S
Idioms beginning with "S"
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[steal up on] {v. phr.}
To stealthily approach one; sneak up on someone.
The thief stole up on his victim, snatched her purse, and ran away.
[steamed up] {adj.}, {informal}
Excited or angry about or eager to do something.
The coach gave the team a pep talk before the game, and he got them all steamed up to win the game.
* /When Mary found out that Jane had not kept their secret, she […]
[steer clear of] {v.}
1. To steer a safe distance from; go around without touching.
A ship steers clear of a rocky shore in stormy weather.
2. {informal}
To stay away from; keep from going near.
* /Fred was angry at Bill, and Bill was steering […]
[stem the tide] {v. phr.}
To resist; hold back something of great pressure or strength.
The way to stem the tide of juvenile delinquency is to strengthen education and to pass a stiff gun control law.
[step down] {v.}
1. To come down in one move from a higher position to a lower.
As soon as the train stopped, the conductor stepped down to help the passengers off.
2. To make go slower little by little.
* /The train was approaching the station, […]
[step in] {v.}
1. To go inside for a quick visit.
It was a cold night, and when the policeman passed, we invited him to step in for a cup of coffee.
2. To begin to take part in a continuing action or discussion, especially without being asked.
* […]