If the shoe fits, wear it
If something that is said describes you then it probably is meant for you.The man was complaining that many workers at his company were lazy.... Read more →
If so
If that is the case.The lawyer said that he wants to meet us this afternoon but if so, we will not have the documents ready to discuss.
If looks could kill
Used when someone makes an unfriendly look at someone or frowns at someone.If looks could kill, then the horrible way that the woman looked at... Read more →
Idiot box
Television set.My friend sits in front of the idiot box all weekend and never does anything.
In excess of
More than.There were in excess of two hundred people at the meeting.
In exchange for (someone or something)
In return for someone or something.I received the camera in exchange for several discount coupons.
In essence
Basically.I was told in essence about the problems that the company was having.
In effect
In existence, operating or functioning.The smoking law has been in effect for three years.
In effect
For practical purposes, basically.The man's silence was in effect, a way of disagreeing with the other people in the meeting.
In earnest
Sincerely.The young woman has been looking for a job in earnest since she graduated.