Bear Idioms
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What is an Idiom?
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There are a number of idioms that are related to bears.
Some are negative and derogatory, but some can be positive and complimentary.
An idiom is a phrase or an expression that cannot be taken literally.
When you use an idiom in everyday language, then it has a different meaning than the basic meaning or definition of the words as found in a dictionary.
An example of this might be "break a leg." If taken literally, then you are being told to break your leg. However, this phrase, or idiom is often used by actors to say "Do well" before they go out on stage.
Updated 28 May 2012 pm
There are a number of idioms that are related to bears.
Some are negative and derogatory, but some can be positive and complimentary.
An idiom is a phrase or an expression that cannot be taken literally.
When you use an idiom in everyday language, then it has a different meaning than the basic meaning or definition of the words as found in a dictionary.
An example of this might be "break a leg." If taken literally, then you are being told to break your leg. However, this phrase, or idiom is often used by actors to say "Do well" before they go out on stage.
Updated 28 May 2012 pm
"A Bear Hug."
To put your arms around someone and hug them tightly in order to show affection.
"As Busy as a Hibernating Bear."
A way of saying that someone is not at all busy.
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A way of saying that someone is not at all busy.
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"Be a Bear for Punishment."
To stand rough treatment. A way of saying that someone is rugged or tough.
"A Bear Market.A Bear Market is a period of time when investors are feeling pessimistic are as a consequence, they are more likely to sell rather than buy shares.
"Loaded For Bear."
A way of saying that someone is ready for a fight. In a rage.
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The Grizzly Bear is the second-largest land carnivore - only the Polar bear is larger. The Grizzly is also believed to be the most aggressive of all bears.
A way of saying that someone is ready for a fight. In a rage.
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The Grizzly Bear is the second-largest land carnivore - only the Polar bear is larger. The Grizzly is also believed to be the most aggressive of all bears.
"As Gruff as a Bear."
To way of saying that someone is curt and unsociable.
"Slick as Bear Grease."
A way of saying that a person is slick and smooth.
"To Have a Bear By The Tail."A way of saying that a person has a big or difficult decision to make.
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"To Bear a Grudge."
A way of saying that a person is angry about something - not willing to forget.
"Be like a Bear with a Sore Head."A way of saying that someone is in a bad mood and treating others badly.
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Pangionedevelopers
Feb 9, 2012 @ 10:35 pm | delete
- Great info here, I just went through your last 5 sites and I like'd them all
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mermaidlife
Nov 29, 2011 @ 3:50 am | delete
- Bear in mind or is it - bare in mind. or how about bear necessities or is it - bare necessities. oh well I tried.
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Tipi
Oct 15, 2011 @ 9:27 am | delete
- I don't think I've ever heard "As busy as a hibernating bear" before, it certainly does paint a picture!
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