Recent 12 Months Editorial Idioms and Phrases

Preliminary or foundational preparations that create a solid basis for future success

Properly established, arranged, and ready for immediate operation

To a small degree; somewhat or slightly

A prolonged period of substantial difficulty, struggle, or poor form

The quality and quantity of skilled reserve or backup players available to replace frontline starters in a team

To compete as the reigning champion in order to retain a championship title against a challenger

To exert intense effort and determination to overcome challenges and achieve a goal

Finally, after considering all circumstances, or as the ultimate result

Moved slowly, carefully, and steadily toward a specific target or achievement

Used to indicate that something is certainly true or accepted without question

An impressive, difficult, and noteworthy achievement

In the sport, career, or competitive arena of professional chess

Continuously from the very beginning until the very end of an event

Reveals or communicates a substantial amount of information about the true nature or quality of something

Used to indicate that an expectation or prediction turned out to be entirely accurate

Achieved or encountered something at the most ideal, fortunate, and beneficial moment

The highest, foremost, or most prominent ranking or status in an event

Regarding, in the matter of, or when dealing with a particular subject

An uninterrupted series or streak of consecutive victories in contests or matches

The most famous, influential, and powerful figures in a particular field