Water under the bridge
Something that happened in the past and cannot be changed.It was terrible that your house was robbed but it is water under the bridge now and... Read more →
Water down
To make something weak, to dilute something. The new policy is a watered down version of the old one.
Watch (someone or something) like a hawk
To watch someone or something very carefully.The mother always watches her daughter like a hawk when they go to the park.
Watch over (someone or something)
To monitor or guard (someone or something).I watched over the class while the teacher was at a meeting.
Watch out for (someone or something)
To watch over and care for someone, to watch for the arrival or approach of someone.Please watch out for my friend at the airport.
Watch one’s tongue
To not say something, to not be rude.The boy was told by his teacher to watch his tongue.
Watch one’s step
To act cautiously so that you don't make a mistake or anger someone.You should watch your step when you complain to the manager.
Watch one`s P`s and Q`s
To be well-behaved, to be careful.The boy had to watch his P`s and Q`s after he caused many problems at school.
Watch one’s mouth
To not say something, to not be rude.The girl has bad manners and should watch her mouth.
Watch it!
Be careful (usually used as a command)."Watch it! That truck is going very fast and may hit you."