A sure thing
Something that is sure to happen, something about which there is no doubt.My promotion to manager is a sure thing according to the company... Read more →
Sugarcoat (something)
To make something that is unpleasant seem more pleasant, to coat something with sugar.The government tried to sugarcoat the new policy but... Read more →
Step-by-step
Gradually.My grandfather is learning how to use a computer step-by-step.
Stem from
To originate from, to be caused by.The accident stems from the bad condition of the machine.
Steer clear of (someone or something)
To avoid someone or something.I have been steering clear of my friend since our fight.
Steaming mad
To be very angry.The woman was steaming mad when the customer service representative was rude to her on the telephone.
Steamed up
To be angry.I was steamed up over the fact that my friend lost the keys to my apartment.
Steal the spotlight
To do so well in a performance that you get most of the attention.The singer always steals the spotlight when she sings.
Steal the show
To do so well in a performance that you get most of the attention.The young musician stole the show at the music festival.
Steal (someone`s) thunder
To do or say something that another person had planned to do or say.My colleague stole my thunder when he announced that he was leaving the... Read more →