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In Other Words, Dumb
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This quiz features some of the more common and amusing expressions that are used to imply dim-wittedness. If you're "not all there", you should be here.
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Easy
10 Q
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Wizzid
Oct 30 09
879 plays
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Original Objects
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The meaning of these prepositional phrases has evolved over time. Do you know the original "object" of the preposition? I'll PLANT a hint for the next question in each question the way I’ve PLANTED a hint for my first question in this sentence.
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Tough
10 Q
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uglybird
Oct 31 04
5931 plays
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Clichés Taken Literally
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You know the meaning of the cliché but how about the meaning of the individual words? Demonstrate your mastery of the vocabulary of clichés as you answer questions dependent on the literal meanings of the individual words (utilizing my GENEROUS HINTS).
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Tough
10 Q
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uglybird
Jun 04 04
9735 plays
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Nationality Words In Idioms
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In idioms we often refer to nationalities. A ludicrously incongruous statement may be called an "Irish bull", and drink-induced courage may be termed "Dutch courage". This quiz is about similar nationality-linked idioms.
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Average
10 Q
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flem-ish
Nov 16 02
23181 plays
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Literal Idioms
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Idioms are phrases meant to be taken figuratively, rather than literally. A common English idiom, used literally, completes each of the following clues. The idiom is suggested by the clue itself.
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Average
10 Q
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Tchochkekop
Oct 26 09
492 plays
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A Very Sick Quiz
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Although it's really nothing to laugh about, the act of vomiting has inspired some highly amusing euphemisms. Try to test your knowledge of them without "growling in the grass" yourself.
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Average
10 Q
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Wizzid
Nov 03 09
819 plays
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Laundry Day
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Welcome to the Idiomatic Laundromat, where the most eccentric customers are served with a smile and every article of clothing relates to a well-known idiom or proverb. To answer each question, you'll need to complete the defined idiom. Happy Laundry Day!
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Easy
10 Q
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darthrevan89
Sep 01 09
693 plays
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It's All Greek to Me!
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My boss has a major problem at work and needs me to come in and sort it out. What is in store for me? A trip around the world in idiomatic terms it seems.
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Average
10 Q
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Snowman
Sep 09 09
624 plays
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The Many Meanings of "Run"
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In English, one word can say a great deal, and “run” is one of those words. I’m about to have dinner with my good friends Arun and Brunhilde, but they always pepper their conversation with “run” words and phrases; can you help me work out what they mean?
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Easy
10 Q
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CellarDoor
Dec 03 08
1791 plays
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In Bed with Idioms
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There are several idioms and proverbs that we use today that refer to beds. How many of them do you know?
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Very Easy
10 Q
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thegogga
May 21 08
2937 plays
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In Other Words
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All of us are familiar with the old cliches---after all, they're "as plain as the nose on your face." But, let's see if we can figure out what they are when they are stated in unfamiliar terms. Let's go.
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Easy
10 Q
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bassman68
Oct 03 08
1836 plays
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Origin Of Phrases
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You have heard, and no doubt used, the phrases within this quiz. But do you actually know how the phrase originated? Let's find out.
The base source for my answers is "A Pig In A Poke" published 2003.
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Tough
10 Q
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simon_templar
Mar 25 07
1539 plays
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Words In Custody
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English usage imposes limits on the company some words usually keep. Aspersions are most often "cast", and there is seldom "kith" without "kin". See if you know which word seems to be the constant (or at least frequent) companion of the other.
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Average
10 Q
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uglybird
Jun 07 04
4269 plays
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All About Heart
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This quiz probes the word "heart" as an important term in words, film, song and literature. The heart as muscle is both the source of our physical survival and, according to practice, the symbolic center of our emotional well-being.
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Easy
15 Q
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Windswept
Sep 20 09
720 plays
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Straight from the Heart
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This multiple choice quiz covers old idioms or sayings relating to the most important organ in the body. So take heart!
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Easy
10 Q
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johnnycat777
Dec 14 08
1674 plays
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All About Fall
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This is a quiz for the first day of fall this year. In the United States, people mostly say "fall," not "autumn." This quiz, like my previous heart quiz, looks at the word "fall" in a variety of ways. I hope you enjoy seeing various ways to say "fall."
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Easy
15 Q
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Windswept
Sep 24 09
606 plays
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Slinging Hash at the Diner
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It's a shame that there aren't many diners around anymore, at least not where I live. They were so rich in atmosphere, including their own colourful lingo that was yelled back and forth between waitress and cook. Can you figure out what it all meant?
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Average
10 Q
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skunkee
Apr 10 04
3183 plays
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From An Apple A Day to Zip It, It's Idioms A-Z
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I don't know why, but I always like hearing different idioms and learning about them. Here's how it works: you fill in the blank of the sentence by choosing what choice it is.
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Very Easy
25 Q
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HotShot_SS
Jun 14 07
3741 plays
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All About Mind
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We never see our minds, but we sure have a lot of words with the word "mind" in them.
Some here have to do with minds; some, rather surprisingly, don't at all. Fill in the word that completes these mind-related phrases.
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Easy
15 Q
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Windswept
Oct 02 09
624 plays
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Oh no! More Clichés. Part 5
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Another chance to prove you are "a mine of information". Don't let this opportunity "slip through your fingers". Good luck!
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Easy
10 Q
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musicmonkeyman
Aug 16 04
5505 plays
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Oh No! Even More Clichés
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"In this day and age" it's good to enjoy "some quality time", so "put on your thinking cap", "take the plunge" and get quizzing!Contains some US, and some British usage.
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Easy
10 Q
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musicmonkeyman
Apr 11 04
12324 plays
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Oh! That's Such a Cliché
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You might say this quiz "is nothing to write home about". Think you know all the answers, then "put your money where your mouth is" - "grit your teeth", "throw caution to the wind" and give it a go. Primarily British usage.
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Easy
10 Q
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musicmonkeyman
Feb 29 04
15444 plays
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Common Expressions
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The English language is full of interesting phrases that have become quite common. Do you ever wonder about their sources? If so, this quiz is for you.
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Impossible
10 Q
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Cymruambyth
Jul 17 06
5766 plays
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Oh no! More Clichés. Part 6
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Some more clichés for you "to tuck into" - I'm sure you won't "bite off more than you can chew". Good luck.
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Very Easy
10 Q
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musicmonkeyman
Oct 16 04
3360 plays
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Oh No! Not More Clichés
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Back with some more clichés - So put "your nose to the grindstone", "your shoulder to the wheel" and "your best foot forward", and see if you can complete this quiz in that strange position. Have fun! Contains some US, and some British usage.
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Very Easy
10 Q
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musicmonkeyman
Mar 11 04
16233 plays
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"Help Me! I'm Stuck!"
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The word "Stuck" can be used in a wide number of situations to give different meanings. See if you can guess which of the definitions I have given below is the most correct usage out of the choices given (UK speak). I hope you will find this easy.
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Easy
10 Q
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Luckycharm60
Aug 26 09
1014 plays
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Oh No! Yet More Clichés
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Some more clichés for you to "get your teeth into". So "rack your brain" and those points could "be in the bag!"
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Easy
10 Q
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musicmonkeyman
Jun 19 04
5268 plays
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In a Manner of Speaking
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These cliches and idioms are used very frequently - but do you actually know what they mean?
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Very Easy
10 Q
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mcsheffrey19
Sep 13 09
834 plays
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Oh no! More Clichés. Part 7
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Ready to grapple with some more of those dreaded clichés. "The time is ripe" to show you're "too clever by half" so "grab the tiger by the tail".
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Easy
10 Q
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musicmonkeyman
Dec 24 04
3639 plays
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With Love from Me to You
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The English language has scores of phrases that make reference to love. Do you know what each of these 'love' phrases means?
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Difficult
10 Q
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Cymruambyth
Jul 19 06
4164 plays
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