friend of Bill W.

Meaning: A recovering alcoholic, especially one in Alcoholics Anonymous.

Language: English

Literally: (Already vivid in English)

Category: Daily Life

Origin: A coded reference to Bill Wilson, co-founder of Alcoholics Anonymous, used by members as a discreet way to identify others in recovery.

More idioms — Daily Life

wear out one's welcome — To overstay one's time as a guest until one's presence becomes unwelcome or burdensome.
live in the past — To be preoccupied with previous events and unable to move forward in life.
in black and white — Stated explicitly and in writing; absolutely clear and unambiguous.
string attached — A hidden condition or requirement that makes something less advantageous than it initiall…
back up the truck — To make a large purchase by taking advantage of a favorable price.
haul someone over the coals — To scold or reprimand someone severely for wrongdoing.

nothing short of — Absolutely; entirely; completely—nothing less than the full extent of what is stated.
give up the ghost — To die, or to cease functioning entirely.
hammer and tongs — With great vigor and force; in a determined and vigorous manner.
rhyme or reason — Any logical sense or reasonable explanation.
drop in the bucket — A contribution or action so small it is negligible compared to a massive problem.
bed of roses — A situation or life that is entirely easy, comfortable, and free from hardship.

Meriggiare — To take a quiet midday rest in a cool, shaded spot, escaping the fierce afternoon sun.
Backpfeifengesicht — A face that is just begging to be slapped — someone so smug you can't help the urge.
Tartle — That panicky pause when you go to introduce someone and realize you've forgotten their na…