would give a Jew's eye
to give something very valuable
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Expressions you’ll hear in Britain and Ireland — distinctly British usage first, then widespread staples.
woulda, coulda, shoulda
Expresses regret for past actions or decisions not taken
wouldn't be seen dead
would never be associated with something
wouldn't shout if a shark bit him
Someone extremely quiet or uncommunicative
wouldn't you know
used to express surprise or irony
wouldn't you say
used to ask for agreement or confirmation
wrack and ruin
A state of complete destruction or devastation
wrap around one's little finger
to completely control or influence someone
wrap in cotton wool
To protect someone excessively from harm or difficulty
wrap in the flag
Recognized English idiom; full definition pending editorial review.
wrap up
to finish or complete something
wrestle with a pig
To engage in a struggle or argument that is dirty or unproductive
write checks one can't cash
Make promises one cannot keep
write for the drawer
To create content without intending to publish or share it
write one's own ticket
Have the freedom to make one's own decisions and choices
write oneself into a corner
Recognized English idiom; full definition pending editorial review.
write the book
Recognized English idiom; full definition pending editorial review.
writer's cramp
A creative block or inability to write
writing on the wall
A clear sign or warning of an impending event or disaster
written all over someone's face
Clearly visible in someone's expression
written in blood
Established or guaranteed at great personal cost
written in the stars
Recognized English idiom; full definition pending editorial review.
wrong crowd
People with whom it is unwise to associate
wrong number
A person mistakenly contacted or met
wrong side of the tracks
From a poor or disadvantaged neighborhood