B
Idioms beginning with "B"
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[bubble gum music] {n.}, {slang}
The kind of rock'n'roll that appeals to young teenagers.
When will you learn to appreciate Mozart instead of that bubble gum music?
[bubble trouble] {n.}, {slang}, {citizen's band radio jargon}
Tire trouble, flat tire.
The eighteen wheeler ahead of me seems to have bubble trouble.
[buck up] {v. phr.}, {informal}
To make or become more cheerful; make or become free from discouragement; become more hopeful.
After the heavy rain, the scoutmaster bucked up the boys by leading them in a song.
* /Tom was disappointed that he […]
[bucket of bolts] {n.}, {slang}
A very old and shaky car that barely goes.
When are you going to get rid of that old bucket of bolts?
[buckle down] or [knuckle down] {v.}
To give complete attention (to an effort or job); attend.
They chatted idly for a few moments then each buckled down to work.
Jim was fooling instead of studying; so his father told him to buckle down.