idioms with “dead”

Dead on

Very accurate

“The actor’s portrayal of the famous singer in the movie was dead on.”

Knock’em dead

Give an excellent performanc

“You’ll deliver a great speech, Keiko-san. In fact, you’ll probably knock’em dead.” Note: Usually used as a phrase to wish someone good luck. “Knock’em dead, Keiko.”

Drop-dead (adjective)

Extremely beautiful or spectacular

“Yoko-san is not only brilliant, she’s drop-dead gorgeous.”

Back from the dead

Revived, given another chance

“It seems the idea to export our products is back from the dead.”

Dead in the water

Failed, cannot be revived

“With the economy slowing down, the plan to hire more workers is dead in the water.”