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 white, including its inflections. Clear word filter
2 idioms
white elephant
CEFR C1an expensive, burdensome asset that is hard to maintain and brings no benefit
Neutral
white knight
CEFR C1a friendly company or investor that rescues a target from a hostile takeover
Neutral