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 fish, including its inflections. Clear word filter
4 idioms
a fish out of water
CEFR B1Someone who feels uncomfortable because they are in an unfamiliar situation.
Neutral
big fish in a small pond
CEFR B2an important person in a small or limited environment
Neutral
have bigger fish to fry
CEFR B2To have more important matters to deal with.
Informal
fish or cut bait
CEFR C1choose between taking useful action and stepping aside
Informal