B
Idioms beginning with "B"
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Contents of B:
[be on the verge of] {v. phr.}
To be about to do something; be very close to.
We were on the verge of going bankrupt when, unexpectedly, my wife won the lottery and our business was saved.
[be on to] {v. phr.}
To understand the motives of someone; not be deceived.
Jack keeps telling us how wealthy his family is, but we are on to him.
[be oneself] {v.}
To act naturally; act normally without trying unduly to impress others.
Just try being yourself; I promise people will like you more.
[be out] {v. phr.}
1. To not be at home or at one's place of work.
I tried to call but they told me that Al was out.
2. To be unacceptable; not be considered; impossible.
* /I suggested that we hire more salespeople but the boss replied that […]
[be out to] {v. phr.}
To intend to do; to plan to commit.
The police felt that the gang may be out to rob another store.
[be over] {v. phr.}
To be ended; be finished.
The show was over by 11 P.M.
The war will soon be over.
[be set on] or [upon] {v. phr.}
To be determined about something.
Tow is set upon leaving his Chicago job for Tokyo, Japan, although he speaks only English.