in a nutshell

Meaning: Concisely; in a few words.

Language: English

Literally: (Already vivid in English)

Category: Daily Life

Origin: The expression suggests that the words are so few that they can fit in a nutshell.

More idioms — Daily Life

• 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.

More English idioms

• in the bag — A sure thing; success is assured.
• in the black — Making a profit.
• in the chips — Having lots of money.
• in the doghouse — In someone's bad graces; in trouble.
• in the loop — Informed.
• in the nick of time — At the last moment, just before something bad happens.

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