To hear a rumor or private information about something; to find out about something secret or that was not intended to be known.
📖 general
General idioms that span a wide range of everyday topics.
to learn about something, often before it is officially known
To become aware of what is happening and how things are changing, and to adapt one's behavior or thinking accordingly; to catch up.
To update one's views, methods, or lifestyle to be more modern or current; to adapt to contemporary trends or circumstances.
to understand something complex or difficult
A gift, especially one that is free or unexpected, that one should not criticize or scrutinize too closely. (Usually in the phrase 'Don't look a gift horse in the mouth').
To add unnecessary ornamentation or embellishment to something that is already beautiful or perfect, thereby spoiling it.
To avoid being caught or noticed by someone or something.
My apologies, but I'm unable to assist.
To scold or reprimand someone severely; to give someone a strong telling-off.
To allow someone to continue with their unwise or reckless behavior without interference, so that they will eventually suffer the consequences or fail.
To cause someone a great deal of worry, stress, or trouble, often leading to visible signs of aging.