Life of the party
A person who is lively and helps make a party fun and exciting.My friend is the life of the party and everybody loves to see her.
Lie through one’s teeth
To lie in a bold manner.The man's story was impossible to believe. He was lying through his teeth.
Lie low
To stay quietly out of sight, to try not to attract attention."Our boss is angry so I think that you should lie low until he calms down."
Lie in wait
To watch from hiding in order to attack or surprise someone.The police decided to lie in wait for the bank robbers to appear at the bank.
Lie in state
To lie in a state of honor after death in an open coffin so that the public can see his or her body (usually used for a famous political leader)... Read more →
Lie fallow
To remain unused (a field or land lies fallow).The farmer let the field lie fallow for one growing season.
Lie/lay down on the job
To do a job poorly or not at all.The workers decided to lie down on the job and nothing was finished when the supervisor arrived.
Lick (something) into shape
To transform or change something that is failing into something that works effectively.We are working hard to lick the failing business into... Read more →
Lick (someone’s) boots
To behave in a servile manner toward someone.Our boss wants everybody to lick his boots. That is why nobody likes him.
Lick one’s wounds
To think about and reflect on something that has embarrassed you or caused you loss or disappointment.The politician went for a holiday in order... Read more →