idioms using “arm”

At arm’s length

To avoid being too close or friendly

“The chairman keeps everyone at arm’s length; even his aide of 20 years is not close to him.”

Cost an arm and a leg

Very expensive

“He is the hottest architect in Japan but he costs an arm and a leg.”

Give one’s right arm

To want something desperately

“She’d give her right arm to gain a seat on the board of directors.”

Twist someone’s arm

To persuade someone to do something

“Kitamura-san didn’t have to twist my arm to get me to attend the conference in Singapore; I love traveling.”

With open arms

To be very pleased to welcome someone

“The small town is welcoming the new factory?and the jobs it will bring?with open arms.”