A Thousand Words in Idioms (3)

"A Thousand Words in Idioms"

As long as people have been around, they have tried to communicate with each other. As a means of getting the message across as clearly as possible, idioms and sayings have found their way into our language. Now, because "a picture paints a thousand words", I thought it would be nice to make this a photo challenge. The idea is to choose an idiom, or a saying, (even slang is allowed) and illustrate it with a picture.



If "language is the dress of thoughts" ( Johnson), then idioms must the wardrobe


From now on everybody can join in. No need to follow the alphabet, just pick two idioms and illustrate them with your pictures. Grab that camera or look in your archives. Just be creative, that's all I'm asking!
And don't forget to have fun and visit one another, okay?


So here we go ...

When pigs fly.

It means: Never! You'll only do it when pigs fly.

With your back up against the wall.

It means: You have reached a point where you have no other option.
Example: "I'm sorry I can't help you; I've got my back up against the wall."

Comments

Stacie said…
Great job! The pictures fit them well!
Jientje said…
You are SO GOOD at this!!! I love your idioms and the pictures that go with are perfect!!! The flying pigs really made me smile!!! You're a great addition to the group, thanks for playing again!!!
Anonymous said…
Thanks for stopping by my playground. These are wonderful. I love them both and the pictures so tell the idiom. Well done :)
MaR said…
Such sweet pictures and great idioms!!
Mar
Eduardo said…
Very cool!
Hugs & Snugs
Eduardo the Snuggle Puggle
Karen Vaughn said…
Love the idioms! A picture is worth a thousand words. Thanks for the vision.