Recent 12 Months Editorial Idioms and Phrases

A large number or wide variety of things

A primary demand, main request, or crucial negotiating priority in official talks

Something that is well known, obvious, or universally understood rather than hidden

In all essential ways; practically or virtually

Has a strong, noticeable effect or makes a powerful impression

Having low priority; postponed or set aside for the time being

A phrase meaning that everyone must join in and work hard to help in a difficult situation

A long period without winning any medals or championships

To gain courage, hope, or confidence from a situation

To perform, compete, or achieve results beyond what is expected based on one's size, capacity, or resources

To unexpectedly defeat a stronger or favored opponent

People or things of a similar type or status

At any time or in any way that one chooses, without needing permission or justification

The last in a series of unpleasant events that finally makes you feel that you cannot accept a situation any longer

A set of reasons or arguments that lead to a conclusion

Under the control of or dependent on something else

At the point of transition, or right on the edge of a significant change

A person or group that is powerful and must be respected or taken seriously

A sudden period of winning many gold medals (originally, a rapid movement of people to a newly discovered goldfield)

Performed as well as advertised or expected