Welcome to Phrases.com!

Phrases.com is a vast compilation of popular phrases, informal expressions, and idioms that have been collectively assembled by our community of contributing editors.

Enhance your English language and writing proficiency by browsing through our all-encompassing phrase dictionary in alphabetical order, or by effortlessly searching through keywords.


Discuss everything about the Phrases.com website with our community:

3 Comments
  • nytwordlehints
    This piece provides a fresh and compelling take on the subject.
    LikeReply2 months ago
  • courtneye
    Phrases.com has become an invaluable companion in my journey of language exploration. Whether I'm searching for the perfect quote, seeking a creative expression, or just looking to enhance my linguistic skills, this platform delivers with precision. The vast collection of phrases, idioms, and expressions caters to a variety of contexts, making it an indispensable tool for writers, language enthusiasts, and anyone aiming to communicate with flair. The user-friendly interface and regularly updated content make Phrases.com a go-to resource that consistently exceeds expectations. Kudos to the team for curating such a diverse and enriching linguistic treasure trove! 
    LikeReply 310 months ago
  • PinkPuma
    I searched up phrases starting with “the fourth” and the answer was “the fourth estate” but that wasn’t an option
    Please add.
    LikeReply1 year ago

Citation

Use the citation below to add Phrases.com to your bibliography:

Style:MLAChicagoAPA

"Phrases.com." Phrases.com. STANDS4 LLC, 2024. Web. 15 Oct. 2024. <https://www.phrases.com/>.

We need you!

Help us build the largest human-edited phrases collection on the web!

Hot

Our most popular phrases

»

Fresh

Our latest phrases

»
back to the salt mines
Resume work, usually with some reluctance. Resume a tedious task , usually with some reluctance
leaf peepers
People who go to places when and where the leaves are changing colors to see the beauty of the red, orange, yellow and green colors on the landscape.
taking the edge off
Relieving the pressure; having an alcoholic beverage to calm emotions
crazy as all outdoors
A joking way of describing someone who is always getting into trouble from decisions they make.
earning brownie points
getting credit for something

Quiz

Are you a phrases master?

»
It was a ________ run.
A easy
B quick
C home
D distant