Example
“Try to focus on the big picture instead of small setbacks.”
Dictionary details
Related idioms
Expressions connected by reviewed component words or topic tags.
boil down to
Informal · CEFR B2
to be summarized as or reduced to the most essential point
take home message
Neutral · CEFR B2
the main point or lesson you should remember from something
at the end of the day
Informal · CEFR B1
ultimately; when everything is considered
golden rule
Neutral · CEFR B1
the most important rule or principle to follow
on the other hand
Neutral · CEFR B1
used to introduce a contrasting point of view or alternative
overall picture
Neutral · CEFR B1
the complete view of a situation, including all the main parts
Source methodology
Meanings, register, CEFR, and examples come from the reviewed dictionary record. Expression notes may describe a reviewed present-day word picture or a background note; they are not presented as verified etymology.