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📖 general

General idioms that span a wide range of everyday topics.

2741 idioms in this category

few and far between

rarely occurring or infrequent

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fiddle while Rome burns

To occupy oneself with trivial matters and neglect a serious crisis.

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fiddlesticks

an expression of disbelief or dismissal

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field day

a time of enjoyment or productive activity, often seizing an opportunity

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fight fire with fire

To respond to an attack or difficult situation by using the same methods as one's opponent, even if those methods are aggressive or extreme.

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figure out

to understand or resolve a problem

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fine art

the creative expression of skill in visual arts

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finger in the pie

To be involved in or have an influence on many different activities, especially when one is not supposed to.

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finger to the wind

To assess the current situation, mood, or popular opinion before making a decision or taking action.

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finishing touch

the final detail that completes something

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first World

refers to highly developed and affluent countries

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first World problem

trivial issues faced by those in privileged situations

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