beeline

beeline it for (some place)

To head directly and quickly toward something or some place. Taken from the full phrase "make a beeline for something." I knew the boss was angry, so when I saw her come in, I beelined it for the break room.

make a beeline for (someone or something)

To head directly and quickly toward something or some place. I knew the boss was angry, so when I saw her come in, I made a beeline for the break room. Every day when I come home from work, my toddler makes a beeline for me—it's just the cutest thing.

See also: beeline, make

Farlex Dictionary of Idioms.

make a beeline for someone or something

Fig. to head straight toward someone or something. (Alludes to the straight flight of a bee.) Billy came into the kitchen and made a beeline for the cookies. After the game, we all made a beeline for John, who was serving cold drinks.

See also: beeline, make

McGraw-Hill Dictionary of American Idioms and Phrasal Verbs.

make a beeline for

Go straight to, as in He made a beeline for the refreshments. In this expression, beeline means "the shortest distance between two points," alluding to the route of worker bees bringing nectar and pollen back to the hive. [c. 1830]

See also: beeline, make

The American Heritage® Dictionary of Idioms by Christine Ammer.

make a beeline for something

If you make a beeline for something, you go straight to it without any hesitation or delay. The boys headed for computer games while the girls made a beeline for the dolls. I made a beeline for the exit. Note: People use to think that bees, having collected the pollen (= powder made by flowers), flew back to the hive in a straight line. In fact, this belief has been proved to be incorrect. `As the crow flies' is based on a similar idea.

make a beeline for

go rapidly and directly towards.

The phrase refers to the straight line supposedly taken instinctively by a bee returning to its hive.

1997 Bookseller And when he heard that people might like him to sign copies of his new novel…he cut the small talk and made a beeline for the stall.

See also: beeline, make

Farlex Partner Idioms Dictionary

make a ˈbeeline for somebody/something

(informal) move directly towards somebody/something: The children made a beeline for the food the moment they came in.

This idiom refers to the way bees fly in a straight line when they return to the hive (= the box that they live in).

See also: beeline, make, somebody, something

Farlex Partner Idioms Dictionary

make a beeline for

Go directly to. This phrase is based on the assumption that a bee will take the shortest, most direct route back to the hive, in effect a straight line. It appeared in the Massachusetts Spy on November 24, 1830: “The squirrel took a beeline and reached the ground six feet ahead.”

See also: beeline, make

The Dictionary of Clichés by Christine Ammer

See also:

a bird in hand
a bird in the hand
a/the feel of (something)
(I) wouldn't (do something) if I were you
a straw will show which way the wind blows
a crack at (someone or something)
all right
(you) wanna make something of it?
all for the best
a thing of the past

References in periodicals archive

Beeline KG (Sky Mobile), a part of the Veo Ltd company earlier known as VimpelCom Ltd, is a multinational telecommunication services company headquartered in Amsterdam, Netherlands.

Yevgeniy Krajan was appointed CEO of Beeline in Kyrgyzstan

"CXC Global is thrilled to be welcomed into the Beeline partner ecosystem.

Beeline Expands Partner Ecosystem with Global Contingent Workforce Provider CXC Global

WHAT ARE BEELINES? Routes connecting communities across Greater Manchester.

UNMISSABLE Chris makes beeline for new cycle lanes scheme; Plans unveiled for 1,000 miles of interlinked bike and walking routes across the region

The investment in Beeline Bikes solidifies ANA's position as a consumer-centric bicycle company by transforming the experience of buying a bike in partnership with independent bicycle dealers (IBDs).

Accell North America Acquires Beeline Bikes Mobile Bike Shop Franchisor

Boles said, 'Bicycling has been a lifelong passion of mine, and when I found the business opportunity with Beeline Bikes, I was thrilled to join such a unique concept that allows me to continue to pursue entrepreneurship in the cycling industry.

Beeline Bikes launches Los Angeles franchise

Two of VimpelCom's brands, Beeline and WIND, were recognized among the report's top 100 global telecom brands: Beeline was valued at USD 2.6 billion, while Wind was valued at USD 1.6 billion.

Vimpelcom's brands listed among world's most valuable

ArmenTel CJSC (Beeline brand) is the subsidiary of VimpelCom Group.

New sales and services office of Beeline at Komitas Avenue

Sky Mobile Ltd (TM Beeline) is part of the VimpelCom group of companies since 2010.

Kyrgyz Antimonopoly Agency issues improvement notice to Sky Mobile Ltd (?? Beeline), VimpelCom group of companies

Tori, who aged 25 became the youngest British woman to summit Mount Everest, has entered the record books again after completing the Beeline Britain challenge.

Straight-talking Tori's epic trek for vets' charity

PRINCE Harry has praised the Beeline Britain charity team for doing a "sterling job" by making it from Land's End to John O'Groats in straight line.

YOU'VE DONE US PROUD; Harry hails Beeline Britain triumph

The 32-year-old from Cardiff is preparing to set off on Beeline Britain, a three-week journey from Land's End to John O'Groats in a straight line that will see Tori and the rest of a team of four attempt this novel take on the iconic British route.

EVEREST TO NEVERREST

Diego Maradona saw Liverpool crush Manchester United 3-0 - and then made a beeline for the dressing rooms.

Suarez is tops with Maradona; CONFIDENTIAL; SPORT

COVENTRY'S Michael Riley recorded his first cyclo-cross victory when he won the under-23 age category in the Beeline event at Botley near Oxford.

Hard work pays off as Riley nets first victory; CYCLING

Snap Secure, SnapOne, Inc.'s rapidly growing cloud-service mobile and personal security application, is now available in Russia through Beeline, a subsidiary of VimpelCom (NYSE: VIP).

Snap Secure launches in Russia as Data Safe

词组	beeline
释义	beeline beeline it for (some place) To head directly and quickly toward something or some place. Taken from the full phrase "make a beeline for something." I knew the boss was angry, so when I saw her come in, I beelined it for the break room. See also: beeline make a beeline for (someone or something) To head directly and quickly toward something or some place. I knew the boss was angry, so when I saw her come in, I made a beeline for the break room. Every day when I come home from work, my toddler makes a beeline for me—it's just the cutest thing. See also: beeline, make Farlex Dictionary of Idioms. make a beeline for someone or something Fig. to head straight toward someone or something. (Alludes to the straight flight of a bee.) Billy came into the kitchen and made a beeline for the cookies. After the game, we all made a beeline for John, who was serving cold drinks. See also: beeline, make McGraw-Hill Dictionary of American Idioms and Phrasal Verbs. make a beeline for Go straight to, as in He made a beeline for the refreshments. In this expression, beeline means "the shortest distance between two points," alluding to the route of worker bees bringing nectar and pollen back to the hive. [c. 1830] See also: beeline, make The American Heritage® Dictionary of Idioms by Christine Ammer. make a beeline for something If you make a beeline for something, you go straight to it without any hesitation or delay. The boys headed for computer games while the girls made a beeline for the dolls. I made a beeline for the exit. Note: People use to think that bees, having collected the pollen (= powder made by flowers), flew back to the hive in a straight line. In fact, this belief has been proved to be incorrect. `As the crow flies' is based on a similar idea. See also: beeline, make, something Collins COBUILD Idioms Dictionary, 3rd ed. make a beeline for go rapidly and directly towards. The phrase refers to the straight line supposedly taken instinctively by a bee returning to its hive. 1997 Bookseller And when he heard that people might like him to sign copies of his new novel…he cut the small talk and made a beeline for the stall. See also: beeline, make Farlex Partner Idioms Dictionary make a ˈbeeline for somebody/something (informal) move directly towards somebody/something: The children made a beeline for the food the moment they came in. This idiom refers to the way bees fly in a straight line when they return to the hive (= the box that they live in). See also: beeline, make, somebody, something Farlex Partner Idioms Dictionary make a beeline for Go directly to. This phrase is based on the assumption that a bee will take the shortest, most direct route back to the hive, in effect a straight line. It appeared in the Massachusetts Spy on November 24, 1830: “The squirrel took a beeline and reached the ground six feet ahead.” See also: beeline, make The Dictionary of Clichés by Christine Ammer See also: a bird in hand a bird in the hand a/the feel of (something) (I) wouldn't (do something) if I were you a straw will show which way the wind blows a crack at (someone or something) all right (you) wanna make something of it? all for the best a thing of the past References in periodicals archive Beeline KG (Sky Mobile), a part of the Veo Ltd company earlier known as VimpelCom Ltd, is a multinational telecommunication services company headquartered in Amsterdam, Netherlands. Yevgeniy Krajan was appointed CEO of Beeline in Kyrgyzstan "CXC Global is thrilled to be welcomed into the Beeline partner ecosystem. Beeline Expands Partner Ecosystem with Global Contingent Workforce Provider CXC Global WHAT ARE BEELINES? Routes connecting communities across Greater Manchester. UNMISSABLE Chris makes beeline for new cycle lanes scheme; Plans unveiled for 1,000 miles of interlinked bike and walking routes across the region The investment in Beeline Bikes solidifies ANA's position as a consumer-centric bicycle company by transforming the experience of buying a bike in partnership with independent bicycle dealers (IBDs). Accell North America Acquires Beeline Bikes Mobile Bike Shop Franchisor Boles said, 'Bicycling has been a lifelong passion of mine, and when I found the business opportunity with Beeline Bikes, I was thrilled to join such a unique concept that allows me to continue to pursue entrepreneurship in the cycling industry. Beeline Bikes launches Los Angeles franchise Two of VimpelCom's brands, Beeline and WIND, were recognized among the report's top 100 global telecom brands: Beeline was valued at USD 2.6 billion, while Wind was valued at USD 1.6 billion. Vimpelcom's brands listed among world's most valuable ArmenTel CJSC (Beeline brand) is the subsidiary of VimpelCom Group. New sales and services office of Beeline at Komitas Avenue Sky Mobile Ltd (TM Beeline) is part of the VimpelCom group of companies since 2010. Kyrgyz Antimonopoly Agency issues improvement notice to Sky Mobile Ltd (?? Beeline), VimpelCom group of companies Tori, who aged 25 became the youngest British woman to summit Mount Everest, has entered the record books again after completing the Beeline Britain challenge. Straight-talking Tori's epic trek for vets' charity PRINCE Harry has praised the Beeline Britain charity team for doing a "sterling job" by making it from Land's End to John O'Groats in straight line. YOU'VE DONE US PROUD; Harry hails Beeline Britain triumph The 32-year-old from Cardiff is preparing to set off on Beeline Britain, a three-week journey from Land's End to John O'Groats in a straight line that will see Tori and the rest of a team of four attempt this novel take on the iconic British route. EVEREST TO NEVERREST Diego Maradona saw Liverpool crush Manchester United 3-0 - and then made a beeline for the dressing rooms. Suarez is tops with Maradona; CONFIDENTIAL; SPORT COVENTRY'S Michael Riley recorded his first cyclo-cross victory when he won the under-23 age category in the Beeline event at Botley near Oxford. Hard work pays off as Riley nets first victory; CYCLING Snap Secure, SnapOne, Inc.'s rapidly growing cloud-service mobile and personal security application, is now available in Russia through Beeline, a subsidiary of VimpelCom (NYSE: VIP). Snap Secure launches in Russia as Data Safe
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