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Describing Qualities - Place & Position

Explore English idioms regarding place and position, including "elbow room" and "burst at the seams".

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English Idioms used to Describe Qualities

to be occupied by a large number of things

Ex: The cake was generously frosted, with layers of cream and filling, almost bursting at the seams with sweetness.
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completely direct and without any twists and deviations

Ex: The gymnast performed a flawless routine , executing each movement with precision and straight as an arrow.
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in an environment that is not enclosed

Ex: The garden party was held out in the open, with guests mingling on the spacious lawn.
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to forcefully make a path through a crowded or obstructed area

Ex: The politician elbowed his way through the crowd, shaking hands and engaging with supporters in a campaign rally.
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enough space that enables people to move easily

Ex: The conference hall was filled to capacity , leaving attendees with limited elbow room, making it difficult to take notes or participate comfortably .
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in a place that is far away from cities, towns, or anywhere that is occupied by people

Ex: The farmhouse was in the middle of nowhere, providing a peaceful retreat from the noise and busyness of city life .
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an area that is near a place in which someone resides

Ex: Our annual festival is a highlight of the year for everyone neck of the woods, bringing together residents from nearby towns and villages .
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a small or confined room with very limited space for movement

Ex: In the crowded marketplace, there was barely any room to swing a cat as people jostled past each other.
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all possible places, particularly those that are out of sight or reach

Ex: The explorer ventured deep into the cave, shining a flashlight into the dark nooks and crannies to uncover hidden wonders.
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without sufficient space for one to move freely

Ex: At the music festival , the crowd in front of the stage packed in like sardines, creating an electric atmosphere .
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a familiar place or location, particularly one where someone often goes to or spends time in

Ex: The downtown area transforms into a stomping ground during the annual street festival , attracting visitors from far and wide .
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having just returned from a specific place

Ex: After the seminar, participants were fresh out of ideas for the project.
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(of one's posture) in a straight and rigid position

Ex: The whole class sat in their chairs as stiff as ramrods during the principal's lecture.
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on all fours
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to be down on one's hands and knees

Ex: After an exhausting race , the runner on all fours, trying to catch their breath and recover .
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