Zami Karzai's definitions

In the sense that

Idiom

It is used to distinguish between two possible senses of a word or phrase.

I wouldn't describe myself as black in the sense that I do not actually have black-coloured skin - it is brown.

by Zami Karzai September 9, 2018

Take it half-hearted

Idiom

To consider or work on something without enthusiasm or effort

Don't just toy with the idea of becoming an actor and take it half-hearted, if you really want to be an actor, work for it!

by Zami Karzai September 13, 2018

Wouldn't

Grammar

In a sense it is used in place of didn't

I tried to stick up for my colleague, but our boss wouldn’t listen.

I tried to reason with him, but he wouldn't listen.

I turned the switch on, but the motor wouldn't start.

by Zami Karzai September 9, 2018

Tied to your wife's apron strings

Idiom

To be controlled or dominated by one's wife.

Can you make a decision on your own, or are you tied to your wife's apron strings?

by Zami Karzai September 13, 2018

Have a spicy tooth

Idiom

If you have a spicy tooth, you like eating spicy foods.

This restaurant is great for those who have a spicy tooth.

by Zami Karzai September 12, 2018

Mastregret

Verb

To regret after masturbating.

Why do we mastregret after watching porn and masturbating?

Is it psychological to mastregret after watching porn and masturbating?

We mastregret due to lowering of dopamine level in our brain - it's biological.

by Zami Karzai September 15, 2018

Reach your full potential

Idiom

To achieve the standard that you are capable of

The teacher’s job is to help you reach your full potential.

Be proud of your progress and keep taking steps forward no matter how small, you'll eventually reach your full potential and you'll look back on the days you thought you'd never make it and you'll smile and be proud that you never gave up on yourself!

Synonym: Realize your full potential

by Zami Karzai September 13, 2018