bread of life

a little bit of bread and no cheese

Used to represent the song of the yellowhammer (Emberiza citrinella).

beg for one's life

To plead or make a desperate attempt to continue with what one has been doing.

best thing since sliced bread

Alternative form of greatest thing since sliced bread.

bread and butter

That which is central or fundamental, as to one's business, survival, or income; a staple or cornerstone.

bread and circuses

Food and entertainment provided by the state, particularly if intended to placate the people.

bring back to life

To return someone to a state of consciousness or living after a state of unconsciousness, death or near-death.

brown bread

Dead.

burn bread

To cause something unfortunate to happen to (someone) by mentioning it; to jinx something for (someone).