gone south
Having an unforeseen or chaotic result.
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Where will you be? Anywhere UK & IrelandUnited StatesOnline slangBusiness jargon
Expressions you’ll hear in the US — distinctly American usage first, then widespread staples.
grandfathered in
That one is exempt from a new rule or policy because one established their activity or status before the rule changed.
grasp the nettle
To tackle a problem in a bold manner, despite the difficulty or complexity of doing so; to solve a problem despite short-term adverse consequences.
green light
Permission to go ahead.
green with envy
Very envious.
grist to the mill
Something used to an advantage.
Gypped (also spelled Jipped)
To be swindled or "ripped off.
gag a dog off a gut wagon
Recognized English idiom; full definition pending editorial review.
gagging for it
Desperate or eager for something, often sex or attention
gain momentum
Recognized English idiom; full definition pending editorial review.
gain time
To delay or postpone something in order to have more time
gall and wormwood
Something very bitter or unpleasant to endure
gallows humor
Humor that makes light of a dire or frightening situation
game face
A person's expression or attitude when competing or performing
game out
To think through and plan for all possible outcomes or scenarios.
game plan
A strategy or plan for achieving a goal
game, set, match
A complete victory, with all points won
gandy dancer
a railroad worker who maintains tracks
gang up
To join together to intimidate or overwhelm someone
gang up on
To join together to attack or intimidate someone
gapers' block
Traffic congestion caused by drivers slowing down to gawk at an incident
garden variety
Recognized English idiom; full definition pending editorial review.
Gary Glitter
a person who is considered flashy or attention-seeking
gas and air
A mixture of nitrous oxide and oxygen used for pain relief
gateway drug
A substance that leads to the use of stronger drugs
gather rosebuds
Enjoy life while you can
gather way
to gain momentum or speed
gavel to order
Recognized English idiom; full definition pending editorial review.
gear up
Prepare for a challenge or increased activity
gender bender
A person or thing that challenges traditional gender roles
genetic lottery
The chance circumstances of one's birth and genetic inheritance
genius is an infinite capacity for taking pains
Traditional English proverbial phrase; full definition pending editorial review.
gentle as a lamb
Very gentle and calm in manner or behavior
gentle giant
A large or powerful person who is also very kind and gentle.
gentle or simple
mild or uncomplicated
gentle sex
Women, regarded as traditionally more compassionate and nurturing.
genuine article
The real thing, not a fake or imitation
German goiter
Recognized English idiom; full definition pending editorial review.
German virgin
a person who has never had sex
get a charge out of
to enjoy or take pleasure in something
get a clue
Recognized English idiom; full definition pending editorial review.
get a fix
Recognized English idiom; full definition pending editorial review.
get a grip
Regain control of your emotions or situation.
get a kick out of
to enjoy or find amusement in something
get a leg up
Recognized English idiom; full definition pending editorial review.
get a line on
Recognized English idiom; full definition pending editorial review.
get a move on
to hurry up or start doing something
get a pair
receive a pair of something, usually as a reward or gift
get a rise out of
to provoke or annoy someone
get a room
Recognized English idiom; full definition pending editorial review.
get a wiggle on
Recognized English idiom; full definition pending editorial review.
get ahead of oneself
To do or plan something too quickly, before being ready
get along
to have a good relationship
get amongst it
to participate or get involved in something
get away with
to do something wrong or unacceptable without being punished
get back at
to retaliate or take revenge on someone
get back on the horse
Recognized English idiom; full definition pending editorial review.
get back on the horse that bucked one
Recognized English idiom; full definition pending editorial review.
get beans
Recognized English idiom; full definition pending editorial review.
get bent
Recognized English idiom; full definition pending editorial review.