To deliver shocking or surprising news; to say something very impactful, controversial, or revealing.
📖 general
General idioms that span a wide range of everyday topics.
To deliver extremely surprising or shocking news, often with significant and disruptive consequences.
(British slang) To say something tactless, embarrassing, or inappropriate; to make a social gaffe.
(American slang) To inform on someone, especially to the authorities or police; to betray someone by reporting their illicit activities.
To suggest something indirectly or subtly, often to guide someone towards a desired action or understanding.
(Slang, vulgar) To defecate; to pass a bowel movement.
A very small, insignificant amount when compared to what is needed, expected, or the whole.
A very small, negligible amount when compared to a much larger whole or vast quantity.
A very small, negligible amount in comparison to a larger entity or the overall scope.
A very small or insignificant amount when compared to a much larger whole; synonymous with 'drop in the ocean'.
to suffer a rapid decline or loss in numbers
To make a mistake, especially by failing to complete a task, fulfill a responsibility, or mishandle a situation.