Lick one’s lips
To show one's eagerness for something or to do something or to eat something.The little boy began to lick his lips when he saw the candy in the... Read more →
Lick one’s chops
To show one's eagerness for something or to do something or to eat something (by licking one's lips).The salesman began to lick his chops when... Read more →
Like to hear oneself talk
To enjoy talking rather than listening to other people.My friend likes to hear herself talk and it is very tiring to be around her.
Like greased lightning
Very fast.The horse ran out of the barn like greased lightning.
Like father, like son
A son usually acts like his father."Like father, like son," the man said as he watched the boy playing baseball exactly like his father.
License to (do something)
The permission or right or chance to do something.When my uncle got the contract to sell food at the stadium it was a license to print money.
Levelheaded
Sensible, practical, showing good judgement.The woman who works with me is very levelheaded.
Level with (someone)
To be honest with someone.I tried to level with my friend and tell her what I thought about her new hairstyle.
Level playing field
A situation where everyone has an equal chance of success.The two companies had a level playing field when they applied for the contract.
Level (something) at (someone)
To direct something (a remark or criticism) at someone.My friend began to level criticism at her boss for some of the things that she thought... Read more →