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Bury the Hatchet – झगड़ा खत्म करके सुलह करना

Meaning & Explanation The idiom "Bury the hatchet" means to end a conflict or argument and make peace with someone. It symbolizes letting go of past disagreements and starting fresh. Hindi Equivalent:…

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Burn Your Boats/Bridges – ऐसा काम करना जो वापसी को असंभव बनाए

Meaning & Explanation The idiom "Burn your boats/bridges" means to take an irreversible action that eliminates all options for retreat, forcing you to move forward. It originates from military strategies where commanders…

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Break the Bank – बहुत महंगा होना

Meaning & Explanation The idiom "Break the bank" means to cost an extremely large amount of money - so much that it could theoretically bankrupt someone or an organization. It describes something…

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Break a Leg – शुभकामनाएं देना

Meaning & Explanation The idiom "Break a leg" is a popular way to wish someone good luck, especially before a performance, presentation, or important event. Ironically, it uses a phrase that literally…

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Brain is Better Than Brawn – बुद्धि बल से बेहतर

Meaning & Explanation The proverb "Brain is better than brawn" emphasizes that intelligence, strategy, and mental strength are more powerful and effective than physical strength alone. It highlights the value of wisdom…

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Bounce Something Off Someone – किसी से विचार-विमर्श करना

Meaning & Explanation The idiom "Bounce something off someone" means to share an idea, plan, or thought with someone to get their opinion or feedback. It implies a casual yet purposeful discussion…

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Bored to Death – बोरियत से मर जाना / बहुत ऊब जाना

Meaning & Explanation The idiom "Bored to death" humorously exaggerates extreme boredom, suggesting something is so dull it feels unbearable—as if one might "die" from lack of stimulation. Hindi Equivalent: "बोरियत से…

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Boil the Ocean – असंभव या बहुत महत्वाकांक्षी काम शुरू करना

Meaning & Explanation The idiom "Boil the ocean" refers to attempting an impossibly large or unrealistic task—something so ambitious that it cannot possibly be achieved. It is often used to criticize impractical…

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Blow Off Steam – गुस्सा या तनाव निकालना

Meaning & Explanation The idiom "Blow off steam" means to release pent-up emotions, frustration, or stress through physical activity, verbal expression, or other energetic outlets. It refers to the process of venting…

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