fall for something hook, line, and sinker
Meaning: To believe something completely, usually in the sense of being fooled.
Language: English
Literally: (Already vivid in English)
Category: Daily Life
Origin: The expression originates from fishing. One expects the fish to bite only the hook, but in some cases the fish might be taken in so completely and foolishly that it swallows not only the hook but the fishing line and the sinker as well.
More idioms — Daily Life
- hooked — Addicted.
- hopping mad — Very angry.
- hot under the collar — Very angry.
- if push comes to shove — If the situation becomes serious.
- in a bind — In a difficult situation or position.
- in a nutshell — Concisely; in a few words.
More English idioms
- in a pinch — In an emergency; if necessary.
- in a rut — In a boring routine.
- in dutch with someone — In trouble.
- in full swing — At the peak of activity or intensity.
- in of one's element — In one's most comfortable or favorite environment.
- have someone in stitches — To make someone laugh very hard.
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