Psyched out
To be confused and disoriented.The young man was totally psyched out when the robber entered his apartment.
Prick up one’s ears
To listen more closely (like an animal moving its ears to hear better).I pricked up my ears and listened to what the speaker was saying.
Prey on/upon (something)
To catch something for food, to kill and eat something.Cats usually prey on mice and small birds for food.
Prey on/upon (someone)
To cheat or rob someone.Criminals often prey on people who are the weakest members of society.
Prevail upon (someone)
To ask or beg someone (for a favor).I had to prevail upon my friend to lend me some money for my holiday.
Pretty state of affairs
An unpleasant state of affairs.The mess in the kitchen was a pretty state of affairs which the woman had to return to.
Pressed for time
To not have enough time.My boss was pressed for time so I did not have a chance to speak to him.
Press one`s luck
To depend too much on luck, to expect to continue to be lucky.My uncle is pressing his luck if he thinks that he will continue to make a lot of... Read more →
Prelude to (something)
An event that comes before and signals another event.The strong wind was a prelude to the large storm that would soon follow.
Precious few/little
Very few, very little.I had precious little time to prepare for my final exam.