Explore popular idioms beginning with the letter 'M' and enhance your language skills while having fun.

American Idioms Starting with M

To make a lot of money (regularly). ex. "Shawn hates his job but he makes a lot of money."

To cause someone lots of problems. ex. "Patricia's boss is making life miserable for her."

To feel as comfortable as one would be at home. "During your visit just make yourself at home."

To make someone dizzy or disoriented. ex. "All that alcohol made my head spin."

To make something by starting with the basic ingredients. ex. "Did you bake that cake? No, I made it from scratch."

Not to interfere/ get involved in the business of others. "Sometimes it's best to mind your own business."

To increase one's standing socially, etc. To become successful.

To compromise with someone. ex. "They settled the argument by deciding to meet each other halfway."

To treat something as if it were trivial or unimportant. ex. "Don't make light of the situation - it's more serious than you think."

To head directly to. ex. "Whenever he comes into the cafeteria, he makes a beeline for the fried shrimp."

To make a lot of money (one time). "I made a bundle when I sold my Microsoft stock last month."

To make romantic advances. To "hit on". ex. "Karl was fired because he made a pass at his co-worker Fiona."