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 stab, including its inflections. Clear word filter
2 idioms
have a stab at
CEFR B2to make an attempt at doing something, often something you're unsure about
Informal
stab someone in the back
CEFR B2to betray someone secretly
Neutral