Killed outright
To be killed immediately.The man was killed outright when the truck hit him on the street.
Kill time
To waste time.We had to kill time before the movie started.
Kill the goose that lays the golden egg
To spoil something that is good or something that one has by being greedy.The man's job was very good and the salary was high but he quit the... Read more →
Kill the fatted calf
To prepare a big feast (in someone's honor).We decided to kill the fatted calf and have a big dinner for my uncle.
Kill off (something) kill (something) off
To kill or end something completely, to destroy something completely.The pollution in the river has killed off the fish.
Kid’s stuff
A very easy task.It was kid's stuff. We were able to fix the stove easily.
Kid around (with someone)
To tease and joke with someone.The students were kidding around with the teacher after the class.
A kickback
Money paid illegally for favorable treatment.The construction company gave the politician a kickback in order to win the contract.
Knuckle under
To yield, to submit.The union finally knuckled under from the pressure and ended the strike.
Knuckle down (to something)
To begin to work earnestly.I think it is time that we knuckle down and finish the project.