11 Water Idioms
Water is everywhere! That’s why we have so many idioms with water! Check out their meanings in this article.
In Hot Water
To be in trouble or have problems.
Water Under the Bridge
Past problems that are no longer important.
Keep Your Head Above Water
To survive in a difficult situation.
Test the Waters
To try something out first to see if it will work.
Don’t Throw the Baby Out with the Bathwater
Don’t lose or remove something good when you are trying to get rid of something bad.
Go with the Flow
To accept things as they happen without stressing about every detail.
In Deep Water
To be in a difficult or challenging situation.
Fish Out of Water
Feeling out of place in a new or different environment.
Come Hell or High Water
No matter what happens, something will be done or will happen.
A Drop in the Bucket
A very small amount compared to what is needed.
To Be Under Water
To owe more money than something is worth or to feel overwhelmed by problems.
To Make a Splash
To get a lot of attention, usually in a positive way.
