather or cultivate very little if not anything.


Sidebar: A rolling stone gathers no moss is an old proverb, credited to Publilius Syrus, who in his Sententiae states, people who are always moving, with no roots in one place or another, avoid responsibilities and cares.

[Kätzchen]

Homoe????

Thank you for all the posts you've made about all kinds of sayings and idioms and proverbs! I appreciate you, so very much! :hk28:

[homoe]

"Laugh, And The World Laughs With You; Weep, And You Weep Alone"...



People prefer cheerfulness in others. A person who is cheerful will have company, but someone who is gloomy will often be alone.


Sidebar: Ella Wheeler Wilcox, a poet of the late nineteenth and early twentieth centuries, is the author of this saying.

"Laugh, and the world laughs with you; Weep, and you weep alone; For the sad old earth must borrow its mirth, But has trouble enough of its own".
This is Wilcox's exact quote!

[homoe]

"Fait Accompli"....................





A decision that has already been made or something that has already been accomplished or completed.

[Kätzchen]

Homoe, what about phrases of thought which are only uttered through mnemomic device ....like the hook signature melody from the movie, Jaws???

Mnemonic Device (definition): Techniques an person uses to help improve one's ability to remember. It's an memory technique to help your brain to better encode and recall important information.

No words are spoken. Yet, in particular cases, the hook signature line of an orchestral arrangement, in this case it's from the movie Jaws, which invokes the signal that there is something scary going on--- something that isn't always readily seen by the human eye.

lV8i-pSVMaQ

[C0LLETTE]

Horrible depressing "monkey chatter" that assaults your brain in the early morning hours when you first wake up.

Dump that crap. That's why you have a glorious happy day ahead of you.

[homoe]

"To Be Completely In The Dark".......................


To be uninformed about someone or something; ignorant about someone or something

[homoe]

"No Good Deed Goes Unpunished".............



This means that people can do or try to do good things and still end up in a lot of trouble.No matter who is being helped, what assistance is offered, the circumstances surrounding the gesture or the nature of the actual support offered there will ALWAYS be a hidden penalty inflicted on the provider.

Sidebar: I believe this is a quote attributed to Oscar Wilde

[Kätzchen]

"No Good Deed Goes Unpunished".............



This means that people can do or try to do good things and still end up in a lot of trouble.No matter who is being helped, what assistance is offered, the circumstances surrounding the gesture or the nature of the actual support offered there will ALWAYS be a hidden penalty inflicted on the provider.

:giggle: :blush: :eyebat:

I sure hope the Cubs come back and give those Dodgers something to think about, in their next game. :|

[homoe]

"The Road To Hell Is Paved With Good Intentions"...........



Meaning that people often intend to do good things but in fact do not, often because they are lazy or just don't follow thru.

[homoe]

"Dead As A Door Nail".......................




Finished, dead, done!

[Kätzchen]

....Dead as an door nail ....

This is one of many similes that puts emphasis on an adjective.

It also refers to the big heavy studded nails used in medieval doors, which generally sat underneath the huge brass door knocker's.

[homoe]

"Miss The Boat".........................




If you miss the boat, you are too late to take advantage of an opportunity.

[homoe]

"Go The Extra Mile".......................




If someone is prepared to go the extra mile, they will do everything they can to help or to make something succeed, going beyond their duty what could be expected of them.

[Kätzchen]

"Go The Extra Mile".......................




If someone is prepared to go the extra mile, they will do everything they can to help or to make something succeed, going beyond their duty what could be expected of them.

I love this saying! Years ago, a small company I worked for used to give out awards to employees who went above and beyond the call of duty and called it The Extra Mile Award. If you earned that award, which I did on several occasions, your name was highlighted in the monthly company newsletter to employees and if you earned enough 'outstanding extra mile awards' the company would promote you or give you an annual raise worth more than an regular annual raise in pay or treat you to an undisclosed surprise at the end of the year (usually right after Christmas). :balloon:

The Extra Mile Award was based on client feedback to company headquarters private phone call centers concerning I'll treatment toward company clients or Extra Mile service given to loyal company clients. It was a really good program based on meeting or exceeding client needs and ensuring client loyalty.

[homoe]

"Above And Beyond The Call Of Duty".........




More than what is expected of someone. Exceeding the expectations of one's job, position, or role.

[homoe]

I love this saying! Years ago, a small company I worked for used to give out awards to employees who went above and beyond the call of duty and called it The Extra Mile Award. If you earned that award, which I did on several occasions, your name was highlighted in the monthly company newsletter to employees and if you earned enough 'outstanding extra mile awards' the company would promote you or give you an annual raise worth more than an regular annual raise in pay or treat you to an undisclosed surprise at the end of the year (usually right after Christmas). :balloon:

Very nice!
However in this day and age in the work place it seems one must always go above and beyond the call of duty and then you still might come into work one day and be told " SO SORRY your position has been eliminated" I am SO glad to be out of that friggin rat race!

[homoe]

"Rat Race".........................


A rat race is an endless, self-defeating, or pointless pursuit. It conjures up the image of lab rats racing through a maze to get the "cheese" much like society racing to get ahead financially.

The term is commonly associated with an exhausting, repetitive lifestyle that leaves no time for relaxation or enjoyment.

[Kätzchen]

Very nice!
However in this day and age in the work place it seems one must always go above and beyond the call of duty and then you still might come into work one day and be told " SO SORRY your position has been eliminated" I am SO glad to be out of that friggin rat race!

my current workplace campus of the past three years is a much more sophisticated type of work place in that there is layer upon layer of accountability between an variety of workplace agencies (federal, state, private practice or small business to regional or national business enterprise) which is essential to maintaining harmony between neighboring businesses or the clientele which sustains any business on campus.

HR among all campus businesses maintain exceptional organizational attention to client needs as well as intercultural, multicultural and an wide diversity of employment practices.

Most of my work life has been centered upon service based industry, so it's an welcoming opportunity for me to highlight my caché of professional skills. :balloon: :blush: :bow:

[homoe]

"Idle Hands Are The Devil's Workshop"........




When one has nothing to do, one is more likely to get into trouble.



Sidebar: There are several Bible verses pertaining to this as well.

[homoe]

"In A Nutshell"................................






Concisely and condensed. In as few words as possible! You say in a nutshell when you are describing something very briefly.

[homoe]

"To Keep An Eye Open For"......................



To remain alert and watchful for someone or something.

[C0LLETTE]

I've never been employed...ie I've been self employed for about 50 years. The only rat race I really know personally is that of the world of homo and femo-sexuals who see opportunity to exploit the loneliness and kindness of others. It's a race to devour vulnerability. Rats are the detestable, sociopathic creeps amongst us and those who try to invade our "planet" because we are such vulnerable and open emotional beings.

[homoe]

"To Keep An Eye On Someone"..................





To watch someone! Watching someone you just don't trust or have a good feeling about!

[C0LLETTE]

Far as I can figure, this is the right thread. Never occurred to me that "rat race" only referred to "job" situations. I was simply suggesting that "rat race" is also useable in terms of where we struggle in communities of relationships where primacy is often based on "doing what it takes" to "get along" and pleasing
some so get accepted amongst others, and to have had the courage to "step out".

To me, "rat race" is the obverse of being drowned at the bottom of an unaccepted, pool that you just didn't have the social skills to avoid.

I'll make it simple...so many of our most wonderful, interesting and surviving Sisters got left behind behind they when they simply couldn't find a way to do more than be tossed into the mass of "interesting" examples used by "successful leaders of the movement in their own rise to the top.

[homoe]

"Bite Off More Than You Can Chew"..............




To take on more responsibility than one can handle.

[Chad]

"Bite Off More Than You Can Chew"..............




To take on more responsibility than one can handle.

I live that everyday! Haha.

[Kätzchen]

"The Blind Leading The Blind"............




A situation in which an incompetent person tries to guide or teach those who are equally incompetent!

goodness sakes!

I have an lifelong friend who is blind and I've actually had an blind anesthetist on two occasions. My blind friend and those two blind medical professionals have better sight seeing abilities than those who are not sight impaired. :blush: :balloon: :bow:

[homoe]

'Bite Your Tongue' .................


Keeping yourself from saying something! Holding some restraint for responding either in a nasty or sarcastic way to something being said you disagree with.

[homoe]

"Serious As A Heart Attack"..............



To show that you are serious, and not joking.

[homoe]

"Right On The Money"...........


To be 100% correct about something.

[homoe]

"Willy-Nilly".............





Lacking or without thought, order, or reason; haphazard.

[homoe]

"Life Is What You Make It".....................



Meaning allowing a person to accept the ills of their life, whatever those might be, with grace, knowing that with effort, or wisdom, those ills can be surmounted, or even changed into something positive.


Sidebar: A similar quote, “Life is what you make it. Always has been, always will be” is attributed to Eleanor Roosevelt.

[cathexis]

Be someone's shadow (with a negative perveived outcome)

(follow them around to get dirt...gossip) around for the purpose of gathering gossip for rumors.

[homoe]

"You Reap What You Sow"........




Your actions dictate the consequences.

Sidebar: The phrase is Biblical in origin.

[homoe]

"You Bet Your Sweet Life"!............




You can be absolutely certain of something or a certain outcome!

[cathexis]

Hot off the press. Late breaking news or an office revelation to which you and a few others are "in the know."

Special news that the boss has given to a few select employees.
Either your very lucky or most likely have done a good job!


Scuttlebutt is similar, but refers to military gossip.

Comrad- started as a way USSR military referred to each other. Still used in Russia and those countries who are Socialist. Also, used between 2 or more members who happen to be Socialist regardless of party or individual political views. Can also be used jokingly amongst other groups of people.


Lighting up an area-use of napalm (illegal after Vietnam), but still used. It is gelatinized fossil fuel which spays out to burn everything within it's reach. A weapon controlled by men.

[homoe]

"You Bet Your Sweet Life"!............




You can be absolutely certain of something or a certain outcome!

I've also heard this as "You Can Bet Your Sweet Ass"... maybe it's a regional thing?

[homoe]

"Off To The Salt Mines"..............."Back To The Salt Mines"


Resume work, usually with some reluctance! Cliché time to return to work, school, or something else that might be unpleasant task.



Sidebar: This term alludes to the Russian practice of punishing prisoners by sending them to work in the salt mines of Siberia.

[homoe]

" Back In The Day"..........




Used for talking about a time in the past, usually when you are remembering nice things about that time period/frame.

[homoe]

"See You In The Funny Papers"...............



Refers to the comics section of the newspaper. Was a light hearted way to say goodbye, see you later, in the 1920s through WWII. Not derogatory at all. Could be used with a friend or casual acquaintance. Just a breezy way to say our lives are crazy, like the characters in the comics.

[homoe]

Method To My Madness.............




An assertion that, despite one's approach seeming random, there actually is structure to it.

[homoe]

" Something Straight From The Horse's Mouth".....




To hear something from an authoritative source.

[homoe]

"A Cakewalk"........................


A task that is easily, effortlessly, or certain to be accomplished.

[Esme nha Maire]

"Red sky in morning, sailor take warning;
Red sky at night, sailor's delight," ~ Sailor's Proverb.


For the most part, I think this saying is true. But I've seen some awesome sunrise's in startling shades of pinks or reds, yet the day remains exceptionally beautiful. I think what the saying infers is that we remain aware of our surroundings. I think an added caveat would be that anything is possible, so enjoy life, be cognizant of our present state of mind, and cherish our delights.



Hi Katzchen! It's actually a piece of weather knowledge that,appears in the Bible, and has some validity anywhere where the weather in the main comes in from the west. See https://www.metoffice.gov.uk/learning/learn-about-the-weather/how-weather-works/red-sky-at-night for a proper explanation.

[homoe]

"Third Time’s A Charm".........





Meaning the third time you do something it will finally work.

[homoe]

"Not Born Yesterday"





Experienced, not naive or easily fooled.

[homoe]

"I Might Of Been Born At Night, Just Not Last Night".........





Very similar to the above post. Conveying to someone you're not that naive!

[C0LLETTE]

"I Might Of Been Born At Night, Just Not Last Night".........





Very similar to the above post. Conveying to someone you're not that naive!

see these gray hairs, they aren't premature.

[homoe]

"Have Been Around The Block.......




To have experience, either in a particular area or in one's life overall.

A person who has had sexual relations numerous times before.

[C0LLETTE]

"Have Been Around The Block.......




To have experience, either in a particular area or in one's life overall.

A person who has had sexual relations numerous times before.

not my first rodeo.

[Kätzchen]

"Not Born Yesterday"





Experienced, not naive or easily fooled.

One of my favorite sayings, for sure!!! :hangloose:

<<<<<<~~ I say this a lot, to people who presume I am an wallflower (or some such thing).

[Sweet Bliss]

Method To My Madness.............




An assertion that, despite one's approach seeming random, there actually is structure to it.


More than one way to skin a cat... (ewwwww)

[homoe]

More than one way to skin a cat... (ewwwww)

My mom used this saying all the time! We didn't have any cats so.......LMAO

[Sweet Bliss]

"Have Been Around The Block.......




To have experience, either in a particular area or in one's life overall.

A person who has had sexual relations numerous times before.

He/She has been around the block a few times....

usually means someone with years of experience, and sadly look upon with judgement.

As if it lessens one's character.

[homoe]

"IF It Ain't Broke, Don't Fix It"..............





If something works fine why mess with it or try and improve or change it for Christsakes leave it alone!

[homoe]

There's More To The Story Than Meets The Eye".........




A hidden significance, greater than is first apparent. There may be some hidden fact that has yet to be revealed!

[Kätzchen]

The Rest of the Story....

Radio personality Paul Harvey used to have an daily two-part radio show....remember when he'd start his show in the morning with an interesting little heard of or even a more well known story? Then come back in the late afternoon to finish his radio show by giving radio listeners The rest of the story???

Paul Harvey coined this term for his radio show and when it's used in everyday vernacular, the iconicity of his radio personality is immediately associated with this phrase (indexicality).

[C0LLETTE]

My mom used this saying all the time! We didn't have any cats so.......LMAO

A Black Cat crossing your path is bad luck.

Never really understood this one but I think it comes from Middle Ages when an old unmarried woman crossing your path was bad luck and great "burnable" material.

[homoe]

"It'll All Come Out In The Wash".............




No permanent or lasting effects will occur as a result; things will normalize over time. A lie or other secret will be uncovered eventually.

[C0LLETTE]

"It'll All Come Out In The Wash".............




No permanent or lasting effects will occur as a result; things will normalize over time. A lie or other secret will be uncovered eventually.

It's a wash.

[homoe]

"Hurry Up Slowpoke" or..."Come Along Slowpoke"




Someone who moves or does things in a particularly slow or sluggish manner; someone who is or has been dawdling.

[C0LLETTE]

"Hurry Up Slowpoke" or..."Come Along Slowpoke"




Someone who moves or does things in a particularly slow or sluggish manner; someone who is or has been dawdling.

Get your ass in gear.

[homoe]

"Shake A Leg"..................





To get a move on! Hurry Up.Make a start; rouse oneself.

[homoe]

"Hurry Up And Wait" .......


Is a humorous phrase used to refer to the situation in which one is forced to hurry in order to complete a certain task, or arrive at a certain destination, by a specified time; only for nothing to happen at that time, often because other required tasks are still awaiting completion.

Move quickly and then have to wait for something or someone else.

[Chad]

"IF It Ain't Broke, Don't Fix It"..............





If something works fine why mess with it or try and improve or change it for Christsakes leave it alone!

I say that all the time. Haha.😊

[homoe]

"To Go To Bat For Someone"...............





You support or help someone when they need it.

[Kätzchen]

.....Cream of the Crop.....

Cream rises to the top of milk, which always fascinated me as a young girl because milking cows on our dairy farm took up early morning and late afternoon's, which didn't leave much time for anything else. BUT,,,,,, the idiom cream of the crop largely refers to the best of the best ..... Crème de la Crème.

[C0LLETTE]

.....Cream of the Crop.....

Cream rises to the top of milk, which always fascinated me as a young girl because milking cows on our dairy farm took up early morning and late afternoon's, which didn't leave much time for anything else. BUT,,,,,, the idiom cream of the crop largely refers to the best of the best ..... Crème de la Crème.

C'est la vie...ok, but does it really have to be that way?

[Kätzchen]

C'est la vie...ok, but does it really have to be that way?

I have NO idea, but it appears to occur quite often, lol. :balloon:

[C0LLETTE]

I have NO idea, but it appears to occur quite often, lol. :balloon:

must be deja vu

[Kätzchen]

.....Dèjá Vu......

Very similar to the lyrics of an song popularized by Dionne Warwick, the phrase Dèjá Vu is typically associated with unusual psychological phenomena pertaining to something currently happening, which was experienced in the past in nearly the same way (an recollection of memory).

[cathexis]

Ran into this saying at my Partner's brother's house. It was said to a dog who was misbehaving. Had never heard it before, and laughed myself crazy.

He is a redhead and so am I.

"I'm going to beat you like a redheaded stepchild if you don't stop doing that right now."

"Beat you like a redheaded stepchild" is apparently a regionalism here in the NY North Country.

[homoe]

"Strike While The Iron Is Hot"..............



To act on an opportunity promptly while favorable conditions exist; to avoid waiting.

[homoe]

"Safety In Numbers"...................




If you say that there is safety in numbers, you mean that you are safer doing something if there are a lot of people doing it rather than doing it alone. The idea that one is less likely to be harmed while in a group than by oneself.

[homoe]

"Opening A Can Of Worms"...............



A situation that, once started, is likely to become problematic. To attempt to solve one problem, or to do something, that creates a whole litany of other problems that were not there in the first place.

[Kätzchen]

"Opening A Can Of Worms"...............



A situation that, once started, is likely to become problematic. To attempt to solve one problem, or to do something, that creates a whole litany of other problems that were not there in the first place.

That's definitely an journalistic writing cliché, for sure!
Kind of like "Pandora's Box".... which finds its mythological roots in the same vein as Aesop fables, I imagine! :hangloose:

[homoe]

"You Make A Better Door Than You Do A Window"....




Someone is playfully or politely trying to tell you that you are blocking or obstructing their view.

[homoe]

"Now You're Cooking With Gas".....................



Generally referring to someone going from average mental output to a better, more genius level of thought.

Sidebar:
Gas cookers began to replace wood-burners around 1915, and the actual phrase was used by Hollywood radio comedians around December 1939, and then appropriated by gas companies to promote gas cooking from around 1941 onwards. The phrase has been attributed to Deke Houlgate, who after working in the gas industry, wrote the line for Bob Hope

[homoe]

"Putting Your Best Foot Forward



Meaning to act or appear at one's best; to try to make a good impression.

[homoe]

"Stick To Your Guns"................




To refuse to compromise or change your mind. To remain determined, resolute, or steadfast in one's opinion, belief, or perspective; to refuse to be persuaded by someone else into believing or doing something one does not agree with.

[homoe]

"If You Can't Stand The Heat, Get Out Of The Kitchen"..........



If you can't cope with or handle the pressure in a given situation, you should remove yourself from that situation. Typically used to imply that the one being addressed is weak or unsuited for such a demand.

[homoe]

"Make Hay While The Sun Shines".................



If you have an opportunity to do something, do it before the opportunity expires.

[homoe]

"Fish Or Cut Bait"......................



Work productively on something or give up.

[homoe]

"Having A Field Day".....................


Meaning to experience freedom from one's usual work schedule; to have a very enjoyable time.

A great time or a great deal to do; sometimes at somebody else's expense.

[homoe]

"How Do You Like Them Apples".......................



A phrase used to draw attention to one's cleverness or superiority to the one being addressed, especially after a recent triumph!

Sidebar: One of the best uses of this idiom was in the movie Good Will Hunting IMHO

[C0LLETTE]

" Hello---ooooo!"

In this form "hello" a greeting becomes an insult implying that you're too dumb to understand what's been said.

[homoe]

"In A Nutshell"...............


To summarize or describe something in only a few words. In summary; concisely.




Sidebar: The phrase originated from the Roman writer Pliny, who in 77 AD (?) described a copy of Homer's Iliad was in such a tiny hand that it could fit into the shell of a nut.Dec 31, 2014

[homoe]

" Hello---ooooo!"

In this form "hello" a greeting becomes an insult implying that you're too dumb to understand what's been said.

I LOVE LOVE LOVE using this especially in written form, then I can Capitalize all the letters and put a space between them for emphasis's..

[homoe]

"A Race To The Finish Line"......................



To finish, complete, or leave (something) at a successful, impressive, or climactic point; to beat someone else at a completed task.

[homoe]

"The Jig Is Up"................




The plan or scheme has been discovered and/or thwarted; the game, trick, or deception is at an end.

[homoe]

"In The Home Stretch"...............





Meaning in the last stages of a task or process.

[homoe]

"Putting The Cart Before The Horse"...........



To do things out of the proper order. Reverse the accepted or logical order of the way things are usually done.

[homoe]

"Walking On Eggshells"...................



To be overly careful in dealing with a person or situation because they get angry or offended very easily; to try very hard not to upset someone or something. To be careful and sensitive, in handling very sensitive matters.

[homoe]

"One Hand Tied Behind Your Back"......................


Meaning you are able to do something easily.

[Kätzchen]

"Red sky in morning, sailor take warning;
Red sky at night, sailor's delight," ~ Sailor's Proverb.


For the most part, I think this saying is true. But I've seen some awesome sunrise's in startling shades of pinks or reds, yet the day remains exceptionally beautiful. I think what the saying infers is that we remain aware of our surroundings. I think an added caveat would be that anything is possible, so enjoy life, be cognizant of our present state of mind, and cherish our delights.


-------------------------------------.
New fun & fluff game:

A) List an colloquial saying; and then,
B) state whether you think it's true or false and then state why you think it's true or false.
C) Have fun, enjoy! : )

This is my favorite colloquial saying, the Sailor's Proverb:

Red sky in morning, Sailor take warning.
Red sky at night, Sailor's delight. :bunchflowers:

[cathexis]

Better safe, than sorry. (one of my favorite sayings)

Definitely true.


Is this how we play now? Just checking.

[homoe]

Better safe, than sorry. (one of my favorite sayings)

Definitely true.


Is this how we play now? Just checking.

Yup, and often times I don't even answer if it's true or false........:giggle:

[homoe]

"Be-careful What You Wish For, You Just Might Get It"...........


If you get things that you desire, there may be unforeseen and unpleasant consequences.

This can also be a double edge sword meaning if you wish for something if the wish is granted you may regret getting it after all in the long run.

[homoe]

"Sweep Something Under The Rug/Carpet"...............




Meaning to hide something damaging or unpleasant and try to keep it secret.

[homoe]

"Cry Wolf"...................


Calling for help when you really don't need it!

[homoe]

"Shape Up Or Ship Out"...................




Meaning to start performing better or leave.

[homoe]

"Go Down In Flames".........................



Meaning to end or fail suddenly and spectacularly!

[homoe]

"Sell Someone Out" "Sold Someone Out"................





Meaning to snitch on someone, or let their secret out.

[homoe]

"To Be Tickled Pink".............




Meaning to be excited and happy!

[homoe]

"A Baker's Dozen".................


Thirteen.

Sidebar: It's widely believed that this phrase originated from the practice of medieval English bakers giving an extra loaf when selling a dozen in order to avoid being penalized for selling short weight. This is an attractive story and, unlike many that inhabit the folk memory, it appears to be substantially true.

[homoe]

"Someone Up There Loves Me"............................




It's often said when someone feels extremely fortunate or lucky. Refers to the idea of good fortune being bestowed upon one by a higher power.

[homoe]

"For The Love Of Pete".................





A mild oath of shock, exasperation, annoyance, frustration, or anger, with "Pete" being a euphemistic substitution for "God."

[homoe]

"Good Things Come To Those Who Wait".........


If you are patient you will get what you want.




Sidebar: It's an English phrase extolling the virtue of patience. The related phrase "all things come to those who wait" was used by Violet Fane in 1892.

[homoe]

"Good Things Come In Small Packages".....



Often the things that have the most value or quality are small; the size of something does not always properly indicate its value.

[C0LLETTE]

"Good Things Come In Small Packages".....



Often the things that have the most value or quality are small; the size of something does not always properly indicate its value.

Take a hike...buzz off.

[homoe]

"I Think Thou Doth Protest Too Much"...........................





Overly insistent about something, to the point where the opposite is most likely true.

[C0LLETTE]

"I Think Thou Doth Protest Too Much"...........................





Overly insistent about something, to the point where the opposite is most likely true.

"Chill"...wtf does that mean? It certainly isn't calming.

[homoe]

"Whatever"...............



I guess this is used to note exasperation at/of a situation. Used when two opposing view points clash.

[homoe]

"Chill"...wtf does that mean? It certainly isn't calming.

I have never liked anyone telling me to chill!

To me it means "shut up, I don't value your input"!

[homoe]

"Whatever"...............



I guess this is used to note exasperation at/of a situation. Used when two opposing view points clash.

Also I've never enjoyed this idiom as well! To me it means to silence someone.. as "I don't wish to engage anymore with you" but in a snarky way.

[homoe]

Not sure if this is an idiom, saying, or just something my mother made up, but regardless it cracked me up every time she said it.............

"They Walk Away With The Whole Dam Pig While I'm Fighting To Get A Pork Chop Sandwich"..............:giggle:
I sort of have my own meaning but I'd be interested in others takes on what the meaning could/may be as well!

[homoe]

"Apple Of My Eye"....................



The phrase apple of my eye refers to something or someone that one cherishes above all others.

Sidebar: Its meaning does indeed derive from an expression signifying the pupil of the eye, one of the most sensitive parts of the body.

[cathexis]

Chill: A reference to how one is departing information that they wish another to consider. If the espouser of said information is being loud, crass, acting below one's stature, or vulgar, it is meant to make the one being loud and obnoxious realize and adjust the offensive behavior.


Sidebar: A common legal expression spoken from an attorney to a judge with the opposing legal called into witness what is said.

Vernacular use of sidebar is commonly to permit all sides of a case to be made aware of information relevant to the case as it pertains to the tenets of the case as being presented.

[Kätzchen]

Not sure if this is an idiom, saying, or just something my mother made up, but regardless it cracked me up every time she said it.............

"They Walk Away With The Whole Dam Pig While I'm Fighting To Get A Pork Chop Sandwich"..............:giggle:
I sort of have my own meaning but I'd be interested in others takes on what the meaning could/may be as well!

homoe??? Your mom's expression? Was she an Seinfeld fan too??? I ask, because it sounds like something straight out of any episode on that show! Like, maybe Kramer, Seinfeld or George might have said something like that! :giggle:

"Apple Of My Eye"....................



The phrase apple of my eye refers to something or someone that one cherishes above all others.

Sidebar: Its meaning does indeed derive from an expression signifying the pupil of the eye, one of the most sensitive parts of the body.

I like this expression, very much.... :awww:
..... it's another favorite saying and I'm glad to see it posted here! :)

[cathexis]

Another favorite...

Haste makes waste (and it indeed does).

One who attempts to hurry (without merit) causes one to stop

retrace and repeat the blunder made by rushing. :blush:

[homoe]

'Straight from the horse's mouth'...............




From the highest authority.

[homoe]

"Horse Of A Different Color"....................




Something completely different or separate, especially in comparison to something else.

[homoe]

"Dark Horse"..................





Someone who unexpectedly wins a competition. A candidate who wins when all odds were against it.

[homoe]

"Don't Change Horses In Midstream"................






It's unwise to alter methods or choose new leaders during a crisis. Stay the course, don't make changes at crucial times.

[homoe]

"Enough To Choke A Horse"...................





A huge or excessive amount.

[homoe]

"Hold Your Horses".............



Stop what you're doing: often times because you are moving too quickly or not thinking correctly.

[homoe]

"I Could Eat A Horse".................




A phrase used when one is very hungry!

[homoe]

"Never Look A Gift Horse In The Mouth"............

​
Said to advise someone not to refuse something good that is being offered out of love and kindness.

[homoe]

"Mrs. Astor's Plush Horse"...............


Ostentatious.




Sidebar:Mrs. William Astor, the leader of New York society at the end of the 19th century, was not one to spare any expense in clothing, furnishings, or other accoutrements of the Good Life.

[homoe]

"You Can Lead A Horse To Water But You Can't Make It Drink It".........






Even favorable circumstances can't force one to do something one doesn't want to. Used to emphasize that you can make it easy for someone to do something, but you cannot force them to do it.

And yes I found a whole page of horse idioms .........:hangloose:

This now concludes the horse section of idioms for the time being at least!

[homoe]

"Fist to cuffs"..................



To come to blows with someone! A fist fight.


Sidebar: The word "fisticuffs" dates back to the early 17th century, combining "fistic" (related to fighting with the fists) and "cuff" which (still) means a punch. Fisty cuffs became fisticuffs.

[homoe]

"Full Of Beans"..........



To be nonsensical. To be very energetic. Sometimes used to relay a person is fibbing. This is similar to "Full of Hot Air" kinda sorta!

[Kätzchen]

"You Can Lead A Horse To Water But You Can't Make It Drink It".........


Even favorable circumstances can't force one to do something one doesn't want to. Used to emphasize that you can make it easy for someone to do something, but you cannot force them to do it.

And yes I found a whole page of horse idioms .........:hangloose:

This now concludes the horse section of idioms for the time being at least!

Hey, I just LOVE horses and all the horse idioms you found! :)
:cheer:

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[Gemme]

Not sure if this is an idiom, saying, or just something my mother made up, but regardless it cracked me up every time she said it.............

"They Walk Away With The Whole Dam Pig While I'm Fighting To Get A Pork Chop Sandwich"..............:giggle:
I sort of have my own meaning but I'd be interested in others takes on what the meaning could/may be as well!

To me, it would be that someone is taking more than their share while others receive very little.

[homoe]

Hey, I just LOVE horses and all the horse idioms you found! :)
:cheer:

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I can't believe I forgot this idiom that someone in chat used to always use....
"Stop Beating A Dead Horse"

To continue to focus on something—especially an issue or topic—that is no longer of any use or relevance.

If an argument erupts and it's one that has been previously settled, then the idiom "beating a dead horse" might be said by someone who sees any further discussion on the topic to be meaningless.

[homoe]

"There's The Rub".......................



The meaning of this idiom is 'that's the problem'.

[homoe]

"There's Never A Road Without A Turning"...



No situation in life stays the same forever.

Sidebar: Now again my mother had a somewhat similar idiom she used but it was "There's Never A Road So Long Without A Curve" and her meaning was that tho you're sailing through life without any hardships or obstacles at some point you will without a doubt encounter some!

[homoe]

"Given The Third Degree"...........





If someone is given the third degree, they are put under a great deal of pressure and intimidation to force them to tell the truth about something.

[homoe]

"Throw The Book At Someone"



If you throw the book at someone, you punish them as severely as possible.

[cathexis]

Let sleeping dogs, lie.

Don't stir trouble.

[homoe]

"To A T"..............................



If something is done to a T, it is done perfectly.

[homoe]

"Rome Wasn't Built In A Day"..............


Important work takes time. This expression functions as an injunction or plea for someone to be patient.

[homoe]

"In The Weeds" ...............



If you've ever worked in the restaurant industry you'll know this means completely overwhelmed with diners' orders and unable to keep up with the pace. It also can mean totally immersed or preoccupied with the details or complexities of something.

[homoe]

"Fall Off The Wagon"................


Resort back to any discontinued behavior, usually one that is detrimental in some way.

To resume any previously stopped behavior including boozing, smoking, drug use, overeating, or any other disavowed behavior.

[homoe]

"You Can Catch More Flies With Honey Than You Can With Vinegar"....





You'll get better results by being nice rather than by being nasty!

[Chad]

"In The Weeds" ...............



If you've ever worked in the restaurant industry you'll know this means completely overwhelmed with diners' orders and unable to keep up with the pace. It also can mean totally immersed or preoccupied with the details or complexities of something.

We say this a lot in my line of work. It usually means someone is looking at a project down to the bacterial level or larvae level.

[homoe]

"Examine With A Fine-Tooth Comb"............




This means of examining something carefully so as not to miss out any details.

[homoe]

" Someone's Achillies Heel".....





This expression refers to a vulnerable area or a weak spot, in an otherwise strong situation, that could cause one's downfall or failure.

[homoe]

"Down In The Dumps"...................




Down in the dumps means in a gloomy unhappy sad or in low spirits. To be in a melancholy mood or in a depressed state of mind. Lacking engagement or enthusiasm.

[homoe]

"Suited And Booted"...............



Suited and booted means formally dressed; well dressed to get ready for something important and big. To wear the best clothes in order to attend an important function.

[homoe]

"Son Of A Gun"...................



Son of a gun means to address someone in an affectionate way, to address someone in a jocular or appreciative manner.
Also an expression said when totally surprised or shocked by something!

[homoe]

"Icing On The Cake"....................




Icing on the cake or frosting on the cake means when something good is added to another good thing that you already have.

[homoe]

"Great Minds Think Alike".....................




Great minds think alike meaning thoughts of very intelligent people are similar to each other! Meaning sometimes intelligent people come up with the same ideas at the same time.

[homoe]

"Curiosity Killed The Cat".............




Curiosity killed the cat meaning too much curiosity can lead to dangerous situations; being too inquisitive can get you into trouble. A prying nature can be harmful.

[homoe]

" It's All Greek To Me"............




Meaning used to convey that you cannot understand what is being said or written; something meaningless and incomprehensible to you. Something you just can't get a grasp on.

[~ocean]

"Caught with your pants down " lololol

[homoe]

"Caught with your pants down " lololol



Oh Dear...........:seeingstars:

[~ocean]

Oh Dear...........:seeingstars:

:tea: you need to talk about it ?lol

[homoe]

:tea: you need to talk about it ?lol

It's nice to see you're feisty as ever.........LOL

[~ocean]

It's nice to see you're feisty as ever.........LOL

I woke up like this lol

[homoe]

"As Nice As Ninepence"..............






As nice as ninepence meaning a place that is very well organized. neat and tidy looking. In good order and neat.

[homoe]

"Chew The Fat"....................




Chew the fat meaning to have friendly banter for hours on end; a long and informal conversation with someone. Speak with friends at leisure.

[homoe]

I woke up like this lol

I feel sorry for little man and the girls then.............:giggle:

[homoe]

"Park Yourself"....................


Grab a seat. If someone tells you to park yourself they want you to sit down!

[homoe]

"Red Letter Day".............




A day of significance; an important occasion. A day of remembrance or a memorable day of an special occasion.

[homoe]

"Main Squeeze"..............





One’s steady girlfriend or boyfriend.

[homoe]

"Pin Money".................





Pin money meaning a small amount. In the olden times it was used to describe the money given to women to buy clothing for herself.

[homoe]

"Horse's Ass"......................




A vulgar or extremely and offensively person. Stupid, incompetent, or boorish .

[homoe]

" Having A Chip On Your Shoulder"..............





Being angry about something that happened in the past; holding a grudge.

[Kätzchen]

"Son Of A Gun"...................

Son of a gun means to address someone in an affectionate way, to address someone in a jocular or appreciative manner.
Also an expression said when totally surprised or shocked by something!

I use the expression Son of a Buck..... in similar fashion!

"Caught with your pants down " lololol

I woke up like this lol

Good Morning ~ocean, it's always nice to see you here in this thread! :bunchflowers: :)

[homoe]

"Damned If You Do And Damned If You Don't"....................


No matter what you do, it will cause trouble. Regardless of what decision one makes, it will be wrong!

[~ocean]

I use the expression Son of a Buck..... in similar fashion!





Good Morning ~ocean, it's always nice to see you here in this thread! :bunchflowers: :)

(((((( katzchen ))))))) good morning :) :tea:

[homoe]

"The Apple Doesn't Fall Far From The Tree"..................




When someone says this they are referring that kids are like their parents like father, like son like mother like daughter.

[~ocean]

"Love me or Leave me " lol would make a good movie title too !

[homoe]

"That's The Way The Cookie Crumbles"........................




That is fate, that is the way things happen!

[homoe]

"Love me or Leave me " lol would make a good movie title too !

I do believe James Cagney and Doris Day made a movie entitled just that! :giggle:

[~ocean]

"Love me or Leave me " lol would make a good movie title too !

IT is a movie w/ Doris Day and James Cagney also ! a song by Nina Simone !

must have been in my minds archive lol don't ya love it hen memory kicks in !

[~ocean]

"That's The Way The Cookie Crumbles"........................




That is fate, that is the way things happen!

"sweeps up homoe's crumbled cookies " gesh :)

[homoe]

"The Air Was Blue".......





Meaning there was a heated discussion and there was much swearing, someone said bad words! :|

[Mopsie]

"The Air Was Blue".......





Meaning there was a heated discussion and there was much swearing, someone said bad words! :|

I have to admit I've never heard this one before. :|

[homoe]

"Here's Your Hat, What's Your Hurry".....................


Meaning someone is trying to get rid of you! Passive aggressive behavior!

[homoe]

I have to admit I've never heard this one before. :|




Perhaps you've always been around prim and proper folks?

[homoe]

"Go Big Or Go Home".....................


If you can't afford something then stay home!

[homoe]

"Going Dutch" or "Dutch Treat"..............




Everyone pays for their own!

[homoe]

"The Calm Before The Storm"...................





It's the quiet time just before anger or an attack erupts!

[homoe]

"Silence Is Golden"...................



Keeping one's mouth shut is a great virtue, as in Don't tell anyone else about it.

[homoe]

"Running Off At The Mouth"..............



Constantly talking! Telling all your or someone else's business!

[Mopsie]

"Running Off At The Mouth"..............



Constantly talking! Telling all your or someone else's business!



Similar : "Diarrhea of the mouth disease" ;)

[homoe]

"The Cat's Out Of The Bag".................




Meaning a secret has been told, people know the secret!

[homoe]

Similar : "Diarrhea of the mouth disease" ;)





:| PLEASE never use those two words in the same sentence EVER!

[Mopsie]

:| PLEASE never use those two words in the same sentence EVER!


Sorry that's the local colloquialism - it's used a lot to describe someone who talks too much. :|

[homoe]

"The End Justifies The Means"..................



Meaning the end justifies the means, any method is fine if the result is good.

[homoe]

"Living In The Lap Of Luxury".....



A lifestyle that includes the finest of EVERYTHING!

[homoe]

"Born With A Silver Spoon In Their Mouth"...............




Someone born into a wealthy family.

[homoe]

"When The Shit Hits The Fan"...........


When people become angry and trouble ensues! When somebody starts a fight by saying or doing something that irks another!

[Gemme]

"Go Big Or Go Home".....................


If you can't afford something then stay home!

Or maybe one has to go all in for something (not necessarily a financial thing) and if you are unable or unwilling to do so, then don't bother trying and 'go home'.

:| PLEASE never use those two words in the same sentence EVER!

You're not the boss of Mopsie!
:police:

I've actually heard that as well, Mopsie. I don't think homoe has as much 'country' experience as you and I do.

:thinking:

[homoe]

"Get The Hell Out Of Dodge"........




To leave or depart from a place, especially quickly or with marked urgency!

[homoe]

Or maybe one has to go all in for something (not necessarily a financial thing) and if you are unable or unwilling to do so, then don't bother trying and 'go home'.



You're not the boss of Mopsie!
:police:

I've actually heard that as well, Mopsie. I don't think homoe has as much 'country' experience as you and I do.

:thinking:

You got that right! I'm a city girl ..well I used to be until I got plunked out here on Green Acres! :|

[cathexis]

You got that right! I'm a city girl ..well I used to be until I got plunked out here on Green Acres! :|

Got you there, homoe!
City grrl myself, stuck here in Mayberry, North Country NY (but w/I walking distance of Canada).

[homoe]

Got you there, homoe!
City grrl myself, stuck here in Mayberry, North Country NY (but w/I walking distance of Canada).

Well we're both lucky then actually! I'm a stone's throw from a ferry that'll carry me over to Seattle in less than 30 minutes.....:hangloose:

[homoe]

"A Stones Throw Away".;;......................



A relatively short distance.

[cathexis]

Well we're both lucky then actually! I'm a stone's throw from a ferry that'll carry me over to Seattle in less than 30 minutes.....:hangloose:

However, being this close to Canada does not mean I'm anywhere near a city. A city is "a world away (3 hrs. Interstate 1 hr, away)."

"a world away" = very far

[homoe]

"To Cry Over Spilled Milk".............




It's useless to worry about things that have already happened and cannot be changed.

[homoe]

"It's Not All It's Cracked Up To Be"...........





Failing to meet expectations; not being as good as people say.

[homoe]

"Nip It In The Bud"......................


To stop something at an early stage. Stop something before it has a chance to snow ball. To stop, cease, or prevent something at the beginning or early phase, before it becomes too difficult or unmanageable.

[homoe]

"And That's That"..................






That is final; the issue is settled or completed!

[Kätzchen]

In The Twinkling of an Eye

According to Saint Paul, in his letter to the people of Corinth, he spoke these words:

"We shall all be changed, in the last moment, in the twinkling of an eye, at the sound of the last trumpet," ~ 1st Corinthians 15, verse 52 (New King James Version of The Bible).


This idiom is of Hebrew origin. Using this particular phrase basically implies that something happens in rapid succession, in very fast terms, faster than the blink of an eye.

[Kätzchen]

"And That's That"..................


That is final; the issue is settled or completed!

hee hee :giggle: ...... when I hear this idiom, the first thing I think of is Bugs Bunny saying.... "That's all folks!" :jester:

[homoe]

"Close But No Cigar".............




Coming close to a successful outcome only to fall short at the end.

[~ocean]

Perhaps you've always been around prim and proper folks?

lol homoe only you !!! it sounds like an AUNT BEE expression :))) runs and ducks

[homoe]

"In Cahoots"......................



Cahoot is used almost exclusively in the phrase "in cahoots," which means "in an alliance or partnership." In most contexts, it describes the conspiring activity of people up to no good.

[homoe]

"Loose Lips Sink Ships".........




It's an American English idiom meaning "beware of unguarded talk". Don't talk carelessly because you don't know who is listening. Running off at the mouth about something or someone and someone else overhearing could lead to one's downfall and demise!

[~ocean]

"Loose Lips Sink Ships".........




It's an American English idiom meaning "beware of unguarded talk". Don't talk carelessly because you don't know who is listening. Running off at the mouth about something or someone and someone else overhearing could lead to one's downfall and demise!

or they shouldn't twerk dance either lol:blush:

[homoe]

"A Shot In The Dark"...................


An attempt to guess something when you have no information or knowledge about the subject and therefore cannot possibly know what the answer is.
An estimate with very little or no assurance as to its accuracy.

[homoe]

"Opportunity Knocks But Only Once",,,,,,,,,


A lucky chance; a set of circumstances that makes it possible to do something.
You will only have one chance to do something important or profitable.

I think this is false.........................