English Idioms used to Describe Qualities

English Idioms used to Describe Qualities - Place & Position

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to burst at the seams
phrase
(of a place) to be occupied by a large number of people or things
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(as) straight as an arrow
phrase
completely direct and without any twists and deviations
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(out) in the open
phrase
in an environment that is not enclosed
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to elbow one's way
phrase
to forcefully make a path through a crowded or obstructed area
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elbow room
noun
enough space that enables people to move easily
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in place
phrase
without leaving one's place or position
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in the middle of nowhere
phrase
in a place that is far away from cities, towns, or anywhere that is occupied by people
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neck of the woods
phrase
an area that is near a place in which someone resides
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room to swing a cat
phrase
a small or confined space with very limited room for movement
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nook and cranny
phrase
all possible places, particularly those that are out of sight or reach
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packed / squashed (in) like sardines
phrase
without sufficient space for one to move freely
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stomping / stamping ground
phrase
a familiar place or location, particularly one where someone often goes to or spends time in
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fresh out of sw
phrase
having just returned from a specific place
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(as) straight / stiff as a ramrod
phrase
(of one's posture) in a straight and rigid position
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on all fours
phrase
to be down on one's hands and knees
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