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Expressions you’ll hear in the US — distinctly American usage first, then widespread staples.
long betwixt the fingers
Recognized English idiom; full definition pending editorial review.
long drink
a tall, refreshing drink
long finger
Recognized English idiom; full definition pending editorial review.
long fuse
Someone with a long fuse has a lot of patience and takes time to get angry.
long green
Money, especially in large amounts
long hour
A period of time that feels longer than it actually is
long in coming
Taking a long time to happen or arrive
long in the tooth
Rather old.
long odds
Unfavorable or unlikely chances of success
long pork
Human flesh, especially when considered as food
long row to hoe
A difficult task or challenge ahead
long run
a long period of time
long screwdriver
a person who interferes in others' business
long since
Happened or was done a long time ago
long story short
to summarize or get to the point
long time
a significant period
long time no hear
Recognized English idiom; full definition pending editorial review.
long-time listener, first-time caller
Recognized English idiom; full definition pending editorial review.
look ahere
Recognized English idiom; full definition pending editorial review.
look and feel
The appearance and overall impression of something
look around
Examine one's surroundings
look as if one had lost a shilling and found sixpence
look unhappy or disappointed
look as if one has lost a shilling and found sixpence
look unhappy or disappointed
look askance
To view with suspicion or disapproval
look before one leaps
Think before acting impulsively
look before you leap
Traditional English proverbial phrase; full definition pending editorial review.
look down on
To regard someone or something as inferior
look down one's nose
To regard someone or something with contempt or superiority
look down upon
To regard someone or something as inferior
look for a dog to kick
Recognized English idiom; full definition pending editorial review.
look for number one
To prioritize one's own interests and needs
look forward to
Anticipate with pleasure
look here
Pay attention to what I am saying
look into
Investigate or examine something
look off
to seem or appear unwell
look on
to observe or consider something
look on the bright side of it
Focus on the positive aspects of a situation
look on the dark side
To focus on the negative aspects of a situation
look out
be careful or beware
look out for number one
Prioritize one's own interests and needs above others
look out for someone
To care for or protect someone's interests
look over one's shoulder
Constantly feel anxious or threatened
look right through
To completely ignore or disregard someone
look round
To take a brief look at something or somewhere
look the part
appear suitable for a particular role or situation
look through
Examine or search something carefully
look through one's fingers
To deliberately ignore or overlook something
look to
depend on someone or something for help or guidance
look up
search for information in a reference book
look up and down
Recognized English idiom; full definition pending editorial review.
look up to
Admire and respect someone
look what the cat's dragged in
an unwelcome or disheveled person has arrived
loom large
To seem important or threatening
loose end
An unfinished or unresolved issue
loose ends
Unresolved issues or unfinished tasks
loose lip
Someone who talks too much or reveals secrets
loose lips sink ships
Careless talk can lead to trouble or disaster
loose tongue
Talks excessively or carelessly
loosen someone's lips
to make someone talk or reveal secrets