walk on water
To perform godlike or superhuman feats.
Meaning adapted from Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.
“He thinks his new boss can walk on water.”
“She is so talented that her fans act like she can walk on water.”
“Despite his many flaws, his devoted followers still treat him as if he could walk on water.”
From the miracle of Jesus walking on water, described in the Gospels.
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ball and Chalk
[Cockney slang]walk
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blood in the water
In a competitive situation, the exhibition of apparent weakness or vulnerability by one party, especially when this leads to a feeling of vulnerability or greater pressure to perform on the part of the weak party, or enhanced expectation of victory by the others.
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blood is thicker than water
Family relations and loyalties are stronger than relationships with people who are not family members.
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blow out of the water
To trounce; to defeat thoroughly, as at a game or in battle.
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cake walk
Something extremely easy.
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carbonated water
Water that contains carbon dioxide dissolved in it under pressure and is intended for drinking.
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carry someone's water
To do someone's bidding; to serve someone's interests.
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carry water for
To perform menial tasks for; to serve; to assist; to be forced by politics or pragmatism to endorse or promote a belief, individual, or organization that in reality one does not fully support.
Last updated August 10, 2026