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 name, including its inflections. Clear word filter
4 idioms
name names
CEFR B1to identify specific people, especially those linked to wrongdoing or secrecy
Neutral
the name of the game
CEFR B1the central, most important aspect of a situation
Informal
name your poison
CEFR C1used informally to ask which drink someone wants
Informal
your name will be mud
CEFR C1people will strongly disapprove of you and your reputation will suffer
Informal