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 do, including its inflections. Clear word filter
do the job
CEFR B1to be good enough to achieve the desired result
do the trick
CEFR B1to achieve the desired result or solve a problem
do your own thing
CEFR B1follow your own preferences rather than conforming to what others do
easier said than done
CEFR B1Something that sounds simple to do but is actually hard.
money doesn't grow on trees
CEFR B1Used to remind someone that money is limited and hard to earn.
don't put all your eggs in one basket
CEFR B2Don't risk everything on a single plan or possibility.
when all is said and done
CEFR B2ultimately, after everything has been discussed and considered
do someone's head in
CEFR C1to cause intense mental strain, frustration, or irritation
that dog don't hunt
CEFR C1that explanation, proposal, or excuse is unconvincing or ineffective