What does wet blanket mean? Idiom Meaning: a person who discourages enthusiasm or enjoyment Examples of this Idiom in Movies & TV Shows: Avatar: The Last Airbender “The Cave of Two Lovers” (2006) Time of Scene: 00:03:40 Sokka: Look, I hate to be the wet blanket here, but since Katara’s busy. I […]
watch your language
What does watch your language mean? Idiom Meaning: be careful what you say (especially when using expletives) Examples of this Idiom in Movies & TV Shows: Scent of a Woman (1992) Time of Scene: 02:20:00 Mr. Trask: I am left with no real witness. Mr. Willis’s testimony is not only vague, it […]
variety is the spice of life
What does variety is the spice of life mean? Idiom Meaning: new experiences make life interesting Examples of this Idiom in Movies & TV Shows: Two and a Half Men “Tucked, Taped and Gorgeous” (2007) Time of Scene: 00:03:00 Charlie Harper: I mean, I just think that variety is the spice of […]
vanish into thin air
What does vanish into thin air mean? Idiom Meaning: disappear quickly Examples of this Idiom in Movies & TV Shows: The Crow (1994) Time of Scene: 00:46:00 Albrecht: Are you gonna vanish into thin air again? Eric Draven: I thought I’d use your front door. Watch on YouTube! Born to Kill […]
no spring chicken
What does no spring chicken mean? Idiom Meaning: no longer young Examples of this Idiom in Movies & TV Shows: The Fire Within (1963) Time of Scene: n/a Eva: You look like death warmed over. Alain Leroy: You’re no spring chicken yourself. Fanny (1961) Time of Scene: n/a Honorine: She is […]
now or never
What does now or never mean? Idiom Meaning: last chance to do something Examples of this Idiom in Movies & TV Shows: Old School (2003) Time of Scene: 00:06:30 Frank: Hey, I just want to thank you one last time for being here. It’s the best day ever. Beanie: Don’t even start […]
jump to conclusions
What does jump to conclusions mean? Idiom Meaning: form an opinion hastily Examples of this Idiom in Movies & TV Shows: Fantastic Four (2005) Time of Scene: 00:24:00 Susan Storm: It’s got to be the cloud! It’s fundamentally altered our DNA! Reed Richards: Now, let’s not jump to conclusions. We need much […]
just what the doctor ordered
What does just what the doctor ordered mean? Idiom Meaning: exactly what was needed Examples of this Idiom in Movies & TV Shows: The Flintstones “Trouble-In-Law”Ā (1962) Time of Scene: n/a Fred Flintstone: Oh, boy, how terrible can you get food? Pearl Slaghoople: What’s the matter sonny, don’t you like the breakfast I […]
in a pickle
What does in a pickle mean? Idiom Meaning: in trouble Examples of this Idiom in Movies & TV Shows: Hoodwinked! (2005) Time of Scene: 00:28:00 The Wolf: You hear that? He knows a shortcut. Boingo: Over the woods and through the river. No, you don’t wanna go through the river. You’ll get […]
ill at ease
What does ill at ease mean? Idiom Meaning: worried or uncomfortable Examples of this Idiom in Movies & TV Shows: The Big Bang Theory “The Benefactor Factor” (2011) Time of Scene: n/a Mrs. Latham: There’s nothing I like better than making smart people feel ill at ease. Leonard Hofstadter: Why? Mrs. Latham: […]
fight fire with fire
What does fight fire with fire mean? Idiom Meaning: use similar methods as someone else to defeat them Examples of this Idiom in Movies & TV Shows: Operation: Rabbit (1952) Time of Scene: n/a Wile E. Coyote: Ah, my darling. How beautiful you are. How devastating! How lucky! Little did you dream […]
fifth wheel
What does fifth wheel mean? Idiom Meaning: a person who accompanies two couples Examples of this Idiom in Movies & TV Shows: Aliens (1986) Time of Scene: n/a Ripley: Hey, I feel like kind of a fifth wheel around here. Is there anything I can do? Sergeant Apone: I don’t know, is […]
every cloud has a silver lining
What does every cloud has a silver lining mean? Idiom Meaning: every difficult situation has a hopeful aspect Examples of this Idiom in Movies & TV Shows: Way Out West (1937) Time of Scene: 00:21:30 Ollie: Little lady, you’ve heard the worst. Now prepare yourself for the best. Now cheer up. Smile. […]
beauty is in the eye of the beholder
What does beauty is in the eye of the beholderĀ mean? Idiom Meaning: beauty is subjective Examples of this Idiom in Movies & TV Shows: Shallow Hal (2001) Time of Scene: n/a Tony Robbins: Haven’t you ever heard that beauty is in the eye of the beholder? Mauricio: Have you heard the song […]
beat around the bush
What does beat around the bushĀ mean? Idiom Meaning: delay or avoid talking about something Examples of this Idiom in Movies & TV Shows: Fear (1996) Time of Scene: n/a Steve Walker: David, I don’t want to beat around the bush. I came to tell you that you’re gonna stop seeing Nicole. Now, […]
coming out of my ears
What does coming out of my ears mean? Idiom Meaning: too much of something Examples of this Idiom in Movies & TV Shows: Erin Brockovich (2000) Time of Scene: ~00:18:10 Erin Brockovich: You want my number? George: Yeah, I do. I do want your number. Erin Brockovich: Which number do you want? […]
under age
What does under ageĀ mean? Idiom Meaning: too young to do something Examples of this Idiom in Movies & TV Shows: True Detective “Seeing Things” (2014) Time of Scene: ~00:32:10 Detective Marty Hart: That girl’s not 18. The sheriff know you got under age working here? Jan: What do you know about where […]
until hell freezes over
What does until hell freezes over mean? Idiom Meaning: forever or for a very long time Examples of this Idiom in Movies & TV Shows: Peaky Blinders “Heathens” (2017) Time of Scene: N/A Aunt Polly: I never thought my high fucking heels from Paris would be stepping through the whole shit of […]
drop like flies
What does drop like flies mean? Idiom Meaning: die or collapse Examples of this Idiom in Movies & TV Shows: Universal Soldier (1992) Time of Scene: ~01:06:00 Scott: God damn it! The whole fucking platoon’s dropping like flies! What the hell are you staring it? Do you have any idea what it’s […]
apple of my eye
What does apple of my eye mean? Idiom Meaning: an adored person Examples of this Idiom in Movies & TV Shows: Who Framed Roger Rabbit (1988) Time of Scene: ~00:22:00 Roger Rabbit: No! Not my Jessica! Not pattycake! It can’t be! It just can’t be! Jessica’s my wife! It’s absolutely impossible! Jessica’s […]
ants in your pants
What does ants in your pants mean? Idiom Meaning: anxious or nervous Examples of this Idiom in Movies & TV Shows: Tropic Thunder (2008) Time of Scene: n/a Rick Peck: You can’t be serious? Les Grossman: You kick in the door to my house all ants in your pants, sucking my left […]
small talk
What does small talkĀ mean? Idiom Meaning: polite conversation about unimportant topics Examples of this Idiom in Movies & TV Shows: Black Mirror āWhite Christmasā (2014) Time of Scene: ~00:12:00 Matt: Harry, engage in conversation, but be cynical. Right? Cutting. Like Bonnie and Clyde, huh? You two against the world. Confidence. Confidence. Just […]
read between the lines
What does read between the lines mean? Idiom Meaning: discover a meaning that is hidden Examples of this Idiom in Movies & TV Shows: Once Upon a Time in Mexico (2003) Time of Scene: ~00:02:45 Belini: This story is well-traveled. It might have picked up some embellishments along the way. Just read […]
loose cannon
What does loose cannon mean? Idiom Meaning: unpredictable or uncontrollable person Examples of this Idiom in Movies & TV Shows: Blackkklansman (2018) Time of Scene: ~01:15:30 David Duke: Thanks for getting back to me. Listen, I think we need a new leader. Someone everyone can unite behind. I just don’t think I’m […]
get rid of
What does get rid ofĀ mean? Idiom Meaning: throw away or dispose of something Examples of this Idiom in Movies & TV Shows: Mulholland Drive (2001) Time of Scene: ~00:11:36 Dan: I had a dream about this place. Herb: Oh boy. Dan: See what I mean? Herb: Okay. So you had a dream […]
keep calm
What does keep calm mean? Idiom Meaning: relax Examples of this Idiom in Movies & TV Shows: The Deuce “Pilot” (2017) Time of Scene: ~00:24:50 Vincent Martino: Iām holding up my end. Kim: Weāre dying here. I have mortgage. Two car payment. Son wants to go to MIT. MIT! Now I have […]
figure out
What does figure out mean? Idiom Meaning: to understand or solve something Examples of this Idiom in Movies & TV Shows: Galveston (2018) Time of Scene: ~00:28:00 Rocky: Hereās your shirt back. Can I have a cigarette? ā¦ Iāve been thinking. How old are you? Roy: Hmm. I dunno. 40. Rocky: Iām […]
nickel and dime
What does nickel and dimeĀ mean? Idiom Meaning: cheap or low profit Examples of this Idiom in Movies & TV Shows: The Deuce “The Principle Is All”Ā (2017) Time of Scene: ~00:26:30 Candy: Hi. Thank you so much for coming. Harvey Wasserman: Candy. Candy: Yeah, yeah. Harvey Wasserman: Yeah, I’ve been in this business […]
oh boy
What does oh boyĀ mean? Idiom Meaning: said when feeling surprised, excited, or overwhelmed Examples of this Idiom in Movies & TV Shows: First ManĀ (2018) Time of Scene: ~01:13:01 Ed White: I tell ya, Eddie started asking questions about the new command module. Neil Armstrong: Is that right? Ed White: He said it […]
my heart goes out to you
What does my heart goes out to youĀ mean? Idiom Meaning: I feel sympathy for you Examples of this Idiom in Movies & TV Shows: Donāt Worry, He Wonāt Get Far on FootĀ (2018) Time of Scene: ~00:25:20 Nurse: One, two, threeā¦ Doctor Mirione: Hello John. Iām Doctor Mirione. Bright, bright lights. Surprisingly noisy, […]
push through
What does push throughĀ mean? Idiom Meaning: keep trying and continue on Examples of this Idiom in Movies & TV Shows: Cars 3Ā (2017) Cruz Ramirez: It’s all about motivation, Mr. McQueen. You can use anything negative as fuel to push through to the positive! Lightning McQueen: I’ve been pretty positive ever since I […]
hang on
What does hang onĀ mean? Idiom Meaning: wait Examples of this Idiom in Movies & TV Shows: The Social NetworkĀ (2010) Gretchen: 18,000 dollars? Eduardo Saverin: Yes. Gretchen: In addition to the $1,000 you’d already put up? Eduardo Saverin: Yes. Gretchen: A total of $19,000 now? Eduardo Saverin: Yes. Mark Zuckerberg: Hang on. I’m […]
out of line
What does out of lineĀ mean? Idiom Meaning: behaving inappropriately Examples of this Idiom in Movies & TV Shows: School of RockĀ (2003) Time of Scene: ~00:10:10 Dewey Finn: You don’t have to worry about me because I’m a hard-ass. And if a kid gets out of line, I got no problem smacking them […]
shut up
What does shut upĀ mean? Idiom Meaning: be quiet Examples of this Idiom in Movies & TV Shows: Eighth GradeĀ (2018) Time of Scene: ~00:15:10 Mark Day: You said I could say one thing. Can I say one thing, please? Kayla Day: Fine. Mark Day: Thank you. Look. When I was your age, I […]
an arm and a leg
What does an arm and a legĀ mean? Idiom Meaning: very expensive Examples of this Idiom in Movies & TV Shows: Melancholia (2011) Time of Scene: ~00:38:00 John: Do you have any idea how much this party cost me? A ballpark figure? Justine: No. I don’t. Should I? John: Yes, I think you […]
quick on the trigger
What does quick on the triggerĀ mean? Idiom Meaning: fast to react Examples of this Idiom in Movies & TV Shows: My Little ChickadeeĀ (1940) Time of Scene: ~00:16:40 Flower Belle Lee: I need more than that, honey. Cuthbert J. Twillie: Ah, what symmetrical digits! Soft as the fuzz of a baby’s arm. Flower […]
needle in a haystack
What does needle in a haystackĀ mean? Idiom Meaning: almost impossible to find Examples of this Idiom in Movies & TV Shows: Doctor Who “The Time of Angels”Ā (2010) Time of Scene: ~00:22:10 River Song: A needle in a haystack. The Doctor: A needle that looks like hay. A haylike needle of death. A […]
dress to kill
What does dress to kill mean? Idiom Meaning: wear nice clothing to attract attention Examples of this Idiom in Movies & TV Shows: Law and Order: Special Victims Unit “Trade” (2008) Chester Lake:Ā Dress to kill. Too bad she didn’t get to help Munch. John Munch: Are you insulting my sartorial splendor? Chester […]
take no prisoners
What does take no prisonersĀ mean? Idiom Meaning: show no mercy and aggressively pursue an objective Examples of this Idiom in Movies & TV Shows: Tommy BoyĀ (1995) Time of Scene: ~00:34:40 Richard Hayden: All right, now it’s sale time. So remember, we don’t take no…? Tommy: No shit from anyone. Richard Hayden: No. […]
wild goose chase
What does wild goose chaseĀ mean? Idiom Meaning: a hopeless pursuit Examples of this Idiom in Movies & TV Shows: Monk “Mr. Monk Meets His Dad”Ā (2006) Time of Scene: ~00:33:40 Jack Monk:Ā And he sends me on this wild goose chase. Son of… ‘scuse my language. Adrian Monk: It’s okay, we’re truckers. The […]
two shakes of a lamb’s tail
What does two shakes of a lamb’s tailĀ mean? Idiom Meaning: very soon or quickly Examples of this Idiom in Movies & TV Shows: Pulp FictionĀ (1994) Time of Scene: ~00:30:00 Mia Wallace:Ā Hi Vincent. I’m getting dressed. The door’s open. Come inside and make yourself a drink. Vincent Vega: Hello? Mia Wallace:Ā Vincent. Vincent… I’m […]
zip your lip
What does zip your lipĀ mean? Idiom Meaning: stop talking and be quiet Examples of this Idiom in Movies & TV Shows: Police Academy 3: Back in TrainingĀ (1986) Time of Scene: ~00:14:30 Sgt. Hooks: Please, sit down, sit down. Please. Zip your lips, slap your butts to the seat and listen hard!!! That’s […]
zonked out
What does zonked outĀ mean? Idiom Meaning: to fall asleep or to be high on drugs Examples of this Idiom in Movies & TV Shows: Charlie BartlettĀ (2008) Time of Scene: ~01:02:30 Principal Gardner: Oh, I encourage you to listen all you like. But let’s face it, you’re not a professional. Marilyn Bartlett: No. […]
zero-sum game
What does zero-sumĀ gameĀ mean? Idiom Meaning: aĀ situation where one’s gain equals the loss of the other person Examples of this Idiom in Movies & TV Shows: HeavyĀ (2005) Time of Scene: ~00:00:00 Dr. Allison Cameron: What are you suggesting, we start slashing each other’s throats? Dr. Robert Chase: I’m suggesting it’s a zero-sum game. […]
zero tolerance
What does zero toleranceĀ mean? Idiom Meaning: a strict policy against a type of bad behavior Examples of this Idiom in Movies & TV Shows: Glee “Furt”Ā (2010) Time of Scene: ~00:41:10 Sam Evans: We can protect you. Noah ‘Puck’ Puckerman: Seriously, we can, like, form a perimeter around you like the Secret Service. […]
zip it
What does zip itĀ mean? Idiom Meaning: stop talking and be quiet Examples of this Idiom in Movies & TV Shows: A League of Their OwnĀ (1992) Time of Scene: ~01:01:20 Jimmy Dugan: Are you crying? Evelyn: No. Jimmy Dugan: Are you crying? Evelyn: No. Jimmy Dugan: Are you crying?!?! There’s no crying. There’s […]
yellow streak
What does yellow streakĀ mean? Idiom Meaning: cowardly or weak trait Examples of this Idiom in Movies & TV Shows: The Big HouseĀ (1930) Time of Scene: ~00:05:30 Warden:Ā And remember, this prison does not give a man a yellow streak. But if he has one, it brings it out. The Karate Kid, Part […]
your call
What does your callĀ mean? Idiom Meaning: you should decide Examples of this Idiom in Movies & TV Shows: Narcos “Explosivos”Ā (2015) Time of Scene: ~00:42:30 Javier PeƱa: He’s out of bullets. We can take him alive. Horatio Carrillo: It’s your call. Javier PeƱa: Give him lead. Recount (2008) Time of Scene: ~01:18:30 […]
you can say that again
What does you can say that againĀ mean? Idiom Meaning: said when expressing and emphasizing complete agreement Examples of this Idiom in Movies & TV Shows: BoltĀ (2008) Time of Scene: ~00:29:10 Rhino:Ā That is totally unrealistic. Bolt: Absolutely ridonculous. Mittens: You can say that again. The A-Team “The Heart of Rock N’ Roll” […]
you bet
What does you betĀ mean? Idiom Meaning: certainly or absolutely Examples of this Idiom in Movies & TV Shows: FlightĀ (2012) Time of Scene: ~01:09:30 Avington Carr: Does Whitaker know he’s going to jail? Hugh Lang: My clients don’t go to jail, Mr. Carr. Avington Carr: Oh, he’s going to jail. He belongs in […]
your guess is as good as mine
What does your guess is as good as mineĀ mean? Idiom Meaning: said when someone doesn’t know the answer Examples of this Idiom in Movies & TV Shows: Andromeda “In Heaven Now Are Three”Ā (2002) Time of Scene: ~00:00:00 Captain Dylan Hunt: What do you think, Trance? Trance Gemini: I think your guess is […]
X-rated
What does X-ratedĀ mean? Idiom Meaning: pornographic or adult material Examples of this Idiom in Movies & TV Shows: Friends “The One with Ross’s Tan”Ā (2003) Time of Scene: ~00:03:30 Ross: Hey, I know where that is. It used to be an X-rated video… florist. Multiple Maniacs (1970) Time of Scene: ~00:01:40 Mr. […]
X factor
What does X factorĀ mean? Idiom Meaning: a special talent or unique quality Examples of this Idiom in Movies & TV Shows: Dogma (1999) Time of Scene: ~01:36:00 Azrael: I’ve seen way too many Bond movies to know that you never reveal all the details of your plan no matter how close you […]
X marks the spot
What does X marks the spotĀ mean? Idiom Meaning: the exact location Examples of this Idiom in Movies & TV Shows: Indiana Jones and the Last CrusadeĀ (1989) Time of Scene: ~00:27:00 Indiana Jones:Ā Archeology is the search for fact, not truth. If it’s truth you’re interested in, Dr. Tyree’s Philosophy class is right down […]
wet behind the ears
What does wet behind the earsĀ mean? Idiom Meaning: lacking experience or maturity Examples of this Idiom in Movies & TV Shows: BandidasĀ (2006) Time of Scene: ~00:53:20 Quentin Cooke: Besides, you’re not alone. Sara Sandoval: Right. A gun-happy farm girl, an ugly dog, a wet-behind-the-ears cop and a spoiled brat. What a team! […]
walking on eggshells
What does walking on eggshellsĀ mean? Idiom Meaning: being overly cautious not to upset a sensitive situation (or person) Examples of this Idiom in Movies & TV Shows: Law & Order: Criminal Intent “The Consoler”Ā (2011) Time of Scene: ~00:21:40 Robert Goren: Do you think I’m crazy? Paula Gyson: I think you are a […]
wear your heart on your sleeve
What does wear your heart on your sleeveĀ mean? Idiom Meaning: genuine and sincere Examples of this Idiom in Movies & TV Shows: Barney’s VersionĀ (2011) Time of Scene: ~00:16:00 Clara ‘Chambers’ Charnofsky: Oh Barney, you really do wear your heart on your sleeve. Now put it away, it’s disgusting to look at. […]
water under the bridge
What does water under the bridgeĀ mean? Idiom Meaning: prior events that are no longer important Examples of this Idiom in Movies & TV Shows: Old SchoolĀ (2003) Time of Scene: ~00:16:10 Frank: So what’s up? Marissa: Oh nothing much. I was kind of hoping we might get to do those thank you notes […]
vicious circle
What does vicious circleĀ mean? Idiom Meaning: a repetitive unpleasant situation Examples of this Idiom in Movies & TV Shows: The Lost WeekendĀ (1945) Time of Scene: ~00:13:00 Don Birnam: Don’t wipe it away, Nat. Let me have my little vicious circle. You know, the circle is the perfect geometric figure. No end, no […]
virgin territory
What does virgin territoryĀ mean? Idiom Meaning: a new situation that has never been experienced before Examples of this Idiom in Movies & TV Shows: Black Mirror “The National Anthem”Ā (2011) Time of Scene: ~00:07:20 Prime Minister: They’re running this on air? Alex Cairns: No. No. We put a type-five D notice out immediately […]
velvet glove
What does velvet gloveĀ mean? Idiom Meaning: gentle but effective Examples of this Idiom in Movies & TV Shows: Made in DagenhamĀ (2010) Time of Scene: ~01:00:10 Robert Tooley: Lisa. Do you mind if I call you Lisa? You must have quite a head on your shoulders. Peter tells me that you read history […]
vice versa
What does vice versaĀ mean? Idiom Meaning: the other way around (the opposite) Examples of this Idiom in Movies & TV Shows: Married with Children “Old Insurance Dodge”Ā (1993) Time of Scene: ~00:11:00 Marcy: You could really use the money, Al. I mean it should be your choice to walk around with green teeth […]
veg out
What does veg outĀ mean? Idiom Meaning: eat a lot of food Examples of this Idiom in Movies & TV Shows: A Nightmare on Elm StreetĀ (1984) Nancy Thompson: Maybe I should just pick up that bottle and veg out with you, ignore everything going on around me by getting good and loaded. […]
ugly duckling
What does ugly ducklingĀ mean? Idiom Meaning: an unattractive person who becomes beautiful or talented Examples of this Idiom in Movies & TV Shows: Castaway on the MoonĀ (2009) Time of Scene: ~00:22:30 Male Kim: I am an ugly ducklingĀ that became a slug rather than a swan. The Faculty (1998) Time of Scene: […]
upper hand
What does upper handĀ mean? Idiom Meaning: advantage Examples of this Idiom in Movies & TV Shows: New Girl “Tinfinity”Ā (2013) Time of Scene: ~00:06:30 Winston Bishop: I couldn’t stop you from inviting Jax to the party, but I can stop it from going any further. I will not lose Jax as a friend, […]
up shit creek
What does up shit creekĀ mean? Idiom Meaning: to be in an awkward situation Examples of this Idiom in Movies & TV Shows: Charlie BartlettĀ (2008) Time of Scene: ~00:35:20 Charlie Bartlett: Well, at least you’re attracted to somebody. I mean, if you weren’t, then we’d really beĀ up shit’s creek. The Blues Brothers […]
under the weather
What does under the weatherĀ mean? Idiom Meaning: feeling sick Examples of this Idiom in Movies & TV Shows: My Name is Earl “Cost Dad the Election”Ā (2005) Time of Scene: ~00:11:00 Rhonda Gibbs: Filling in for Carl Hickey will be his son, Earl Hickey. Carl Hickey:Ā No, no, no, no. Earl: My father is […]
ups and downs
What does ups and downsĀ mean? Idiom Meaning: the succession of good and bad experiences Examples of this Idiom in Movies & TV Shows: Boundin’Ā (2004) Time of Scene: ~00:04:00 Narrator: Now in this world of ups and downs, so nice to know there are Jackalopes around. The Fog (2009) Time of Scene: […]
throw in the towel
What does throw in the towelĀ mean? Idiom Meaning: give up or quit Examples of this Idiom in Movies & TV Shows: The Good HeartĀ (2010) Time of Scene: ~00:09:00 Psychiatrist: Why did you try suicide? Lucas: Well, you know, when it comes to survival of the fittest, I just have to throw in […]
tip of the iceberg
What does tip of the icebergĀ mean? Idiom Meaning: a small part of a larger problem Examples of this Idiom in Movies & TV Shows: A Bronx TaleĀ (1993) Time of Scene: ~01:18:50 Calogero ‘C’ Anello: Just like that? Sonny: Listen to me, kid. If she doesn’t reach over and lift up that button […]
take the cake
What does take the cakeĀ mean? Idiom Meaning: to be the most remarkable (or the worst) Examples of this Idiom in Movies & TV Shows: Shallow HalĀ (2001) Time of Scene: ~00:38:00 Hal: Does she take the cake, or what? Mauricio: She takes the whole bakery, Hal. True Blood “Hitting the Ground” (2010) […]
take a rain check
What does take a rain checkĀ mean? Idiom Meaning: reschedule to meet at another time Examples of this Idiom in Movies & TV Shows: Christmas VacationĀ (1989) Time of Scene: ~00:40:30 Clark: Eddie? Eddie: Yeah, if you don’t remember, this here is Rocky. Art: Have you got a kiss for me? Eddie: You’d better […]
simmer down
What does simmer downĀ mean? Idiom Meaning: relax Examples of this Idiom in Movies & TV Shows: Breaking Bad “Ozymandias”Ā (2013) Time of Scene: ~00:05:50 Hank Schrader: Ahh… ahh… Uncle Jack: Whoa, simmer down there, sparky. Kenny: What the hell did we just walk into? Todd: Hey, Uncle Jack. I don’t see Jesse Pinkman […]
shake it off
What does shake it offĀ mean? Idiom Meaning: recover from something Examples of this Idiom in Movies & TV Shows: The Eye in the SkyĀ (2015) Time of Scene: ~00:09:50 Jessica Warren: Didn’t you also break some vials? Dr. Jack Hodgins: Well, yeah, but that was like three weeks ago Dr. Camille Saroyan: You […]
settle the score
What does settle the scoreĀ mean? Idiom Meaning: get even or seek revenge Examples of this Idiom in Movies & TV Shows: Dexter “Dex, Lies, and Videotape”Ā (2007) Time of Scene: ~00:04:30 Dexter Morgan: It seems that my foster father and my biological mother were having an affair. It’s bad enough I can’t shake […]
see eye to eye
What does see eye to eyeĀ mean? Idiom Meaning: agree on something Examples of this Idiom in Movies & TV Shows: UnstableĀ (2009) Time of Scene: ~00:24:00 Olivia Benson:Ā Hey, you don’t get to knock heads even when it’s about a kid. Detective Nate Kendall: It’s no surprise we don’tĀ see eye to eye. Olivia Benson: […]
screw the pooch
What does screw the poochĀ mean? Idiom Meaning: to fail or make a serious mistake Examples of this Idiom in Movies & TV Shows: A Clockwork NebariĀ (2000) Time of Scene: ~00:20:10 John Crichton: Shyeah. It’d totally screw the pooch, babe. Law & Order: Special Victims Unit “Shadow” (2010) Time of Scene: ~00:22:30 […]
run a tight ship
What does run a tight shipĀ mean? Idiom Meaning: to be strict and structured Examples of this Idiom in Movies & TV Shows: Catnip and TrustĀ (2004) Time of Scene: ~00:03:30 Kate: Please tell me this isn’t what I think it is. Larry:Ā Yep, that’s catnip. Kate: Oh God, our daughter’s a niphead. Sarmoti: Nice. […]
rule of thumb
What does rule of thumbĀ mean? Idiom Meaning: general rule of guideline Examples of this Idiom in Movies & TV Shows: Rancho DeluxeĀ (1975) Time of Scene: ~01:29:40 Henry Beige: I’m gonna give you a rule of thumb. You foller it and you just might hold on to this ranch of yours. All large-scale […]
rise and shine
What does rise and shineĀ mean? Idiom Meaning: wake up and get out of bed Examples of this Idiom in Movies & TV Shows: Buffy the Vampire Slayer “Some Assembly Required”Ā (1997) Time of Scene: ~00:00:05 Buffy:Ā C’mon, Stephan, rise and shine. Some of us have a ton of trig homework waiting. Angel: Hey. Is […]
right as rain
What does right as rainĀ mean? Idiom Meaning: perfectly fit or feeling great Examples of this Idiom in Movies & TV Shows: Buffy the Vampire Slayer “Tabula Rasa”Ā (2001) Time of Scene: ~00:17:30 Giles: We’ll get our memory back, and it’ll all be right as rain. Spike: Oh, listen to Mary Poppins. He’s got […]
rat race
What does rat raceĀ mean? Idiom Meaning: an exhausting and competitive routine Examples of this Idiom in Movies & TV Shows: Don’t Tell Mom the Babysitter’s DeadĀ (1991) Time of Scene: ~01:18:30 Sue Ellen “Swell” Crandell: I appreciate you. Kenny Crandell: Eat shit! Sue Ellen “Swell” Crandell: I don’t believe this! I have to […]
quality time
What does quality timeĀ mean? Idiom Meaning: time spent with friends, family, or loved ones Examples of this Idiom in Movies & TV Shows: Nice Guy JohnnyĀ (2010) Time of Scene: ~00:07:50 Johnny Rizzo: I know what you’re trying to do, Uncle Terry, and I’m not interested. Okay? Uncle Terry:Ā Wait, you’re not interested in […]
quick fix
What does quick fixĀ mean? Idiom Meaning: a fastĀ method to repair something (and often only temporary) Examples of this Idiom in Movies & TV Shows: AliceĀ (2009) Time of Scene: ~00:36:50 Alice: Who are those poor people? Hatter: Refugees. Those who don’t want to be a part of the Queen’s world of instant gratification. […]
quick buck
What does quick buckĀ mean? Idiom Meaning: money that is made fast and easily Examples of this Idiom in Movies & TV Shows: Amazon Women on the MoonĀ (1987) Time of Scene: ~00:44:20 Henry Silva: Is this the way it happened? Was Jack the Ripper in fact a sixty-foot sea serpent from Scotland? Did […]
question of time
What does question of timeĀ mean? Idiom Meaning: an inevitability Examples of this Idiom in Movies & TV Shows: Life During WartimeĀ (2010) Time of Scene: ~01:02:50 Trish: Are you seeing anyone? Mark Wiener: No, I’m more focused on China. Everything else is history. It’s just a question of time. The Killer Elite […]
put a sock in it
What does put a sock in itĀ mean? Idiom Meaning: be quiet and stop talking Examples of this Idiom in Movies & TV Shows: A Garfield Christmas SpecialĀ (1987) Time of Scene: ~00:06:40 Mom: Isn’t this wonderful? The whole family together again for the holidays. We’re going to have such a splendid Christmas. Oh, […]
pull yourself together
What does pull yourself togetherĀ mean? Idiom Meaning: recover or maintain composure Examples of this Idiom in Movies & TV Shows: Shutter IslandĀ (2010) Time of Scene: ~00:01:10 Teddy Daniels: Pull yourself together, Teddy. Pull yourself together. The Hangover (2009) Time of Scene: ~00:29:20 Alan Garner: Hey, Phil, look. Alan Garner: He’s jackin’ […]
put yourself in my shoes
What does put yourself in my shoesĀ mean? Idiom Meaning: sympathize or empathize with me Examples of this Idiom in Movies & TV Shows: FraserĀ “Out with Dad” (2000) Time of Scene: ~00:01:30 Frasier: I am surprised by your gall! At the last moment, you not only bail on me, you expect me […]
pain in the neck
What does pain in the neckĀ mean? Idiom Meaning: something very annoying or frustrating Examples of this Idiom in Movies & TV Shows: Dishonored LadyĀ (1947) Time of Scene: ~00:05:40 Freddie: I always drink, particularly when I’m with you. Madeleine Damien: Am I that hard to take sober? Freddie: You’re a voluptuous pain in […]
piece of cake
What does piece of cakeĀ mean? Idiom Meaning: very easy Examples of this Idiom in Movies & TV Shows: NYPDĀ Blue “In the Butt, Bob”Ā (1995) Time of Scene: ~00:25:20 Det. Andy Sipowicz: The operation’s a piece of cake; I had it on both cheeks. ShrekĀ the Third (2007) Time of Scene: ~00:55:00 Artie: There’s […]
on a silver platter
What does on a silver platterĀ mean? Idiom Meaning: given something without any effort Examples of this Idiom in Movies & TV Shows: Entourage “New York”Ā (2004) Time of Scene: ~00:16:30 Eric: He doesn’t need me that much. Ari Gold: Of course he doesn’t need you. You’re fucking worthless. I could get a million […]
over my dead body
What does over my dead bodyĀ mean? Idiom Meaning: said when opposing something (and would prevent it from happening) Examples of this Idiom in Movies & TV Shows: ClueĀ (1985) Time of Scene: ~00:27:20 Mr. Boddy: You lockin’ me in? I’ll take the key. Wadsworth: Over my dead body, sir. Superman/Doomsday (2007) Time […]
out of the blue
What does out of the blueĀ mean? Idiom Meaning: suddenly Examples of this Idiom in Movies & TV Shows: DriveĀ (2011) Time of Scene: ~00:24:10 Shannon:Ā You know, he walked into my shop here about five or six years ago. Right out of the blue. Asking for a job. So I put him to the […]
once in a blue moon
What does once in a blue moonĀ mean? Idiom Meaning: very rarely Examples of this Idiom in Movies & TV Shows: Grey’sĀ Anatomy “Save Me” (2005) Time of Scene: ~00:40:10 Dr. Meredith Grey:Ā At the end of the day, faith is a funny thing. It turns up when you don’t really expect it. It’s like […]
off the hook
What does off the hookĀ mean? Idiom Meaning: to escape obligation (or something exciting) Examples of this Idiom in Movies & TV Shows: LiberalĀ Arts (2012) Time of Scene: ~01:06:00 Jesse Fisher: Well, it bothers me. Zibby: Well, it shouldn’t. Age is a stupid thing to obsess over. What if reincarnation is real, huh? […]
no sweat
What does no sweatĀ mean? Idiom Meaning: no problem Examples of this Idiom in Movies & TV Shows: Monty Python Live at the Hollywood BowlĀ (1982) Time of Scene: ~00:07:10 Michelangelo: It does add a bit of color, doesn’t it. Oh, I know, you don’t like the kangaroo. The Pope: What kangaroo? Michelangelo: No […]
no love lost
What does no love lostĀ mean? Idiom Meaning: extreme hatred Examples of this Idiom in Movies & TV Shows: My Fellow AmericansĀ (1996) Time of Scene: ~00:00:30 Edwin Newman: It has been described as one of the most vicious presidential races in the history of American politics, and one of the closest. The Republican […]
nest egg
What does nest eggĀ mean? Idiom Meaning: a large amount of money that is saved Examples of this Idiom in Movies & TV Shows: AliasĀ “Succession”Ā (2003) Time of Scene: ~00:56:10 Julian Sark: Eight hundred million dollars? I have nowhere near that amount in my nest egg. Ushek San’ko: That, Mr. Sark, you do. […]
neck of the woods
What does neck of the woodsĀ mean? Idiom Meaning: local neighborhood Examples of this Idiom in Movies & TV Shows: Finding NemoĀ (2003) Time of Scene: ~00:28:20 Nigel: Hi there. From my neck of the woods, eh? Sorry if I took a snap at you at one time. Fish gotta swim. Birds gotta eat. […]
many moons
What does many moonsĀ mean? Idiom Meaning: a long time Examples of this Idiom in Movies & TV Shows: Chastity BitesĀ (2013) Time of Scene: ~01:21:10 Leah: Not so fast, you eurotrash hell whore. Katharine: Leah! Liz Batho: Leah. You little brat. I knew you’d make an appearance here tonight, just as your ancestor […]
make or break
What does make or breakĀ mean? Idiom Meaning: succeed or fail in something Examples of this Idiom in Movies & TV Shows: Grey’sĀ Anatomy “The Self Destruct Button”Ā (2005) Time of Scene: ~00:11:30 Dr. George O’Malley: Hey, have you seen Shepherd? Dr. Isobel ‘Izzie’ Stevens: Not as up close as Meredith has. Dr. George O’Malley: […]
make the cut
What does make the cutĀ mean? Idiom Meaning: chosen to become part of the group (or team) Examples of this Idiom in Movies & TV Shows: DallasĀ Buyers ClubĀ (2013) Time of Scene: ~01:23:50 Rayon: She looks great. I guess I didn’t make the cut. Rayon’s Father: You made that choice yourself. Rayon: It wasn’t […]
method to my madness
What does method to my madnessĀ mean? Idiom Meaning: having a purpose or goal despite appearing disorganized Examples of this Idiom in Movies & TV Shows: Glee “Special Education”Ā (2010) Time of Scene: ~00:07:40 Will Schuester: Kurt’s gone, and he’s never coming back. We need a twelfth member. Now, I always go to Rachel […]
my cup of tea
What does my cup of teaĀ mean? Idiom Meaning: something enjoyable Examples of this Idiom in Movies & TV Shows: Curb Your Enthusiasm “Ben’s Birthday Party”Ā (2004) Time of Scene: ~00:08:50 Susie Greene:Ā Now, is this cute? I mean how much fun is this? Huh? Great, right? Larry: You know, it’s nice. Susie Greene: Yeah. […]
lost cause
What does lost causeĀ mean? Idiom Meaning: something hopeless or not worth pursuing Examples of this Idiom in Movies & TV Shows: Mr. Smith Goes to WashingtonĀ (1939) Time of Scene: ~02:06:00 Jefferson Smith: I guess this is just another lost cause Mr. Paine. All you people don’t know about lost causes. Mr. Paine […]
long shot
What does long shotĀ mean? Idiom Meaning: something that is difficult (or unlikely) to accomplish Examples of this Idiom in Movies & TV Shows: Before We GoĀ (2014) Time of Scene: ~01:11:30 Brooke Dalton: What if he loves her more? Nick Vaughan: I’d say that’s a long shot. Brooke Dalton: It’s possible isn’t it? […]
lion’s share
What does lion’s shareĀ mean? Idiom Meaning: the majority Examples of this Idiom in Movies & TV Shows: Downton Abbey “Episode 3.1”Ā (2012) Time of Scene: ~00:09:50 Robert Crawley: Are you really telling me that all the money is gone? George Murray: I’m afraid so. Robert Crawley: The lion’s share of Cora’s fortune? Robert […]
let your hair down
What does let your hair downĀ mean? Idiom Meaning: relax and have fun Examples of this Idiom in Movies & TV Shows: A Chorus LineĀ (1985) Time of Scene: ~00:39:30 Zach: Goddammit, now can’t anybody up there hear me! Just let your hair down! Can’t you talk? All of you just talk to me. […]
let the cat out of the bag
What does let the cat out of the bagĀ mean? Idiom Meaning: reveal a secret Examples of this Idiom in Movies & TV Shows: In the LoopĀ (2009) Time of Scene: ~01:26:00 Malcolm Tucker:Ā Hi. BBC News Desk, please. Malcolm Tucker. Hi Ben. Listen, I hear that you might be preparing a story that we […]
keep your chin up
What does keep your chin upĀ mean? Idiom Meaning: be optimistic Examples of this Idiom in Movies & TV Shows: EvolutionĀ (2001) Time of Scene: ~00:32:50 Harry Block: Keep your chin up. You know she wanted to give you some, don’t you? Ira Kane: Were you even in that courtroom? Harry Block: Getting barbecued […]
keep your shirt on
What does keep your shirt onĀ mean? Idiom Meaning: relax Examples of this Idiom in Movies & TV Shows: CrittersĀ (1986) Time of Scene: ~00:50:00 Charlie McFadden: Keep your shirt on asshole. The Giant Claw (1957) Time of Scene: ~00:28:40 Mitch MacAfee:Ā Stop leaning on the buzzer. I’m coming. Captain:Ā Mr. MacAfee. Mitch MacAfee:Ā Or a […]
knock your socks off
What does knock your socks off onĀ mean? Idiom Meaning: get you very excited Examples of this Idiom in Movies & TV Shows: The Big Bang Theory “The Classified Materials Turbulence”Ā (2009) Time of Scene: ~00:02:20 Sheldon Cooper : Excuse me, Stuart, have you read the new Flash? Stuart : No. Sheldon Cooper : […]
kill two birds with one stone
What does kill two birds with one stoneĀ mean? Idiom Meaning: accomplish two things at the same time Examples of this Idiom in Movies & TV Shows: Blank CheckĀ (1994) Time of Scene: ~01:06:30 Henry: KillĀ two birds with one stone. You heard that one? You know anybody who’s actually killed one bird with one […]
kick the bucket
What does kick the bucketĀ mean? Idiom Meaning: die Examples of this Idiom in Movies & TV Shows: Daria “It Happened One Nut”Ā (1999) Time of Scene: ~00:03:00 Helen:Ā Daria, have you given any thought to your career plans? Daria Morgendorffer: I guess I’ll just wait around for people to kick the bucket. Helen: I […]
joined at the hip
What does joined at the hipĀ mean? Idiom Meaning: very close (with a partner or friend) Examples of this Idiom in Movies & TV Shows: BridesmaidsĀ (2011) Time of Scene: ~00:21:10 Helen: Maid of honor! There she is! It’s so lovely to meet Lillian’s childhood friend! Annie: You’re so pretty. Helen: You’re so cute! […]
join the club
What does join the clubĀ mean? Idiom Meaning: said when two people share something (typically unpleasant) in common Examples of this Idiom in Movies & TV Shows: The Lost Boys (1987) Time of Scene: ~00:48:40 David: Initiation’s over, Michael. Time to join the club! Ā Watch on Youtube! The Office “Conflict Resolution”Ā (2006) Time […]
jury is out
What does jury isĀ outĀ mean? Idiom Meaning: a final decision hasn’t been made yet Examples of this Idiom in Movies & TV Shows: The AvengersĀ (2012) Time of Scene: ~00:54:20 Steve Rogers: Are you nuts? Tony Stark: Jury’s out. The Corporation (2003) Time of Scene: ~00:32:00 Jane Akre: There’s a cost to the […]
jump ship
What does jump shipĀ mean? Idiom Meaning: escape or abandon Examples of this Idiom in Movies & TV Shows: CaddyshackĀ (1980) Time of Scene: ~00:10:30 Carl Spackler: So I jump ship in Hong Kong and I make my way over to Tibet, and I get on as a looper at a course over in […]
jump the gun
What does jump the gunĀ mean? Idiom Meaning: start too soon Examples of this Idiom in Movies & TV Shows: Rectify “Jacob’s Ladder”Ā (2013) Time of Scene: ~00:11:40 Janet Talbot: Did youĀ jump the gun? Amantha Holden: Don’t I always? Janet Talbot: No. You usually face the gun, Amantha. You always have ever since you […]
icing on the cake
What does icing on the cakeĀ mean? Idiom Meaning: an inessential but attractive bonus to something Examples of this Idiom in Movies & TV Shows: The History BoysĀ (2006) Time of Scene: ~00:41:00 Mrs. Bibby: Our lord and master, having grudgingly conceded that art may have its uses, I gather I’m supossed to give […]
I bet
What does I betĀ mean? Idiom Meaning: I think so / I am sure Examples of this Idiom in Movies & TV Shows: Kill Bill:Ā Vol. 1Ā (2003) Time of Scene: ~00:00:55 Bill: Do you find me sadistic? You know, I bet I could fry an egg on your head right now if I wanted […]
it takes two to tango
What does it takes two to tangoĀ mean? Idiom Meaning: it requires two people to do something Examples of this Idiom in Movies & TV Shows: IncendiaryĀ (2008) Time of Scene: ~01:27:00 Young Mother:Ā I am the city, Osama. I am the whole world. Murder me with bombs and I will only build myself again. […]
in over my head
What does in over my headĀ mean? Idiom Meaning: trying something that is much too difficult to accomplish Examples of this Idiom in Movies & TV Shows: Deus Ex Machina “Person of Interest”Ā (2014) Time of Scene: ~00:31:20 George Hersh: Oh, dear. I think I might be in over my head. John Reese: I’m […]
in a nutshell
What does in a nutshellĀ mean? Idiom Meaning: to sum up Examples of this Idiom in Movies & TV Shows: Ferris Bueller’s Day Off (1986) Time of Scene: ~01:18:20 Jeannie: In a nutshell, I hate my brother. Boy in Police Station: That’s cool. Did you blow him away or somethin’? I Am […]
hit the road
What does hit the roadĀ mean? Idiom Meaning: leave from somewhere Examples of this Idiom in Movies & TV Shows: Bound for GloryĀ (1976) Time of Scene: ~00:01:20 Carl: Hey, Wood. Woody Guthrie: Yeah. Old Man Jenkins: Cherry wine. Goddamit, Woody. I got half a notion to pull up stakes and hit the road […]
head over heels
What does head over heelsĀ mean? Idiom Meaning: falling in love Examples of this Idiom in Movies & TV Shows: How I Met Your Mother “The Naked Truth”Ā (2011) Time of Scene: ~00:17:50 Ted Mosby: I don’t want to be choosing between two girls. I want to be a complete head over heels idiot […]
have a cow
What does have a cowĀ mean? Idiom Meaning: get angry or go crazy Examples of this Idiom in Movies & TV Shows: Look Who’s Talking TooĀ (1990) Time of Scene: N/A Mikey: Got you a gift for coming into the world, here it is. Have a cow, honey. Alright don’t have a cow. […]
hat trick
What does hat trickĀ mean? Idiom Meaning: three goals by one player Examples of this Idiom in Movies & TV Shows: DaredevilĀ (2003) Time of Scene: ~01:25:00 Bullseye: Fisk was right about you. He said you wouldn’t go easy. Daredevil: Fisk? Fisk is the Kingpin? Bullseye: Yeah. That whole red rose thing? He loves […]
hang in there
What does hang in thereĀ mean? Idiom Meaning: try to be optimistic or patient Examples of this Idiom in Movies & TV Shows: Blade: TrinityĀ (2004) Time of Scene: ~01:36:10 Hannibal King:Ā Hang in there, kitten. I’ll get help. Frozen (2013) Time of Scene: ~00:09:10 Young Anna: Do you wanna build a snowman? Or […]
gravy train
What does gravy trainĀ mean? Idiom Meaning: a way to make a lot of money Examples of this Idiom in Movies & TV Shows: Ghost RiderĀ (2007) Time of Scene: ~01:21:30 Mack: Yeah. Well, if this gets out in the press, his career is over. Roxanne Simpson: Yeah. Trust me. His career’s the least […]
glutton for punishment
What does glutton for punishmentĀ mean? Idiom Meaning: someone who enjoys doing hard or unpleasant tasks Examples of this Idiom in Movies & TV Shows: CharlyĀ (2002) Time of Scene: ~01:02:55 Charly: I told him how you’d broken my heart. He understood about that. But I said, “I still love him.” Sam: What did […]
give no quarter
What does give no quarterĀ mean? Idiom Meaning: show no mercy Examples of this Idiom in Movies & TV Shows: 300: Rise of an EmpireĀ (2014) Time of Scene: ~01:21:50 Artemisia: Today the last Greek ships will be destroyed. Show them no mercy. Give them no quarter. Today we will dance across the backs […]
get hitched
What does get hitchedĀ mean? Idiom Meaning: get married Examples of this Idiom in Movies & TV Shows: SeinfeldĀ “The Wife”Ā (1994) Time of Scene: ~00:05:50 Cosmo Kramer: Hey Elaine, whatdya say if neither of us is married in 10 years, you and I get hitched. Elaine Benes: Make it 50. Cosmo Kramer: We’re engaged! […]
get a head start
What does get a head start mean? Idiom Meaning: begin earlier than others Examples of this Idiom in Movies & TV Shows: Death HuntĀ (1981) Time of Scene: ~00:24:40 Sundog/George Washington Lincoln Brown: Take it easy, kid. Take it easy. You have a lot of potential for a rookie, but damn you’re ragged. […]
flesh and blood
What does flesh and bloodĀ mean? Idiom Meaning: family Examples of this Idiom in Movies & TV Shows: Dark Matter “Episode 1.12” (2015) Time of Scene: ~00:08:00 Two: You saw the scans. One: Yeah, and they said you’re flesh and blood. Two: Artificially constructed. Like one of those transfer transit clones. One: Those […]
fit like a glove
What does fit like a glove mean? Idiom Meaning: fit or match perfectly Examples of this Idiom in Movies & TV Shows: Corpse Bride (2005) Time of Scene: ~00:22:30 Bonejangles:Ā So they conjured up a plan to meet late at night. They told not a soul, kept the whole thing tight. Now her […]
fat chance
What does fat chanceĀ mean? Idiom Meaning: unlikely to happen Examples of this Idiom in Movies & TV Shows: Happy Feet Two (2011) Time of Scene: ~00:25:00 Ramon: You, me, beautiful egg, right now. Carmen: You? Me?Ā Fat chance. Ramon: I have a chance, and it’s fat! Watch on YouTube! Hocus Pocus (1993) […]
face the music
What does face the musicĀ mean? Idiom Meaning: deal with the consequences Examples of this Idiom in Movies & TV Shows: ScentĀ of a Woman (1992) Time of Scene: ~00:57:25 Lt. Col. Frank Slade: Oh uh, Charlie. About your little problem… there are two kinds of people in this world… those who stand up […]
fill to the brim
What does fill to the brimĀ mean? Idiom Meaning: filled to capacity Examples of this Idiom in Movies & TV Shows: Fraser “Leapin’ Lizards” (1995) Time of Scene: ~00:07:30 Dr. Frasier Crane: Well, let me see. Of course my falsetto isn’t what it used to be. But um… three little maids from school […]
elephant in the room
What does elephant in the roomĀ mean? Idiom Meaning: something obvious that nobody wants to talk about Examples of this Idiom in Movies & TV Shows: 22 Jump Street (2014) Time of Scene: ~01:04:55 Captain Dickson: Gentlemen, you’re not gonna sit here and pretend there’s not a big-ass elephant in the room. […]
everything but the kitchen sink
What does everything but the kitchen sinkĀ mean? Idiom Meaning: everything imaginable Examples of this Idiom in Movies & TV Shows: Fraser “The Late Dr. Crane” (1999) Time of Scene: ~00:20:20 Martin: You know, I think what you discovered this week is that something’s missing from your life. And before you start to […]
easier said than done
What does easier said than doneĀ mean? Idiom Meaning: easier to talk about than to act upon Examples of this Idiom in Movies & TV Shows: Castle “The Wrong Stuff” (2015) Time of Scene: ~00:03:40 Kate Beckett: Well, I’d like to see the body. So where is the simulation? Ed Redley: Couple of […]
early bird
What does early birdĀ mean? Idiom Meaning: someone who wakes up early in the morning Examples of this Idiom in Movies & TV Shows: Star Trek: The Next Generation “The Best of Both Worlds”Ā (1990) Time of Scene: ~00:09:15 Lt. Cmdr Elizabeth Paula Shelby: Morning. Early bird gets the worm, eh? We’ve had some […]
eager beaver
What does eager beaverĀ mean? Idiom Meaning: a keen and hard-working person Examples of this Idiom in Movies & TV Shows: NCIS “Legend” (2009) Time of Scene: ~00:08:25 Officer Ziva David: After our last trip to LA, I do not understand why you would think I would be such an eager platypus, Tony. […]
drive me crazy
What does drive me crazyĀ mean? Idiom Meaning: make annoyed (or make someone fall in love) Examples of this Idiom in Movies & TV Shows: Before Sunrise (1995) Time of Scene: ~00:50:30 Jesse: You know what drives me crazy? It’s all these people talking about how great technology is and how it saves […]
double dating
What does double datingĀ mean? Idiom Meaning: two couples dating together Examples of this Idiom in Movies & TV Shows: CommunityĀ “Politics of Human Sexuality” (2009) Time of Scene: ~00:02:10 Pierce Hawthorne: Hey guys. Jeff and I are double dating tonight with my new girlfriend. Jeff Winger: You got that from “I doubt it”? […]
dirt cheap
What does dirt cheapĀ mean? Idiom Meaning: very inexpensive Examples of this Idiom in Movies & TV Shows: Absolutely FamousĀ “Morocco” (1994) Time of Scene: ~00:03:50 Eddie: Study? You don’t go to Marrakech to study, darling. Patsy: No you don’t! Eddie: There are lots of reasons to go to Marrakech and studying is […]
dig deep
What does dig deepĀ mean? Idiom Meaning: try hard Examples of this Idiom in Movies & TV Shows: Live Free or Die Hard (2007) Time of Scene: ~01:40:00 Matt Farrell: Seriously, you probably shouldn’t antagonize them since they have all the loaded guns and whatnot. Lucy McClane: Listen. Will you just take a […]
easy come, easy go
What does easy come, easy go mean? Idiom Meaning: something that is achieved easily is also lost easily Examples of this Idiom in Movies & TV Shows: Other People’s Money (1991) Time of Scene: n/a Lawrence Garfield: We make passionate love the rest of the night. Whoever comes first, loses. Kate Sullivan: […]
cup of joe
What does cup of joe mean? Idiom Meaning: cup of coffee Examples of this Idiom in Movies & TV Shows: Band of BrothersĀ “Bastogne”Ā (2001) Time of Scene: ~00:11:00 Walter S. Gordon Jr.: Cup of joe, Doc? Cpl. Eugene Roe: Gordon, I need scissors. You got scissors? Sharp scissors? Walter S. Gordon Jr.: Scissors? […]
crocodile tears
What does crocodile tears mean? Idiom Meaning: fake tears Examples of this Idiom in Movies & TV Shows: Designated Survivor “Home” (2017) Tom Kirkman: Have we heard from Mike or Hannah yet? Aaron Shore: No, we can’t raise them, sir. We think they may have come under fire. Tom Kirkman: We think? […]
cream of the crop
What doesĀ cream of the cropĀ mean? Idiom Meaning: the best of the group Examples of this Idiom in Movies & TV Shows: Megaman (2010) Elec Man: The battles you’ve had up to this point were just child’s play. Now you get to face me, theĀ cream of the crop, the best damn machine of […]
cold feet
What does cold feetĀ mean? Idiom Meaning: being nervous before an important event Examples of this Idiom in Movies & TV Shows: Cheers “The Days of Wine and Neuroses” (1991) Sam Malone: Is this about getting married tomorrow? Are you getting cold feet? Rebecca Howe: Certainly not. I am perfectly prepared to marry […]
call it a day
What does call it a day mean? Idiom Meaning: finish work or give up Examples of this Idiom in Movies & TV Shows: Payback (1999) Time of Scene: ~00:02:30 Porter: You’d think after five months of lying on my back, I would have given up any idea of getting even, just be […]
beat a dead horse
What doesĀ beat a dead horseĀ mean? Idiom Meaning: waste time and energy on an unchangeable situation Examples of this Idiom in Movies & TV Shows: Frasier “Room Service” (1998) Time of Scene: ~00:09:50 Niles: When you feel yourself yielding to her, summon an image so repellent you’ll be incapable of any sexual desire. […]
black and blue
What does black and blueĀ mean? Idiom Meaning: covered in bruises Examples of this Idiom in Movies & TV Shows: Jessica Jones “AKA It’s Called Whiskey”Ā (2015) Jessica Jones: You turned my room into a gym? Trish Walker: I needed a place to train. Jessica Jones: By training, you mean getting beaten black and […]
bitter pill
What does bitter pillĀ mean? Idiom Meaning: something unpleasant Examples of this Idiom in Movies & TV Shows: Saving Mr. Banks (2013) Time of Scene: ~00:54:50 Walt Disney and Richard Sherman:Ā Ā My world was calm, well ordered, exemplary. Then came this person, with chaos in her wake. And now my life’s ambitions go with […]
bad egg
What does badĀ egg mean? Idiom Meaning: a bad or dishonest person Examples of this Idiom in Movies & TV Shows: Flight of the ConchordsĀ “Bret Gives Up the Dream” (2007) Time of Scene: ~00:09:30 Bret: It’s a chicken egg situation. Murray: What does he mean, chicken? Jemaine: Well, you know… what came first […]
basket case
What does basket case mean? Idiom Meaning: a useless person who cannot cope Examples of this Idiom in Movies & TV Shows: MacGyver “Deadly Silents” (1991) MacGyver: Pinky! Were you always this nervous in the old days? Pinky Burnette: Well, I… of course I was nervous. I… I… I invented the would […]
all ears
What does all earsĀ mean? Idiom Meaning: ready to listen Examples of this Idiom in Movies & TV Shows: Casino Royale (2006) Time of Scene: ~01:35:50 Doctor: Stay calm and don’t interrupt. Because you’ll be dead within two minutes unless you do exactly what I tell you. James Bond: I’m all ears. […]
Achilles heel
What does Achilles heel mean? Idiom Meaning: primary weakness Examples of this Idiom in Movies & TV Shows: Lady and the Tramp (1955) Time of Scene: ~00:58:00 Pedro: Pardon me, amigo. What is this chili deal? Boris: Achilles heel, Pedro. This is meaning his… uh… weaknesses. Toughy: Oh! Oh, the dames. Yeah. […]
ace in the hole
What does ace in the holeĀ mean? Idiom Meaning: a hidden secret advantage Examples of this Idiom in Movies & TV Shows: One More Train to Rob (1971) Timothy X. Nolan: You let the old Chinaman slip away. He was my ace in the hole! Harker Fleet: He wasn’t worth two deuces in […]
a dime a dozen
What does a dime a dozen mean? Idiom Meaning: veryĀ common and with no unique value Examples of this Idiom in Movies & TV Shows: Death of a Salesman (1985) Time of Scene: ~02:03:25 Willy Loman: The door of your life is wide open! Biff Loman: Pop, I’m a dime a dozen and […]