A Little Bit ( a small amount; not a lot ... ) A little bit is a small amount; it is not a lot. Example: \'Are you hungry?\' Reply: \'A little bit. You?\'

A Piece Of The Action ( wanting to participate ... ) A piece of the action is some particiption in what the others are doing. Example: \'I heard you guys are going to play a joke o...

A Piercing Scream ( a scream so loud and high-pitched that it hurts to hear it ... ) A piercing scream is the sound made when a person yells very loud and high-pitched. Example: \'...

A Pillar Of Strength ( very strong and independent ... ) A person who is always strong and supports others is a pillar of strength. Example: \'My mother is a pillar of strength.\'

A Ripe Old Age ( a fun way to refer to a person coming to an older age ... ) A ripe old age is a fun way to say that the person has come to a healthy old age. Example: \'At the rip...

A Ripple Of Excitement ( a feeling of excitement moving in one or from one person to another ... ) A ripple or excitement describes the feeling that one has of excitement moving ou...

A Rolling Stone Gathers No Moss ( a person who keeps moving does not get stuck ... ) A rolling stone gathers no moss means it is best to keep moving and not stay too long in one pl...

A Rule Of Thumb ( a general rule which is good to follow ... ) A rule of thumb is not exactly a rule, it is more like a good idea. Example: \'I don\'t invite people to my home unle...

A Shot In The Arm ( something which gives you confidence and strength ... ) A shot in the arm is something that gives you the strength and energy too continue. Example: \'We were r...

A Word To The Wise ( good advice; you will listen to this advice if you are smart ... ) A word to the wise is a suggestion that is very important to follow. Example: \'Here\'s a wo...