hang by the eyelids



hang by the eyelids

To have a loose grip on something. Can be used either literally or figuratively. For the tug-of-war, don't just hang by the eyelids, gentlemen! Really get a secure grip on the rope and keep a strong stance! I currently have a D in this class, but I'm just hanging by the eyelids—I really need to get a tutor.
See also: eyelid, hang

Common Names:

NameGenderPronouncedUsage
Cinta-Indonesian
Teddy['tedi]
DuffDUFScottish
Karthik-Tamil, Indian, Telugu, Malayalam
ŞİRİN-Turkish
Parastoo-Persian