Fixed expressions

Idioms

English fixed expressions — phrases whose meaning isn't obvious from the individual words. Each entry shows the meaning, an example sentence, and its register.

Idioms containing at, including its inflections. Clear word filter

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6 idioms

at the end of the day

CEFR B1

ultimately; when everything is considered

Informal

have a crack at

CEFR B2

to make an attempt at doing something

Informal

have a stab at

CEFR B2

to make an attempt at doing something, often something you're unsure about

Informal

throw it at the wall and see what sticks

CEFR B2

to try many ideas quickly, keeping only the ones that work

Informal

throw somebody in at the deep end

CEFR B2

to make someone start a difficult task with little preparation or help

Informal

at sixes and sevens

CEFR C1

in a confused, disorganized state

Informal

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at the end of the day

have a crack at

have a stab at

throw it at the wall and see what sticks

throw somebody in at the deep end

at sixes and sevens

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