There are some words that must of necessity be paired in order to achieve a desired meaning. The following are some of the words that go in pairs:
1. HIGH AND DRY.
Meaning: In difficult without help or money. E.g. The woman was left high and dry after her husband’s death.
2. BLACK ANDE BLUE.
Meaning: To hit somebody until he’s covered with bruises or sustains injuries. E.g. The fall from his horse left him black and blue all over.
3. HIGH...
