english grammar

IDIOMS Idioms may be defined as expressions peculiar to a language. They play an important part in all languages. Many verbs, when followed by various prepositions, or ad verbs, acquire an idiomatic sense; as, He backed up (supported) his friend's claim. The present disturbances will soon blow over (pass off) The police produced evidence to bear out (substantiate) the charge of murder. You must not build your hopes upon (rely upon) his promises. The matter has been cleared up (explained). I readily closed with (accepted) his offer. He is ready to dispose off (sell) his car for Rs. 1,20,000. Rust has eaten away (corroded) the plate. They fixed upon (chose) him to do the work. My good behaviour so far gained on (won the favour of) the emperor that I began to conceive hopes of liberty. The habit of chewing tobacco has been growing upon (is having stronger and stronger hold over) him. Please hear me out (i.e., hear me to the end). I have hit...