[Idiom] TIDE OVER. - Explore How to Explain Temporary Support!

Help through a difficult time.

Tide over" is used when someone needs support to get through a tough situation temporarily. The saying comes from nautical terms where "tide" dictates a ship's movement, suggesting that sometimes, just as in life, we need a bit of help to move forward until we reach calmer waters.

Example Sentences

1. I can lend you some cash to tide you over.

   It means offering temporary financial support.

2. I just need a small loan to tide me over until payday.

   It indicates needing a small loan to managed until the next paycheck.

3. We're offering a discount to tide our customers over during the holiday season.

   It suggests providing a discount to help customers manage during the holiday season.