Lap up (something) lap (something) up
To eat or drink something with the tongue (as a dog or cat would).The dog lapped up the milk that his owner gave him.
Landslide victory
A very big victory (usually in an election).My favorite candidate won a landslide victory in the election.
Land up (somewhere or in some situation)
To arrive at a final point, to finally be or do something.We landed up in a small town when we got lost driving.
Land on one`s feet
To come out of a bad situation successfully.My friend always manages to land on his feet no matter how difficult the situation is.
Land on both feet
To come out of a bad situation successfully.The man landed on both feet after his business went bankrupt.
Land of Nod
Sleep.I entered the land of Nod as soon as my head hit the pillow.
Land an account
To acquire an account.The salesman landed a large account on his first day of work.
Land a job
To obtain a job.My best friend landed a very good job last month.
Lame duck
A public official who has a short time left to serve in office and therefore has less power than before.The mayor is a lame-duck leader so it is... Read more →
Laid up
To be confined to bed, to be unfit for work.My friend has been laid up for a few days because of a cold.