A long shot
A bet or other risk taken though not likely to succeed.It was a long shot that my friend would get the job so he was very happy when he did get... Read more →
Live (something) down live down (something)
To overcome the shame or embarrassment of something.It was difficult for the woman to live down the shame of stealing money from her job.
Live out of a suitcase
To stay away from your home while travelling with only the belongings in your suitcase.I dislike my job because I am often away from home and I... Read more →
Little by little
Gradually.The man broke his leg while he was skiing but little by little it is getting better.
A little bit
A small amount.I only had a little bit of time so I could not talk to my mother.
A little bird told me
Something is learned from a mysterious or secret source.A little bird told me that I would get a nice present from my boyfriend next week.
Litmus test
A test that uses one single indicator to help make a decision (the scientific meaning of a litmus test is a test for basic chemical properties... Read more →
Listen to reason
To yield to a reasonable argument.The woman would not listen to reason when she complained about the coat that she had bought.
Lip service
Support shown by words only and not by action.The company paid lip service to the proposal but I do not think that they really support it.
(one’s) lips are sealed
Someone will not tell a secret.My lips are sealed and I will not tell anybody the secret.