nothing more than
Recognized English idiom; full definition pending editorial review.
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Expressions you’ll hear in the US — distinctly American usage first, then widespread staples.
nothing short of
completely or utterly
nothing succeeds like success
Success often leads to more success
nothing to it
Recognized English idiom; full definition pending editorial review.
nothing to write home about
Recognized English idiom; full definition pending editorial review.
nothing ventured, nothing gained
Traditional English proverbial phrase; full definition pending editorial review.
noughts and crosses
a game where two players take turns marking spaces on a grid
nourish a viper in one's bosom
To care for someone who will eventually harm you
now and again
Occasionally or from time to time
now and later
at the present time and also in the future
now and then
Occasionally or from time to time
now for
used to indicate a change in subject or activity
now or never
do something immediately or miss the opportunity
now you mention it
Used to acknowledge something as true or relevant after someone mentions it
now you're cooking
Recognized English idiom; full definition pending editorial review.
now you're talking
Recognized English idiom; full definition pending editorial review.
now, more than ever
At this time, something is especially needed or true
nowhere to be found
Recognized English idiom; full definition pending editorial review.
nubian queen
A powerful or dominant female figure
nuclear option
a drastic and extreme measure
nudge nudge wink wink
Recognized English idiom; full definition pending editorial review.
nugget of truth
A small but valuable or accurate piece of information
nuke the fridge
to ruin something with an unrealistic or implausible element
null and void
Completely invalid or having no legal effect
number games
Manipulating numbers to deceive or mislead
number one
The best or most important thing
number one with a bullet
Recognized English idiom; full definition pending editorial review.
nuremberg defense
Recognized English idiom; full definition pending editorial review.
nut-cutting time
time to make a decision or take action
nuts and bolts
Basic components or practical details
nuts to butts
packed tightly together