Clearly and directly; leaving no doubt, often implying a strong or firm statement.
Idioms Starting with "I"
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Absolutely not; under no circumstances whatsoever. A strong denial.
Very quickly or immediately.
Involved in or privy to a secret plan, discussion, or activity.
To eat or consume something entirely in a single mouthful. Often used figuratively to mean quickly and completely.
All at once; in a single, sudden action, often with a negative or devastating effect.
All at once; in a single continuous effort or action.
1. Arranged correctly or appropriately. 2. Appropriate or acceptable. 3. Functioning correctly. 4. Due or deserved.
A phrase used to introduce a change of topic, often to something less important or completely unrelated, or sometimes ironically.
Used to introduce a simpler, clearer, or alternative explanation of something previously stated.
Clearly visible; not hidden, often surprisingly so.
Clearly visible; not hidden, often referring to something accessible or obvious.