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As the opening day approached, it was all hands on deck to have everything ready in time. I lKl\'=yall things to all peopleIf you are all things to all people, you please or satisfy everyone. She's exhausted trying to be a good wife, a good mother and a good teacher, but she can't be all things to all people.IH&)G5all systems goWhen everything is ready for an activity or event to begin, you can say that all systems go. We've got an office, a telephone and the internet, so on Monday it's all systems go!Ig%'%of all peopleTo use the term 'of all people' emphasizes that the person you mention, more than anyone else, is the one you would expect to do something. 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Peterson and Scott are well-known ambulance chasers - that's how they make their money!I 0alter egoThe term alter ego, which in Latin means 'other self', refers to a very close and trusted friend who is very like yourself.-I *"}A %/Yaffinity forsaid about you have attraction , preference or sympathy for something or someone.He has an affinty for ;839upset the applecartIf you upset (or overturn) the applecart, you spoil a satisfactory plan or situation. I hope Julie doesn't attend the meeting; she could upset the applecart. I"77QSthe apple of your eyeA person, usually a child, who is the apple of your eye is one for whom you have great affection. My grandson is the apple of my eye.I63Many port in a stormWhen you have no choice, any port in a storm refers to a solution you accept, which in normal circumstances you would find unacceptable. The hotel was substandard, but it was a case of any port in a storm; all the others were full. IS5'%qanyone's callThis expression is used when the result of a contest or election is difficult to predict. "Who do you think will win?" "It's anyone's call.""Who do you think will win?" "It's anyone's call."I ">["R=3give your right armIf you say "Id give my right arm for that", you mean that you want it a lot and would do almost anything to obtain it.  I'd give my right arm to have an apartment on Central Park. I/<)? arm of the lawThis expression refers to the extent to which the authority or power of the law extends. He fled to South America hoping to escape the arm of the law. I/;)7argue the tossIf you argue the toss, you dispute a decision or choice which has already been made. The final choice was made yesterday, so don't argue the toss now! I`:'s;apron stringsIf one person is tied to another's apron strings, they remain dependent at an age when they should be independent. All his decisions are influenced by his mother. He's still tied to her apron strings. I?9+)?apple-pie orderIf something is in apple-pie order, it is well organised or in perfect order. They made sure the house was in apple-pie order before their parents arrived back home. I 646D>z7/?never looked backIf you say that you never looked back, you mean that after an event which changed your life for the better, you continue to be happy with the situation. Since the day she decided to work from home, she has never looked back.I"63)never a dull momentWhen there is never a dull moment, something is always changing or happening. With four teenagers at home, there's never a dull moment!I&53get on one's nervesIf you get on someone's nerves, you annoy or irritate them a great deal. The children next door are so noisy they're getting on my nerves.I4+5cnerves of steelSomeone who has nerves of steel is not afraid in difficult or dangerous situations. Fire-fighters need to have nerves of steel.I^31[Eneedle in haystackTo refer to something as a needle in a haystack means that it is very difficult or impossible to find. Finding a pub in Dublin without knowing its name is like looking for a needle in a haystack.I  F X"-+odaylight robberyThe term daylight robbery is used when the price of something is thought to be much too high. $10 for an orange juice? That's daylight robbery!$10 for an orange juice? That's daylight robbery!IZ!C?Gday late and a dollar shortIf something is a day late and a dollar short, it comes too late and is not good enough. They offered me an internship when I had already found a job - a day late and a dollar short!IF 'ycall it a dayTo sey 'let's call it a day' is a way of suggesting that it is time to stop doing something, usually because of tiredness. After one last phone call, I decided to call it a day.I7'udarken someone's doorIf you darken somebody's door, you come as an unwanted or unwelcome visitor. Just get out of here and never darken my door again!I6#=!in the darkIf someone is kept or left in the dark about something, they are not informed about it. The personnel was kept in the dark about the merger until the last minute.I g%5#a woman of few words(also a man of few words) a woman who doesn't speak much. A woman of 8A+7#armchair criticAn armchair critic is someone who gives advice based on theory rather than practice. That guy is such an armchair critic - no experience but plenty of advice. I^@EGEkeep someone at arm's lengthIf you keep someone at arm's length, you do not allow yourself to become friendly with them. It's not easy to become friends with Sophie;  she tends to keep everyone at arm's length. I3?'9be up in armsIf you are up in arms , you are very angry about something and protest very strongly. The population was up in arms over the demolition of the old theatre. I>7cost an arm and a legIf something costs an arm and a leg, it is very expensive. The house cost us an arm and a leg, but we have no regrets. I %@%lE%+at all costsIf you are determined to obtain or achieve something at all costs, you want it regardless of the expense, effort or sacrifice involved. The journalist was determined at all costs to get a report from the war zone. I)D3Kiasleep at the wheelIf you say that someone is asleep at the wheel, you mean that they are not sufficiently attentive, especially at a critical moment when vigilance is required. When the firemen arrived too late at the scene, the night watchman was accused of being asleep at the wheel. I8C1Qasking for troubleSomeone who is asking for trouble is behaving so stupidly that he/she is likely to have problems. Driving fast on these roads is really asking for trouble! IB1E#armchair travellerSomeone who reads books or watches TV programmes about other places and countries, but doesn't actually travel anywhere, is called an armchair traveller.  A surprising number of adventure books are bought by armchair travellers. I Kk[M~U#7a fool and his money are soon partedthis means that stupid people spend money without thinki%I# /of no availSomething which is of no avail is not at all helpful or useful. The coffee machine wouldn't work, and the instruction leaflet was of no avail.  I]H+automatic pilotIf you are on automatic pilot, you do something without thinking about it or having to pay attention, because you do it regularly. Fred's on automatic pilot today - he didn't even hear my question!I5G9)at stakeSomeone who has a lot at stake is in a risky situation, with a lot to be won or lost. He was nervous about signing the agreement because there was a lot at stake. IzF?Uuat this stage of the gameThis expression refers to the current point reached in a process, activity or developing situation. At this stage of the game I think any further intervention would be unwise. Let's wait and see how things develop. I 7BbR75dcM5 have an axe to grindIf you have an axe to grind, you have personal reasons for becoming involved in something or adopting a particular attitude. It was decided that the best candidate would be selected by a recruitment agency who had no axe to grind within the company. I L7I/away with the fairiesSomeone who is away with the fairies is in such a dreamy state that they are not totally in touch with reality and give the impression of being slightly mad. It's no use trying to explain the problem to her - she's away with the fairies! I]K-;ga rude awakeningIf you get a rude awakening, you are forced to accept the unpleasant truth or reality. She thought Charlie would want her back, but she got a rude awakening - he was already dating another girl. I;J'Oavowed intentWhen someone makes a public declaration of their objective or goal, this is their avowed intent. The avowed intent of the new government is to reduce unemployment. I D] Ao+EGstick (sth) outTolerate, accept to continueLunch with my girlfriend's colleagues was boring bu0Q)/back of beyondAn isolated place located far from any town is said to be in the back of beyond. It took us hours to find Jack's house.  He lives in the back of beyond.IdPMa/back-of-the-envelope calculationThis expression refers to a quick approximate calculation done informally, as on the back of an envelope. I don't need the exact amount.  Just give me a back-of-the-envelope calculation.I8O)9#back-room boysThis term refers to people who do important work but have no contact with the public. Back-room boys don't always receive the credit they deserve for their work.I~NMqSleave somebody holding the baby.If someone is left holding the baby, they are made responsible for a problem that others don't want to deal with. When the angry customer started to complain, my colleague disappeared and left me holding the baby.I +_tFTf)}rig outDress or equipThe old lady arrived all rigged out in her best clothes.PaeE{rely onCount okU9back to the salt minesSaying that you have to go back to the salt mines is a humorous way of talking about returning to work, usually with some reluctance. We get two days off at Christmas and then it's back to the salt mines!I:T/O back on your feetIf you are back on your feet, after an illness or an accident, you are physically healthy again. My grandmother had a bad 'flu but she's back on her feet again.IIS+aback into shapeTo get yourself back into shape, you need to take some exercise in order to become fit and healthy again. Eva decided she'd have to get back into shape before looking for a job.IRRG[(like the) back of one's handIf you know something like the back of your hand, you are very familiar with it and know it in detail. Of course I won't get lost.  I know London like the back of my hand!I  pZe]=#make oneself out (to be)claim to beHe madesY7Cbackhanded complimentA remark that appears to express admiration but could also be interpreted as an insult is called a backhanded compliment. He said my presentation was "surprisingly clear".  How's that for a backhanded compliment!IiX5-back the wrong horseIf you back or bet on the wrong horse, for example the loser in a contest, match or election, you support the wrong person. When I voted for him I was convinced he would win, but I backed the wrong horse!IW- back to the wallIf you have your back to the wall, you are in serious difficulty. With his back to the wall, the supplier had to accept the deal.IpV1!#back to square oneTo say that someone is back to square one means that they have not succeeded in what they were trying to do, so they have to start again. When the plans were refused, it was 'back to square one' for the architect.I %Ws%@B^)mbadger someoneIf you badger someone into doing something, you persistently nag or pester them until you obtain what you want. Sophie badgered her parents into buying her a new computer.I])u(in) bad shapeA person who is in bad shape is in poor physical condition. I really am in bad shape.  I must do more exercise.I\%!}bad hair dayOriginating as a humorous comment about one's hair being unmanageable, this term had broadened to mean 'a day when everything seems to go wrong'. What's wrong with Jenny?  Is she having a bad hair day?What's wrong with Jenny?  Is she having a bad hair day?IH[mbad eggSomeone who is a bad egg is an untrustworthy person often involved in trouble whose company should be avoided. I don't want my son to be friends with Bobby Smith.  Bobby's a bad egg.I&Z+Awbackseat driverA passenger in a car who gives unwanted advice to the driver is called a backseat driver. I can't stand backseat drivers like my mother-in-law!I jg a`KIqidle awayWaste time doing n!b+3{bait and switchThis term refers to a deceptive commercial practice of advertising a low-priced item to attract customers, then telling them that the product is out of stock and persuading them to buy a more expensive article. This store is famous for its bait and switch tactics. I\a!UWin the bagPeople use this expression when it becomes obvious that success or victory is going to be achieved. An hour before the polling stations closed, victory seemed in the bag for the Conservative candidate.I_`'y3bag of tricksIf you use your (whole) bag of tricks to do something, you try (all) the clever methods you know in order to succeed. Let's call on George and his bag of tricks; maybe he can help us solve the problem.I_%!wbag of bonesTo say that someone is a bag of bones means that they are extremely thin. When he came home from the war he was a bag of bones.I ,'.G,N(tAhg#oWhave a ballIf you have a ball you enjoy yourself immensely. The party was great. We had a ball. I.f7%ball is in your courtIf the ball is in your court, it is your turn to speak or act next. We gave the manager a list of complaints, so the ball is in his court now. Ide)ball and chainThis term refers to a burden or problem that ties you down and prevents you from doing what you want. It can also refer to one's spouse.  Our holiday home has become a ball and chain - it's too much work!Ivd'Cbalancing actWhen you try to satisfy two or more people or groups who have different needs, and keep everyone happy, you perform a balancing act. Many people, especially women,  have to perform a balancing act between work and family. IVc)a7in the balanceIf something is in the balance, the situation is uncertain and it is not clear what is going to happen.  The future of the company is in the balance while the takeover bid is being examined.I EtE)-Ithe ball is in>;'/dance to someone's tuneIf you dance to someone's tune, you do whatever that person tells you to do. He is the company's major shareholder so the management has to dance to his tune.IM-idance attendanceIf you dance attendance on somebody, you are constantly available for that person and attend to their wishes. She's rich and famous and expects everyone to dance attendance on her.IP+a)put a damper onIf someone or something puts a damper on a situation or event, they make it less successful or enjoyable. The party was going great until the neighbour's complaints put a damper on it.Ic7dab hand at somethingIf you're a dab hand at something, you're very good at doing it. Why don't you call Suzy? She's a dab hand at organizing barbecues.Why don't you call Suzy? She's a dab hand at organizing barbecues.I $m\bC7'!Wfrown on/uponDisapproveMy parents always frowned on smoking.PN6MMfold inMix one ingredient with another.Fold in the eik3whole new ball gameTo refer to something as a whole new ball game means that it is a completely different situation due to a new set of circumstances. Email and text messaging have made communication a whole new ball game. I_jKK=that's the way the ball bouncesThings don't always work out as planned, and there's nothing we can do about it - that's life. He didn't get the prize he expected, but never mind - that's the way the ball bounces. I4i99 start the ball rollingIf you start the ball rolling, you begin an activity in which other people will join. Let's start the ball rolling by calling on our first speaker. IYh#{)on the ballIf you are on the ball, you are aware of what is happening and are able to deal with things quickly and intelligently. We need someone who is really on the ball to head the fund-raising campaign. I h!h.Mz(q}deal withHandle, trbar flyA bar fly is someone who spends a lot of time drinking in bars and pubs. You'll find Johnny down at the pub - he's a real bar fly. IqU-Qbang one's head against a brick wallIf you bang or knock your head against a brick wall, you continue vainly to try to achieve something in spite of several unsuccessful attempts. I've been banging my head against a brick wall trying to explain the internet to my grandmother! IRp1mbane of one's lifeTo say that something is the bane of your life means that it is the cause of your problems or your unhappiness. The heating system is always breaking down. It's the bane of my life! Io7 cjump on the bandwagonIf a person or organisation jumps on the bandwagon, they decide to do something when it is already successful or fashionable. When organic food became fashionable, certain stores were quick to jump on the bandwagon and promote it.  I ~~Rv#s#basket caseA person whose agitated mental state leaves them helpless or unable to cope with things is called a basket case.  Jenny will turn into a basket case if this stressful situation continues. I}u? 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The battle lines have been drawn between those who accept the changes and those who are against the proposed reforms.  Ihy; batten down the hatchesWhen you batten down the hatches, you prepare yourself for trouble or a forthcoming difficult period, like a ship preparing for a storm. Here comes that trouble-making guy. Batten down the hatches!  I9x%[bated breathIf you wait for something with bated breath, you are both anxious and excited about an imminent event. We waited with bated breath for the winner to be announced. I9w1Ebats in the belfryIf you say that somebody has bats in the belfry, you mean that they are eccentric or crazy. He comes up with the craziest ideas - he's got bats in the belfry!I I%9IYF`m/Smbe that as it mayThis expression means that what the speaker says may be true but it will not change the situation. OK. Fewer people may come because of the bad weather, but be that as it may, it's too late to cancel the show. IT~1ybe-all and end-allTo say that something is not the be-all and end-all means that it is not what matters most or what is most essential. Good schools are not the be-all and end-all of educating a child. I}#ibe my guestThis expression is used to give someone permission to do something. If you'd like to use the phone, be my guest. I |-wbe full of beansA person who is full of beans is lively, healthy and active. He may be getting old but he's still full of beans. IX{+c7battle of willsA conflict, argument or struggle where both sides are determined to win is described as a battle of wills. When they separated, neither party would make concessions - it was a battle of wills.I  }JIV#Zip upKeep quiet.He was being stupid in the meeting, so we told him to ZIP UP.PM=]Zip itKeep quiet, say nothing.He told me to ZIP IT, so I said noC7Kbear with a sore headIf someone is behaving like a bear with a sore head, they are very irritable and bad-tempered. When his team lost the match, Brad was like a bear with a sore head. IG%ebear in mindIf a person asks you to bear something in mind, they are asking you to remember it because it is important. You must bear in mind that the cost of living is higher in New York. I!bear fruitIf something bears fruit, it produces positive or successful results. After years of hard work, his research finally began to bear fruit.  I\)u/bear the bruntA person who bears the brunt of something is the one who suffers the most when something bad or unpleasant happens. When things go wrong, his assistant always has to bear the brunt of his anger.  I $8$f9-Obeat/flog a dead horseTo say that someone is beating a dead horse means that they are wasting time and effort trying to do or achieve something that is impossible.  Mark is beating a dead horse trying to get his money reimbursed. The company has gone bankrupt! IV5ybeat around the bushThis expression is used to tell someone to say what they have to say, clearly and directly, even if it is unpleasant. Stop beating around the bush. Just tell me what has been decided! Ig5Q]beat one's brain outIf someone beats their brains out, they try very hard to understand something or solve a problem. My grandmother beats her brains out every evening trying to do the crossword puzzle in the newspaper.  I?+)beard the lion in his denIf you visit someone important in the place where they work, in order to challenge him/her or obtain something, you beard the lion in his den. If he continues to refuse my calls, I'll have to beard the lion in his den.  I 'Wv6~Yu+Wrap upCover in paper.They WRAPPED UP the presents then put a r+ %M{it beats me!This expression is used to express surprise at something that you find difficult to understand. It beats me how he can live in that horrible apartment!I] =S?beat someone to the drawIf you beat someone to the draw, you react more quickly and manage to do something before they do. Ross was determined to be the first to arrive. He managed to beat the others to the draw.IL OObeat/knock the (living) daylightsIf a person beats the (living) daylights out of another, they hit them very hard and repeatedly. If I catch you stealing again I'll beat the daylights out of you!IU5qbeat a hasty retreatSomeone who beats a (hasty) retreat runs away or goes back hurriedly to avoid a dangerous or difficult situation. The thief beat a hasty retreat as soon as he saw the security officer.I KF V0]Gw9wait on someone hand and footto serve s:@%'=dial it backIf you dial it back, you reduce the intensity of something, or tone it down. When Lucas started getting all excited, his mother said : Hey Lucas, dial it back a bit!I,?33speak of the devil!This is said to refer to a person who appears just when his/her name is mentioned. Speak of the devil! We were just talking about your invitatioIQ>_Gbetween the devil and  the deep blue seaIf you are between the devil and the deep blue sea, you are in a situation where there are two equally unacceptable alternatives. When the new product didn't take off, the company was caught between the devil and the deep blue sea : abandon the product or start a new marketing campaign.I1=E' there'll be the devil to payThis is a way of announcing that there will be trouble if something happens. Be careful. There'll be the devil to pay if you break anything!I &th-hlEWork outFind the answer or solution.I couldn't WORK OUT all the answers to the crossword puzzle.Pik#)Work outEnd nicely.Things were going wrong for them bu2/5beef something upIf you beef something up, you improve it by making it stronger or more substantial. You'd better beef up your arguments if you want to defend your case.Ib#eQbee's kneesTo say that someone/something is the bee's knees means that the speaker thinks they are exceptionally good. If you say "Chloe thinks she's the bee's knees" you mean that Chloe has a high opinion of herself.I. 3E{bee in one's bonnetSomeone who has a bee in their bonnet has an idea which constantly occupies their thoughts. She's got a bee in her bonnet about moving to New York.IV Ayat someone's beck and callIf a person is at someone's beck and call, they are always ready to do things for them or obey orders to please them. Parents should not be at the beck and call of their children.I (ZXUc=iWipe outMake someone very tired.Revising for the exam last n{7Mbefore the ink is dryIf people reach an agreement, and then change their minds immediately afterwards, the change occurs 'before the ink is dry'. You can never tell when he's serious.  He's capable of changing his mind before the ink is dry!I^7UEbeen there, done thatThe expression is used to indicate that the speaker is familiar with the situation mentioned.  It can also refer to an attitude which reflects a certain boredom at the idea of repeating an experience that has lost its novelty. His suggestions produced a 'been there, done that' attitude which undermined his enthusiasm.IT=ebeen in/through the warsIf a person or thing has been in or through the wars, they show signs of rough treatment, injury or damage. He arrived in a car that looked as though it had been through the wars.I 29{#3[UYWimp outNot be brave enough to do something.I was going to have the hottest curry on the menu, but I WIMPED OUT and had a mild lamb Korma instead.POZ'9WWiggle out ofAvo>)71below the beltAn action or remark described as below the belt is considered to be unfair or cruel. Politicians sometimes use personal information to hit their rivals below the belt.I '%]with bells onIf you go somewhere with bells on, you are delighted and eager to go there. Of course I'll be there - with bells on!Iu#Q ring a bellIf something rings a bell, it is vaguely familar to you, but you can't remember the exact details. John Bentley?  The name rings a bell but I don't remember him.John Bentley?  The name rings a bell but I don't remember him.IJ-cbehind the timesA person who is behind the times has old-fashioned ideas and does not keep up with modern life in general. Jane doesn't have a mobile phone.  She's completely behind the times.I kq')take the fifthTo decline to answer, especially on grounds that it might b!%Cqcutting edgeThis expression refers to the newest, most advanced stage in the development of something. The company is at the cutting edge of aeronautics.I0--cut to the quickIf you cut someone to the quick, you hurt their feelings or offend them deeply. Alan was cut to the quick when Joe expressed doubt about his sincerity.Iv9'!cut someone some slackIf you relax a rule, treat a person less severely or allow someone to do something which is normally not permitted, you cut them some slack. Our parents are very strict; I wish they'd cut us some slack now and then.Ic?y#not cut out for somethingIf you are not cut out for something, you are not the sort of person to succeed or be happy in a particular activity. I started studying medicine but I quickly realized I wasn't cut out for it.I N 2NJw/ER%7GWhip throughDo somethi`)bend the truthIf you bend the truth, you say something that is not entirely true. Ok, I bent the truth a bit.  I told him it was my natural colour, but I didn't say that my hairdresser helped me to keep it natural!IV3IEbend over backwardsIf you bend over backwards, you try very hard to do something, especially to please somebody. The manager bent over backwards to try to make Jack stay, but Jack wouldn't change his mind.Ik-kSunder one's beltIf you have something under your belt, you have acquired experience or have satisfactorily achieved something. You've got to have some work experience under your belt before you can hope to get a permanent job.I/qytighten your beltIf you need to tighten your belt, you must spend less money or be careful how you spend it because there is less available. Another bill? I'll have to tighten my belt this month!Another bill? I'll have to tighten my belt this month!I  CuhJkcWell upExp~#qbest betThe action most likely to succeed is called one's best bet. Your best bet would be to try calling him at home.IP"-ybeside yourselfIf you are beside yourself (with an emotion), you lose your self-control because of the intensity of the emotion you are feeling. He was beside himself with grief when he lost his son.Ia!/bent out of shapeIf you get bent out of shape, you become annoyed or upset about something that is usually not that important or cannot be avoided. Don't get bent out of shape if you're delayed.  We'll wait for you.I: 5eobenefit of the doubtIf you give someone the benefit of the doubt, you choose to believe that the person is innocent, honest or telling the truth, because there is no evidence to the contrary. Although he found it hard to believe Tom's explanation, the teacher decided to give him the benefit of the doubt.I /if4bAiWWeigh inHave a certain weight (in sports like boxing).The champion WEIGHED IN at 120 kilos.PrK'9)Ibet your bottom dollarIf you bet your bottom dollar on something, you are absolutely certain of it. Jack is very punctual.  You can bet your bottom dollar he'll be here at 9 o'clock on the dot.IB&/Mbest foot forwardIf you put your best foot forward, you do something as fast as you can. It's a long way to the station, but if I put my best foot forward I should catch the next train.Ih%3]Ubest of both worldsIf a person has the best of both worlds, they have the benefits and advantages of two different things. We live in the centre of town, but only 5 minutes from the beach.  We have the best of both worlds.Ia$7SMbest of one's abilityWhen someone does something to the best of their ability, they do it as well as they possibly can. I felt nervous all through the interview, but I replied to the questions the best of my ability.I F&f8{MWave offGo to a place where someone is leaving to wave goodbye.We WAVED her OFF at the station.Pp7WWave downMake a hand signal to stop a vehicle.They WAVED the van DOWN and got a lift after the accident.P~ *9#{better safe than sorryIt's better to be too cautious than to be careless and have regrets later. Let's book tickets in advance - better safe than sorry!Id)9=gbetter late than neverWhen someone does something late, this remark means that it is better to do it late than not do it at all. Do you know what time it is? You promised you'd come early to help me - but better late than never I suppose!Do you know what time it is? You promised you'd come early to help me - but better late than never I suppose!Il(9/bet on the wrong horseIf you back or bet on the wrong horse, for example the loser in a contest, match or election, you support the wrong person. When I voted for him, I was convinced he would win, but I backed the wrong horse.I [>[Qs .)#eit's beyond meTo say 'it's beyond me' means that it is impossible for you to understand. It's beyond me why Mary wants to marry John.IN-[ Kbetween the devil and the deep blue seaIf you are between the devil and the deep blue sea, you are in a situation where there are to equally unpleasant alternatives. When the new product didn't take off, the management was caught between the devil and the deep blue sea : develop a new marketing campaign or drop the product.I@,+-=think better ofIf you think better of something, you decide not to do what you intended doing. I was going to go shopping, but when I saw the crowded car park, I thought better of it.Iz+=;better still/worse stillThis expression is used to emphasize that although something is good, bad, etc., something else makes it even better, worse, etc. Not only did he get a great offer, but better still, a house and car come with the job.I ;Il;} *p(ewWant out-3))bide your timeIf you bide your time, you wait for a good opportunity to do something. He's not hesitating, he's just biding his time, waiting for the price to drop.IK2/mbeyond redemptionIf something is beyond redemption, it is in such a poor state that there is no hope of improvement or recovery. With the latest scandal, his reputation is now beyond redemption.I-1'+beyond recallSomething which is beyond recall is impossible to retrieve, cancel or reverse. I'm afraid we can't recover the pictures - your camera is beyond recall.IY0C?Ebeyond one's wildest dreamsIf something is beyond your wildest dreams, it is better than you imagined or hoped for. The research team received a grant from the government that was beyond their wildest dreams.I3/C'beyond any reasonable doubtThis is a legal expression which means that something is certain. The court established, beyond any reasonable doubt, that the man was innocentI ] l.#S{drop behindFall into a position behind others.Our sales have dropped behind thosn-[bandit territoryA geographical area where law enforcement is practically impossible, because people ignore all rules, is called 'bandit territory'. There are a certain number of bandit territories in the world where travellers are advised not to go. I@<-Ytake the biscuitThis expression refers to something very irritating or annoying. After waiting for an hour, we were told that there were no seats left.  That really took the biscuit!I;'birthday suitThis humorous expression means that you are wearing nothing. The bathroom door blew open, and there I was in my birthday suit!I>:'uwfor the birdsIf you think something is for the birds, you consider it to be uninteresting, useless or not to be taken seriously. As far as I'm concerned, his theory is for the birds.I091Gbirds of a featherTo say that two people are birds of a feather means that they are very similar in many ways. No wonder they get on well.  They're birds of a feather!Iu8)9binge drinkingThis term refers to heavy drinking where large quantities of alcohol are consumed in a short space of time, often among young people in rowdy groups. Binge drinking is becoming a major problem in some European countries. I 7!-!take forty winksThe idiom means to take a nap for a short period of time.take forty winks I'll just take forty !1cut it outIf you say 'cut it out' to someone, you are telling them to stop doing something. I've had enough of your insinuations, so just cut it out!IZ9'icut it/cut things fineIf you cut it/cut things fine, you leave barely enough time to do something. You're counting just an hour between the airport and the train station - isn't that cutting things a bit fine?Ia5cut one's own throatIf you cut your own throat, you do something that will be the cause of your own failure or ruin your chances in the future. Tony has already missed a lot of classes.  He's cutting his own throat.I-?-cut one's lossesIf you end or withdraw from something that is already failing, in order to reduce the loss of money, time or effort invested in it, you cut your losses. The project is heading for failure.  Let's cut our losses before it's too late.I 5rF5aqOWait onProvide someone with everything they need or want.He has a butler who WAITS ON him.PQ R@K-Aget a second bite at the cherryThis expression means that you get a second opportunity to do or try something. He was eliminated in the semi-finals, but he'll get a second bite at the cherry next year.I ?KYbite off more than you can chewIf you bite off more than you can chew, you try to do something that is too difficult for you, or more than you can manage. As soon as I started to translate the report, I realized that I had bitten off more than I could chew.I1>'/!bite the dustThe expression 'bite' or 'hit the dust' is a humorous way of referring to death. It's a story about an old cowboy who hits the dust during a train robbery.IG=+7Abite the bulletIf you bite the bullet, you accept something unpleasant because you cannot avoid it. If you don't have health insurance, you have to bite the bullet and pay the hospital fees.I @Q`=E7M once bitten twice shyThis is said by someone who has had an unpleasant experience which has made them more cautious. I'm never going to get married again.  Once bitten, twice shy!I8D/?bitten by the bugIf you develop a sudden interest or enthusiasm for something, you are bitten by the bug. My dad decided to take up golf and was immediately bitten by the bug.I#C/# bite one's tongueIf you bite your tongue, you try not to say what you really think or feel. It was difficult for me not to react; I had to bite my tongue.ITB;5Mbite someone's head offIf you bite someone's head off, you criticize them strongly (and perhaps unfairly). I worked 10 hours a day all week and my boss bit my head off for not doing my share of the work!IdAEQGbite the hand that feeds youIf you bite the hand that feeds you, you are unfriendly or do harm to someone who is kind to you. If you say bad things about the person who gives you a job, you bite the hand that feeds you.I hG(MhaXM|SGUse upFaJ+'black tie eventThis expression refers to a formal event at which men are required to wear a dinner jacket, or tuxedo, and a black bow tie. I need to know if it's going to be a casual get-together or a black tie eventIWI#black sheepThe black sheep is one who behaves very differently or badly, and is considered disreputable by the other members of the family. Joe was the black sheep of the family, always getting into troubleIcHa_black outIf you black out, you lose consciousness. When Tony saw the needle, he blacked out.I5G%1)black marketThe black market refers to the illegal buying and selling of goods or currencies. Be careful of what you buy on the black market - it's not always good quality.I5F9)bitter pill to swallowSomething very unpleasant or difficult to accept is a bitter pill to swallow. Losing his job after organizing the merger was a bitter pill to swallow.I MBp>&+lq=Turn overGive to the authorities.The court ordered the company to TURN OVER their ficN#wet blanketTo refer to someone as a wet blanket means that they spoil other people's fun, or make an event less enjoyable than it could have been. Come on Mike!  Don't be such a wet blanket. You're spoiling the party!INM%k!blank chequeIf you give someone a blank cheque, you authorise them to do what they think is best in a difficult situation. Tom was given a blank cheque and told to negotiate the best deal possible.IL'I3blamestormingA discussion among a group of people who try to determine who or what is to blame for a particular mistake, failure or wrongdoing, is called 'blamestorming'. A blamestorming session took place following the unfavourable reviews in the press.I/K17 in black and whiteTo say that something is in black and white means that there is written proof of it. It's an obligation.  It's in black and white in your contract.I =FAe)OTurn downFold the top covers of a bed down to make it ready for someone to go to sleep.The hoteR;i}blind leading the blindThis expression describes a person with very little ability trying to help or guide a person with no ability. Don't ask Sofia to translate it.  She hardly speaks a word of English herself. It would be the blind leading the blind.I)Q)Gyblind as a batSomeone whose vision is very poor, or who is unable to see anything, is (as) blind as a bat. Without his glasses, the old man is as blind as a bat.IDP#sblind alleyIf you go up a blind alley, you follow an ineffective course of action which leads nowhere or produces no results. The suspect's 'revelations' lead the police up a blind alley.IwO5]qblessing in disguiseThis expression refers to something that is unpleasant at first but later turns out to have advantages. Missing the plane was a blessing in disguise - that's how he met his wife.  She was a hostess on the next flight!I rWrHv W7 imakes your blood boilIf something makes your blood boil, it makes you really angry. His condescending attitude made my blood boil!I,V#MblockbusterSomething that is outstanding, impressive or particularly successful, such as a film or a book ,is called a blockbuster. The TV series was a blockbuster.I#U%={on the blinkIf a machine is on the blink, it is not working properly and needs servicing or repair. What a nuisance! The photocopier is on the blink again.I?T+yqblink of an eyeIf something happens in the blink of an eye, it happens nearly instantaneously, with hardly enough time to notice it. The pickpocket disappeared in the blink of an eye.IbSAblind someone with scienceIf someone tries to blind you with science, they confuse you with their knowledge by using difficult or technical words. When you ask Tim for a simple explanation, he blinds you with science.I Y]#Y| _F\7G#blow away the cobwebsIf something blows away the cobwebs, it makes you feel more lively and refreshes your ideas. Let's get out of the house. A walk on the beach will blow away the cobwebs!I3[5Cblot one's copy-bookSomeone who blots their copy-book does something to spoil their good record or reputation. He blotted his copy-book when he was arrested for speeding.IKZ9Q!blood, sweat and tearsA project or action which involves blood, sweat and tears requires a lot of effort and hard work. His success wasn't due to luck; it was blood, sweat and tears all the way.I0Y5'blood out of a stoneThis expression refers to something that is very difficult to obtain. Negotiating a reduction from that company is like getting blood from a stone!IX?{makes your blood run coldIf something makes your blood run cold, it shocks or scares you a lot. The look in the prisoner's eyes made my blood run cold.I PUJLOOTrump upCharge or accuse someone falsely.The police TRUMPED UP the charges against him and he ended up in prison though he hadn't done it.PrKU Trot outMake a state2`9)blow out of proportionIf you exaggerate the importance of something, you blow it out of proportion. The importance of the event was blown out of proportion by the media.Iy_/;blow hot and coldIf you blow hot and cold about something, you constantly change your opinion about it. The boss keeps blowing hot and cold about the marketing campaign - one day he finds it excellent, the next day he wants to make changes.I^' blow a gasketWhen a furious person blows a gasket, they explode with anger. When the shop was burgled for the third time, the owner blew a gasket.I,]#+blow a fuseIf you blow a fuse, you suddenly lose your temper and become very angry. Charlie blew a fuse yesterday then he discovered that his ipod had been stolen.I h3C%_Tra,d71blue around the gillsIf a person looks blue around gills, (or green or pale) they look unwell or sick. You should sit down.  You look a bit blue around the gills.Ic'y%blow your topIf you blow your top, you suddenly become very angry. When my mother saw the state of the house after the party, she blew her top!Ieb5O[blow up in your faceWhen working on a plan or project, if it suddenly goes wrong or fails, it blows up in your face. The trip was difficult to organise, but it blew up in his face when the airline company went on strike.Ia-oblow the whistleIf you report an illegal or socially-harmful activity to the authorities, and give information about those responsible for it, you blow the whistle or you are a whistle-blower. He refused to blow the whistle on his boss for fear of losing his job.I ,FD )g=SuTrade offBargain, make a deal or compromise.A longer working week was TRADED OFF for a pay rise.Pu<uqTrad i+out of the blueIf something happens out of the blue, it happens very unexpectedly. I had nearly given up hope when out of the blue I was offered a job.I^h']Qblue-eyed boyA blue-eyed boy is someone's favourite. He's the director's blue-eyed boy!Igfeel blueTo feel blue means to have feelings of deep sadness or depression. I'm going to see my grandmother. She's feeling a bit blue at the moment.Ibf-o=blue in the faceIf you do something until you are blue in the face, you try unsuccessfully to do something for a very long time. I explained the situation until I was blue in the face but she wouldn't change her mind.IPe/sblue chip companyThis term refers to a company with a solid reputation for the quality of its products and the stability of its growth and earnings. It's usually safe to invest in a blue chip company.I f$Rjf@xm'mbodice-ripperA novel, usually on a historical theme, with a plot that involves romantic passion between a vulnerable heroine and a rich, powerful male character, is called a bodice-ripper. The novel is a bodice-ripper set in the French revolution.Idl'_Wmiss the boatIf you miss the boat, you fail to take advantage of an opportunity because you don't act quickly enough. I managed to get my order through before the end of the special offer - but I nearly missed the boat!INk-W-in the same boatIf two or more parties are in the same boat, they are in the same unpleasant or difficult situation. When the factory closed down, the workers all found themselves in the same boat.IXj5c-(scream) blue murderSomeone who screams blue murder shouts or complains very loudly as if something very serious has happened. The crowd started screaming blue murder when the football match was interrupted.I NP|=%?EA lender nor borrower be.Do not lend orXp+?[done and dustedWhen a project, task or activity is done and dusted, it is completely finished or ready. I've nearly finished preparing the presentation.  When it's all done and dusted I'll be able to relax.IBo_done dealThis expression is used to refer to an agreement or decision which has been reached on a certain matter. We're still considering several proposals, so it's not a done deal yet.IBn#]on the doleA person who receives financial assistance from the government when they are unemployed is on the dole. Their father is on the dole so the family is living on a tight budget.Ihm+5in the doldrumsTo say that a person, a business or the economy in general is in the doldrums means that the situation is gloomy and that nothing new is happening. Despite the recent measures, the economy is in the doldrums.I WpZe-?Touch offCause a problem to occur.The government's decision TOUCHE-q1C}bolt from the blueTo refer to something as a bolt from the blue means that it happened totally unexpectedly. The chairman's resignation came as a bolt from the blue.I)p'#bold as brassSomeone who is as bold as brass behaves without shame or embarrassment. Bold as brass, he refused the gift and handed it back to his mother-in-law.I_o) boil the oceanTo “boil the ocean” means to waste time on a task or project that is unnecessary, not worth doing or impossible to achieve. “I expect you to do the job well but don’t try to boil the ocean!”In-{the mind bogglesThe expression 'the mind boggles' is used as a reaction to something you find amazing or difficult to understand. She crossed the Atlantic alone - can you imagine? - the mind boggles!She crossed the Atlantic alone - can you imagine? - the mind boggles!I 2_ 0|$!iToss aboutDiscuss something freely and openly, but not very seriously.WE TOSSED ideas ABOUT|uSUeyou can't judge a book by its coverThis expression means that you should not form an opinion about something from its appearance only. He leads a very simple life but in fact he's an extremely rich man.  - you can't judge a book by its cover.IFt9Smake no bones about itIf you make no bones about something, you don't hesitate to say something in a frank and open way. I made no bones about it.   I told him his offer was unacceptable.IOs?Ybone to pick with someoneIf you have a bone to pick with someone, you are annoyed with them and want to talk to them about it. Mark wants to see the boss.  He says he's got a bone to pick with him.IJr1=;bone of contentionA bone of contention is a matter or subject about which there is a lot of disagreement. The salaries have been agreed on, but opening on Sundays is still a bone of contention.I >>EMY;Y3accidentally on purposeIf you do something intentionally, but pretend it was an accident, you do it accidentally on purpose. I accidentally-on-purpose erased his email address so I couldn't contact him again.IrKKcmore by accident than by designSomething that happens more by accident than (by) design is done without deliberate intention. I became an interpreter more by accident than design; nobody else could speak the language of the refugees.I9#9+above boardIf a situation or business is described as above board, it is open, honest and legal. There are not secret negotiations.  Our dealings have always been above board.I2OaIabove and beyond the call of dutyIf a person does something which is above and beyond the call of duty, they show a greater degree of courage or effort than is usually required or expected in their job. The fire-fighter received a medal for his action which went above and beyond the call of duty.I d2HOdat qgy]gbored to tears (distraction/death/silly)If you find something so dull and uninteresting that it makes you sad enough to cry, you are bored to tears. I could see that my son was bored to tears by the historical documentary.Iux;oUtoo big for one's bootsA person who is getting too big for their boots is behaving as if they were more important than they really are. Tom's really getting too big for his boots since he got a promotion - he hardly says hello any more!Ifw7! lick somebody's bootsTo say that one person licks another person's boots means that they are trying to please that person, often in order to obtain something. There's no need to lick the manager's boots. Just do your job!IJvC51in someone's good/bad booksIf you are in somebody's good or bad books, you have their approval or disapproval. I'm in my wife's bad books at the moment because I forgot our wedding anniversary.I .ZI.:19brain like a sieveSomeone who has a brain like a sieve has a very bad memory and forgets things easily. Oh, I forgot to buy the bread - I've got a brain like a sieve these days!IG#sbrain drainThe departure of highly qualified people (scientists, engineers, etc.) for other countries, where they have better opportunities and usually better pay, is called the brain drain.-I2)U}bow and scrapeTo say that someone is bowing and scraping means that they are being excessively polite or servile. The President was greeted with much bowing and scraping.IP5ibounce off the wallsSomeone who is very excited about something, or full of nervous energy, is said to be bouncing off the walls. Danny can't wait to start his new job.  He's bouncing off the walls.IN~+Q5bottom fell outWhen something causes a plan, project or venture to collapse or fail, the bottom falls out of it. When heavy rain was announced, the bottom fell out of their plans for a beach party.I XUX\ ZDMw!METhrow overEy +cybreak your backIf you work extremely hard, or put a lot of effort into achieving something, you break your back to do it. If you want the job done well, you should accept to pay more.  He's not going to break his back for such a low price!IF -C1on the breadlinePeople who live on the breadline have a very low income or barely enough money to survive. Due to the recent crisis, there are more people on the breadline than ever before.I`YI3take the bread out of somebody's mouthIf you take the bread out of somebody's mouth, you take away their means of earning a living. The decision to ban street vendors took the bread out of the mouths of many people.IyYu9know which side your bread is butteredIf you know which side your bread is buttered, you know where your interests lie or what will be to your advantage. Jack never argues with his father-in-law.  He knows which side his bread is buttered.I  I}givk!]Throw awayDiscard t+ Ibreak the mouldIf you change what people expect from a (traditional) situation, especially by doing something original, you break the mould. After generations of doctors in the family, he broke the mould by becoming a fashion designer.IH %ibreak a leg!This is a humorous way of wishing someone good luck, especially among stage performers. So tonight's the opening night?  Break a leg!So tonight's the opening night?  Break a leg!I? 1Gbreak fresh groundIf you break fresh ground, you innovate by introducing or developing a new method or system. Scientists have broken fresh ground in their exploration of outer spaceIp C=ubreak the back of the beastIf someone breaks the back of the beast, they succeed in overcoming a major difficulty. After hours of effort, the technicians finally broke the back of the beast and turned the electricity back on again.I ./f/say uncleto admit failure.I'll show them how I can be a superstar. I'm not going to say uncle.Ii9[Wsail through someb9{%far cry from somethingIf one thing is a far cry from something else, they are very different from each other, especially in quality or size. My tiny apartment in New York was a far cry from my parents' spacious house.Ip~Icry wolfTo cry wolf is to call for help when you are not really in danger.  As a result, nobody believes you when you really need help. There's Mary screaming again! Does she really have a problem or is she just crying wolf again?I}1cry one's eyes outIf you cry your eyes out, you cry a lot and for a long time. My son cried his eyes out when he discovered his bike had been stolen.IN|1[%crux of the matterThe main point or the most vital element of a discussion or argument is called the crux of the matter. The crux of the matter is that he's too old to live alone in that big house.I <3Oa breezeTo say that something was a breeze means that it was very easy or that everything went smoothly. The interview was a breeze - barely 10 minutes and I got the job!IkCgAbreathe down someone's neckIf someone is breathing down your neck, they are watching you too closely and making you feel uncomfortable. The atmosphere at work is not great; the boss keeps breathing down our necks all the time.I@7e{breaking and enteringThis term refers to the fact of entering a building or home illegally by breaking open a window, door, etc. The two men were found guilty of breaking and entering.I9;7break out in cold sweatIf you break out in a cold sweat, you begin to perspire a lot, usually from anxiety. I get nervous at the dentist's and usually break out in a cold sweatI@E1break every rule in the bookIf you behave in a completely unacceptable way, you break every rule in the book. Our competitors obtained the contract by breaking every rule in the book.I L8L'/@Y[-TehA%bring nothing to the tableIf you participate in negotiations and bring nothing to the table, you have nothing of interest to offer the other side. We'll never reach an agreement if we don't all bring something to the table.I 5 bring the house downIf you bring the house down, you give a very successful performance. If he sings like that on Saturday, he'll bring the house down.IXE9Gbright-eyed and bushy-tailedA person who is bright-eyed and bushy-tailed is very enthusiastic and full of energy. Gary was fantastic. He arrived bright-eyed and bushy-tailed at 7am and worked with us all dayIDS%%bricks and mortar bricks and clicksAn established trading company (office/shop) is referred to as a 'brick-and-mortar' business. 'Click companies' refer to internet-based operations. Companies which do both are called 'bricks and clicks'. Click businesses are usually more flexible than brick-and-mortar operations.I  B%lQ!?Tear apartDisturb or upset greatly.People were TORN APART when news of the train crash came through.PfPqYTeam upWork with someone or a group to achieve something.They TEAMED UP to publicise the issue.(7)about turn/about faceThis term refers to a complete change of opinion or policy. The ambassador's recent declarations indicate an about turn in foreign policy.I3(of) no fixed abodeA person of no fixed abode has nowhere permanent to live. A 30-year-old man of no fixed abode was charged with the burglary.I[GS1to the best of one's ability.When someone does something to the best of their ability, they do it as well as they possibly can. I felt nervous all through the interview, but I replied to the best of my ability.I]EEEabbreviated piece of nothingThis slang expression refers to someone who is considered to be insignificant or worthless. Bob doesn't think much of his new colleague. He calls him an 'abbreviated piece of nothing'.I /K/ P O ; N M L K ' 3?sget someone's driftIf you get someone's drift, you understand in a general way what they are trying to say. I didn't understand every word but I got the drift.I; +Qdribs and drabsIf something comes in dribs and drabs, it arrives little by little, in small amounts or numbers. Instead of the crowed expected, people arrived in dribs and drabs.I.;%dressed up to the ninesSomeone dressed up to the nines is wearing very smart or glamorous clothes. Caroline must be going to a party - she's dressed up to the nines.IP+%gdressed to killWhen someone, especially a woman, is dressed to kill, they are wearing very fashionable or glamorous clothes intended to attract attention. She arrived at the reception dressed to kill.I]%_Kdream ticketIf you refer to two people as a dream ticket, you think they would work well together and be successful. Two world champions teaming up for the children's fund-raising project would be a dream ticket.I Oe|O(h'APlough upBreak the surface ofUmdull at ditchwater dull as dishwaterSomething as dull as ditchwater is very boring. The film was as dull as ditchwater.  I nearly fell asleep.I%{sitting duckA sitting duck is an easy target, a person who is easy to deceive. The young girl was a sitting duck for the photographer.I1odry (or dummy) runIf you organise a rehearsal, a trial exercise or a practice session of something, in realistic conditions, to see how well it will work before it is launched, you do a dry run. Let's do a dry run of the ceremony to make sure everything goes smoothly.IL=E+drum into someone's headIf you teach something to someone through constant repetition, you drum it into their head. When we were kids at school, multiplication tables were drummed into our heads.I'ready to dropSomeone who is ready to drop is nearly too exhausted to stay standing. I've been shopping all day with Judy.  I'm ready to drop!I 9209.ns%/'dust bunniesDust bunnies are clumps of dust, usually found on the floor, in corners or under furniture, in places where the housework is not done regularly. The house hadn't been cleaned in weeks.  There were dust bunnies everywhere.IL# dry as dustSomething that is as dry as dust is very dry indeed. This expression can also refer to something dull and uninteresting. The ground was as dry as dust. / His speech was as dry as dust.I.%wUdumbing downIf something, such as a television programme or a film production, is dumbed down, it is deliberately made less intelligent or less demanding in order to attract a larger audience. Some TV channels are dumbing down their programmes in an attempt to increase their audience ratings.IJ/[dumb as an oysterSomeone who is as dumb as an oyster will never reveal something told in confidence or betray a secret. Sophie will never repeat what you tell her.  She's as dumb as an oyster.I  )zNOIPlay outProgress, often till it fini1!!I duty boundIf you are duty bound to do something, you are required to do it as part of your obligations. Teachers are duty bound to report a pupil's absence from school.I+ E go DutchTo go Dutch with somebody means to share the cost of something such as a meal or a concert. Young people today tend to go Dutch when they go out together.I_1MUthrow dust in eyesIf you throw dust in someone's eyes, you prevent them from seeing the truth by misleading them. He threw dust in the old lady's eyes by pretending to be a police officer, then stole her jewellery.Ip-Cdust has settledTo say that the dust has settled means that the situation has become calmer after a series of unpleasant or chaotic events. After her difficult divorce, she waited until the dust had settled before making any plans.I Z=TZI_ &!!meagle eyesSomeone who has eagle eyes see or notices things more easily than others. Tony will help us find it - he's got eagle eyes!Ik%%mYeager beaverThe term eager beaver refers to a person who is hardworking and enthusiastic, sometimes considered overzealous. The new accountant works all the time -  first to arrive and last to leave. He's a real eager beaver!Ix$3Cdying for somethingIf you are dying for something, you have a strong desire for it!. I'm dying for a cup of tea!Ie#-/dyed-in-the-woolThis expression is used to describe a person who has fixed, uncompromising, deep-felt beliefs to which they are committed. Bob and Jane are dyed-in-the-wool ecologists who use only biodegradable products.I?"1!Adwell on somethingIf someone dwells on something, they think or talk about it all the time. My mother-in-law has health problems, but I wish she wouldn't always dwell on the subject!I Q7 !W1Pitch intoCriticise severely or attack someone.The shareholders PITCHED INTO the management about their pay rises at the meeting.<*3ycmake your ears burnIf something makes your ears burn, you are embarrassed by what you hear, especially if the conversation is about you. The comments I overheard made my ears burn.I)#qlend an earIf you lend an ear to someone, you listen carefully and sympathetically. I'll lend you an ear if you want to talk about it.Ii(Ci;keep your ear to the groundIf you keep your ear to the ground, you make sure that you are aware of all that is happening and being said. I'll keep my ear to the ground and as soon as there are any developments I'll call you.Iz'EsQin one ear and out the otherTo say that information goes in one ear and comes out the other means that it is immediately forgotten or ignored. I keep telling him  about the risks but it goes in one ear and out the other.  He never listens!I D,[Rp} SPin upFix something to a wall, or other vertical surface, with a pin.I PINNED the notice UP on the boardPR|E_Pin =./Oearmark somethingIf you earmark something, you assign it to a particular person or reserve it for a specific use. A certain number of chairs were earmarked for the conference room.IM-+eturn a deaf earA person who turns a deaf ear to something such as a request or a complaint refuses to pay attention to it. I tried to explain the situation to the manager but he turned a deaf ear.I,)wplay it by earThis expression means to improvise or do something without preparation, according to the demands of the situation. (music : to play by remembering the tune, without printed music.) I'm not sure what attitude we should adopt so just let's play it by ear.I8+1immusic to your earsTo say that something is music to your ears means that the information you receive makes you feel very happy. The compliments I received were music to my earsI 3c3;DX- ecool one's heelsIf you are left to cool your heels, someone keeps you waiting. After rushing to be on time for my appointment, I was left to cool my heels in the waiting room for an hour.I9W17cool as a cucumberA person who is as cool as a cucumber is not anxious, but relaxed and non-emotional. The bride's mother stayed as cool as a cucumber all through the ceremony.I'VQthat's the way the cookie crumblesTo say 'that's the way the cookie crumbles' means that is the way things are and nothing can be done about it - that's life!-I7U7!+cook somebody's gooseTo cook somebody's goose means to spoil that person's chances of success. When the burglar saw the police car arriving, he realized his goose was cooked!I^T) cook the booksA person who cooks the books is one who changes the facts or figures in the financial accounts, often in order to steal money. The actor discovered after a while that his agent was cooking the books.I B3{UEctgYPile intoEnter a place quickly, in a disorganised way.We PILED INTO the shop]2# easy as pieSomething that is (as) easy as pie is very easy to do. "How did the English test go?"  "No problem,  it was (as) easy as pie!""How did the English test go?"  "No problem,  it was (as) easy as pie!"I41'/'easy does it!You can 'easy does it!' when you want something to be done slowly and carefully. "Easy does it" said my husband as the sofa was carried through the hall door.I 07weasier said than doneTo say that something is easier said than done means that what is suggested sounds easy but it is more difficult to actually do it. Put the TV aerial on the roof? Easier said than done!Put the TV aerial on the roof? Easier said than done!I:/5/%earn while you learnThis expression refers to the possibility of earning a salary while in training. Become an apprentice and get paid while in training.  Earn while you learn!I 0V0h7/?yeat someone aliveIf you criticize someone severely because you are angry with them, you eat them alive. (You can also be eaten alive - bitten repeatedly -  by insects.) The boss will eat me alive if the report arrives late.Ie6M eat, sleep and breathe somethingIf you eat, sleep and breathe something, you are so enthusiastic and passionate about it that you think about it constantly. He's an enthusiastic golfer;  he eats, sleeps and breathes it!I5# eat a horseIf you say that you could eat a horse you mean that you are very hungry. Let's get something to eat. I'm starving. I could eat a horse!I.4K eat dirtIf you eat dirt, you are forced to accept another person's bad treatment or insulting remarks. As a consequence of the strike, the employees had to eat dirt.I&3)eat crowIf you eat crow, you admit that you were wrong about something and apologize. He had no option but to eat crow and admit that his analysis was wrong.I Y|FEe%qPick throughSearch something that is disordered for something.The police have been PICKING M;))]eat your wordsIf you eat your words, you have to admit that what you said before was wrong. After predicting disastrous results, he had to eat his words when he saw the success of the new product.IY:?e#eat out of someone's handIf you eat out of somebody's hand, you are eager to please and will accept to do anything that person asks. She is so persuasive that she has people eating out of her hand in no time.I<9AUyeat/dip into one's savingsIf you eat or dip into your savings, you spend part of the money you have put aside for future use. I had to dip into my savings to have the car repaired.Ic8?;aeat out of house and homeThis is a humorous way of saying that someone is eating large quantities of your food. I stock up with food when my teenage sons invite their friends over. They'd eat you out of house and home!I  'sJJa[]5}Phase inIntroduce gradually.They are PHASING IN the reforms ovG?AEnest eggIf you have a nest egg, you have a reserve of money which you put aside for future needs. Our parents consider the money from the sale of their house as a nest egg for their old age.I0>)%'egg someone onIf you egg someone on, you urge or strongly encourage them to do something. She didn't really want to learn to drive but her children kept egging her on.Ia=1edge of one's seatSomeone who is on the edge of their seat is very interested in something and finds it both extremely exciting and nerve-wracking. Look at Bob! He's on the edge of his seat watching that rugby match!Ip<?- economical with the truthTo say that a person is economical with the truth means that, without actually lying, they omit important facts or give incomplete information. The politician was accused of being economical with the truth.I %/v% LFD%_elbow greaseIf you use elbow grease, you need energy and strength to do physical work such as cleaning or polishing. It took a considerable amount of elbow grease to renovate the old house.IC1one over the eightIf a person has one over the eight, they are slightly drunk. Don't listen to him.  Can't you see he's one over the eight!IjB Cego tripIf you do something primarily to draw attention to yourself and feel important or superior to others, you are on an ego trip. His speech about creating an association to help the underprivileged was one long ego trip.I5A/3walk on eggshellsIf you walk on eggshells with someone, you are careful not to hurt or offend them. She's so sensitive, you have to walk on eggshells with her all the time.IM@C?-all your eggs in one basketIf you have all your eggs in one basket, you depend on one plan or one source of income. If you invest your savings in one bank, you'll have all your eggs in one basket.I l{?La!Pay offProduce a profitable or successful result.Their patience PAID OFF when he finally showed up and signed the contract.PYK=sPay offCompletely repay a debt.The mortCH'qeleventh hourIf something happens at the eleventh hour, it happens when it is almost too late, or at the last possible moment. Our team won after they scored a goal at the eleventh hour.IuG5}Melephant in the roomA problem that no one wants to discuss, but is so obvious that it cannot be ignored, is called an elephant in the room. Let's face it, his work is unsatisfactory. It's an elephant in the room that we need to discuss.IUF-[7in one's elementWhen you are in your element, you are doing something that you do well, and you are enjoying yourself. My brother, who is an estate agent, was in his element house-hunting for our parents.IE!elbow roomIf you need some elbow room, you need more space to move. We shared a small office where neither of us had enough elbow room.I  ^j%bB=Pat downSearch or frisk someone.The police PATTED them DOWN for weapons but found nothing.PsA/3Pass upDecline a chance.She PASSED UP the opportunity to go to university because she'd been offerK#enough saidThis expression is used to indicate that you completely understand the situation and you do not need any further details. Your mother-in-law arrived unexpectedly last night?  Enough said!Your mother-in-law arrived unexpectedly last night?  Enough said!IZJ)make ends meetIf you find it difficult to pay for your everyday needs because you have very little money, it is hard for you to make ends meet. Anne's salary is so low that she finds it hard to make ends meet.II; qembarrassment of richesWhen there is much more of something than necessary, and it is difficult to make a choice, you have an embarrassment of riches. Our hosts presented us with an embarrassment of riches. There was so much food that we didn't know where to start!I `4`z3L9ASPass outFaint, lose consciousness.HePOu!even keelA situation or person who stays on an even keel manages to remain calm, stable and untroubled in all circumstances. She managed to keep her life on an even keel in spite of the difficulties.ILN! in essenceThe term 'in essence' means 'basically', fundamentally' or 'essentially', and refers to the most important or essential facts. In essence, lightning is a great big spark of electricity.IfM/see error of waysWhen someone sees the error of their ways, they understand that what they are doing is wrong and accept to change their behaviour. He talked to a counsellor who tried to make him see the error of his waysILAaerr on the side of cautionWhen uncertain about what to do, if you err on the side of caution you do more than what is adequate rather than take any risks. When I'm not sure how much food to prepare, I tend to err on the side of caution and prepare far too much.I !p3}HT)}necessary evilIf you say that something is a necessary evil, you don't like it but you understand that it has to exist and be accepted. Vaccinations are a necessary evil if you want to travel.IS?gwevery Tom, Dick and HarryThis expression means everyone or everybody. Every Tom, Dick and Harry has a credit card nowadays!I"R7every nook and crannyEvery nook and cranny means every possible part of a place. She searched every nook and cranny of the old town looking for antiques.IQ#7Ieven stevenTwo or more people who are even stevens are equal to each other.  None of them has more than the others; none is owed anything or has anything due. The two boys shared equally the money they made delivering pizzas so now they're even stevens.I[P)w+even the scoreWhen a person decides to even the score, they try to get their revenge on someone who has cheated or done them harm. When Jack discovered that Bob had cheated, he was determined to even the score.I Jw% A{%keep one's eye on the ballto remain alert to the events occurring around oneself.To be successful in this business, you'll ho1/{Icloud cuckoo landThis expression refers to an imaginary unrealistic place where everything is perfect and impossible things can happen. Anyone who thinks these measures are going to solve the crisis is living in cloud-cuckoo-land!Ic0Ay!close (/dumb) as an oysterSomeone who is as close ( or 'dumb') as an oyster will never reveal something told in confidence, or betray a secret. Sophie will never repeat what you tell her.  She's as close as an oyster.IO/'uclose to homeIf a remark or comment is close to home, it is so true, or it affects you so directly, that you feel uncomfortable. Alan looks embarrassed.  Bob's comment must have been close to home.I2.#/'close shaveThis term describes a situation where an accident or a disaster nearly happened. I almost hit the child who ran out in front of my car.  It was a close shaveI J^hH&&!qQPaper overTry to conceal a problem without really fixing it.The government tried to PAPER OVER the problems in the proposal, but the press weX/QSapple of your eyeA person, usually a child, who is the apple of your eye is one for whom you have great affection. My grandson is the apple of my eye.IDW3a explore all avenuesIf you explore all avenues, you try out every possibility in order to obtain a result or find a solution. We can't say it's impossible until we've explored all avenues.IV-'sexcuse my FrenchThis expression is used as an apology for using crude or offensive language. He's a bloody nuisance, if you'll excuse my French.IU?['exception proves the ruleIf something is different from a general belief or theory, it shows that the belief or theory is true. Most teenagers love fast food, but Ben is the exception that proves the rule - he's the only one of our children who insists on healthy food!I s&Ls+b=O#wPair offForm pairs.The class PAIRED OFF to prU\5ueyes in back of headIf someone has eyes in the back of their head, they are very observant and notice everything happening around them. You need eyes in the back of your head to look after young children.IV[3U9more than meets eyeThis expression means that something is more complicated or more interesting than it first appears. They say it's just a disagreement, but we think there's more to it than meets the eye.I[Z)one in the eyeIf an event or development is an unexpected disappointment or defeat for someone, you can say that it is one in the eye for that person. My promotion was one in the eye for my ambitious colleague.IwY;5in the eye of the stormA person or organisation who is in the eye of the storm is deeply involved in a difficult situation which affects a lot of people. The minister was often in the eye of the storm during the debate on the war in Iraq.I F'v([!7'CPack outFill a venue.The stadium was PACKED OUT.PN1gPack offSend someone away.His boss PACKED him OFF to a regional office.Py!gPack it inStop doing something (used as an imperative).The kids were making a fuss, so ID`)Yeyes on stalksIf your eyes are on stalks when you look at something, they are wide open with surprise or amazement. The child's eyes were on stalks as he watch the magician's performance.I0_55 with one's eyes openIf you do something with your eyes open, you are fully aware of what you are doing. I took on the job with my eyes wide open so I'm not complainingI8^-#5keep eyes peeledTo keep one's eyes peeled means to watch out very carefully for something. I mislaid my wedding ring at home, so I asked my children to keep their eyes peeled.I6]--'eyes like a hawkIf you've got eyes like a hawk, you have good eyesight and notice every detail. Of course Dad will notice the scratch on his car - he's got eyes like a hawk.I ZuhR c=Opt intoChoose to be a member or part of somethingdGoface only a mother could loveThis is a humorous way of saying that someone is ugly or unattractive. The poor guy has a face only a mother could love.Iac=face like a wet week-endIf someone has a face like a wet week-end, they look sad and miserable. What's wrong with Pete? He's got a face like a wet week-end!What's wrong with Pete? He's got a face like a wet week-end!Ib/wface like thunderIf someone has a face like thunder, they look very angry. When Dad is really angry, he has a face like thunder!IaQYface like a bulldog chewing a waspTo say that someone has a face like a bulldog chewing a wasp means that you find them very unattractive because they have a screwed-up ugly expression on their face. Not only was he rude but he had a face like a bulldog chewing a wasp!I j5#j:+2 MNote downWrite something short like a phone number 5i'/)straight faceIf you keep a straight face, you look serious although you really want to laugh. Our teacher was dressed so strangely that it was hard to keep a straight face!I{h!yupoker faceIf you have a poker face, you show no emotion at all. All during the trial the criminal kept a poker face.I`g!Mgface valueIf you take something at its face value, you assume that it is genuinely what it appears to be. The car seems to be in good condition, but don't take it at its face value;  get a mechanic to check it out.I,f)K{face the musicIf you have to face the music, you have to accept the unpleasant consequences of your actions. He was caught stealing.  Now he has to face the music.IGeE3+face that would stop a clockSomeone who has a face that would stop a clock has a shockingly unattractive face. You'll recognize him - he's tall and thin, with a face that would stop a clock!I 22<V`m%Cofair hearingWhen accused of wrongdoing, if someone gets a fair hearing, they get an opportunity to present evidence or give their side of the story, usually in court. I can guarantee that you will get a fair hearing.I}l+7-fair and squareIf something is obtained or won fair and square, it is done in an honest and open manner, the rules are respected and there is no cheating or lying. Gavin won the competition fair and square - there was no doubt about the result.IkA;facts speak for themselvesWhen the facts of a situation are so clear that no further explanation or extra details are necessary, the facts speak for themselves. No need to tell you that the situation is disastrous.  The facts speak for themselves.I`j7?_fact of the matter isThis expression is used to emphasize the reality of a situation, or what is really true. His mother thinks Sammy needs help with his homework, but the fact of the matter is : Sammy is just lazy!I p6>1p@JrAmKRome wasn't built in a day={/ Sas the crow filesThis expression refers to distance measured in a straight line. It's two miles from here to the station as the crow flies, but of course it's much further by road.I z/ucross the RubiconIf you cross the Rubicon, you make an irreversible decision or commit to a course of action that cannot be changed. After careful consideration, he decided to stop teaching and open an art gallery, knowing that he was crossing the Rubicon.Ity/[sat cross purposesIf two people are at cross purposes, there is a misunderstanding as to what each one is talking about. Look, we seem to be at cross purposes. You're talking about 'sailing' boats, but I'm talking about 'selling' boats.IFx5+Across someone's pathIf you meet somebody, usually unexpectedly or by chance, you cross their path. Ms. Bridgewater was my English teacher but  haven't crossed her path since I left school.I jDvj)oY)Nag atRepeatedly criticise someone verbally.My boss isq3w{fall between stoolsIf something falls between two stools, it is neither totally one thing nor another, and is therefore unsatisfactory. The book didn't sell because it fell between two stools.  It appealed neither to historians nor to the general public.IJp5=7fall at first hurdleIf you fall at the first hurdle, you fail to overcome the first difficulty encountered. Scott fell at the first hurdle.  He didn't study enough and failed his first  exam.IFo'7Cfait accompliThis French expression refers to something that has been done and cannot be changed. He used his savings to buy a motorbike and then presented his parents with a fait accompli.Inn37fair-weather friendSomeone who acts as a friend when times are good, and is not there when you are in trouble, is called a fair-weather friend. I thought I could count on Bill, but I've discovered he's just a fair-weather friend.I88888888888888888888888888888888888888888888888888888878A7777777777777778777 b';<btH\hMeMug up onStudy soVu3AMfall into one's lapIf something good falls into your lap, it happens to you without any effort on your part. She's not making much effort to find work.  Does she think a job is going to fall into her lap?I{t+Ofall from graceTo say that someone has fallen from grace means that they have done something wrong, immoral or unacceptable, and as a result  have lost their good reputation. The Finance Minister fell from grace as a result of a sex scandal.Ihs3fall flatIf a joke, a story or a form of entertainment falls flat, it does not amuse people, or fails to have the effect that was intended. He made a few attempts at humour during his speech but most of his jokes fell flat.IUr3O=fall by the waysideIf a plan or project falls by the wayside, it remains unfinished or people stop trying to do it. Local residents protested so strongly that plans for a new motorway fell by the wayside.I .:T@Y_aMMove outChange lane or position to pass a vehicle.I MO7yE/fall off the back of a lorryGoods that have fallen off the back of a lorry are stolen goods. Judging by the price of that camera, it must have fallen off the back of a lorry!Ipx3Cfall on one's swordIf you fall on your sword, you accept the consequences of an unsuccessful or wrong action. The organiser of the referendum resigned when the poor results were announced.  It was said that he' fell on his sword'.I2w/= fall on deaf earsIf something you say falls on deaf ears, it is either ignored or attracts no attention. Her warning about the need to repair the roof fell on deaf ears.Iv++ofall into placeWhen different elements fall into place, they fit well together or become organised so that progress can be achieved in a satisfactory manner. The preparatory work was difficult but gradually everything fell into place and the project was finished on time.I gFlgQ^ V) w}+gfalse pretencesIf you obtain something under false pretences, you deceive others by lying about your identity, qualifications, financial or social position, in order to get what you want. The journalist obtained the interview under false pretences.IV|!y'false moveIn a dangerous or risky situation, if you make a false move, you do something which may have unpleasant consequences. He is under close surveillance. If he makes one false move he'll be arrested.IU{'fall short ofIf something proves inadequate or insufficient, or does not reach the required standard, it falls short of what is expected. Sales of the new product fell short of the company's expectations.I]z3i3fall over backwardsIf you fall over backwards to accomplish something, you do everything you possibly can to please and impress. Sally's mother fell over backwards to make her wedding reception a memorable event.I %PJ%mmN!E H#G;fast talkerA person who speaks quickly and easily but cannot always be trusted is called a fast talker. The salesman was a fast talker who persuaded the old lady to buy a new washing machine.I7-/'fast and furiousIf an activity is fast and furious, it is done quickly and with a lot of energy. Eager to win the race, the competitors came fast and furious around the bend.I1/kfarm something outIf something, such as work, is farmed out, it is sent away to be done by others. We farmed out the packaging to another company.I/?+far from me be itThis expression means that the speaker does not feel in a position to say or do something. (Usually said before giving advice or expressing an opinion.) Far be it from me to chose your friends, but I think you should avoid that man.I,~+Uotake a fancy toIf you take a fancy to someone or something, you develop a fondness for them or begin to like them. I think Paul has taken a fancy to the new intern!I /  /e1Y!o7to a faultTo say that someone has a good quality to a fault means that they have a lot, or even too much, of that quality. My aunt is generous to a fault, always ready to help anyone who claims to be in need.Iz/Gfat hits the fireWhen trouble breaks out, or a situation deteriorates as a result of something said or done, it is said that the fat hits the fire. The situation was already tense, but the fat hit the fire when Larry was accused of cheating.IW!-wfat chanceThe expression fat chance is used to indicate that something is not very likely to happen. The boss is thinking of me for the job?  Fat chance!The boss is thinking of me for the job?  Fat chance!I57Wfast track somethingIf you decide to fast track something, such as a task or project, you give it high priority so that the objective is reached as quickly as possible. In view of the number of homeless, it was decided to fast track the construction of low-cost housing.I Aa@9R<7gMess withAssociate (negative).He's been MESSING WITH some dangerous people.PJ;)eMess withAnnoy, bother.Don'tc ?i3knock down with a featherTo say 'you could have knocked me down with a feather' emphasizes the fact that you were extremely surprised. When I heard the name of the winner, you could have knocked me down with a feather!IC 1]feather one's nestTo say of someone that they are feathering their nest means that they are taking advantage of their position in order to obtain money and enjoy have a comfortable life.-I\5g1feather in one's capTo describe someone's achievement as a feather in their cap means that it is something they can be proud of. The overwhelming victory of the team was a feather in the cap for the new manager.I;19!feast your eyes onIf you feast your eyes on something, you are delighted and gratified by what you see. As he drove along the coast, he feasted his eyes on the beautiful scenery.I 5 :51" 3#Mess ar<5/)feel on top of worldIf you feel on top of the world, you feel wonderful or ecstatic about something. I've been feeling on top of the world since I got the results - I'm qualified!IA )uyfeeding frenzyA situation in which a lot of people attack, pursue or compete with each other in an excited or frantic way, because they all want to obtain something, is called a feeding frenzy. As soon as the reconstruction plan was announced, there was a feeding frenzy among major companies to obtain contractsIN )kfeed the kittyIf you feed the kitty, you contribute to a collection of money called a 'kitty' in order to help a good cause. Come on! Every little helps. You should feed the kitty for a good cause!Ip 3Umfeed someone a lineIf you feed someone a line, you tell them something that may not be quite true, often as an excuse. When I asked for a pay increase, the boss fed me a line about the number of contracts that had not been renewed.I K|z,!cMess aboutNot be serious, not use something properly.The children werd'get cold feetIf you get cold feet about something, you begin to hesitate about doing it; you are no longer sure whether you want to do it or not. I wanted to enter the competition but at the last minute I got cold feet.IF+ifind one's feetTo say that someone in a new position is finding their feet means that they are learning what to do and gaining self-confidence. Our new trainee is beginning to find his feet.IK%feet of clayIf someone who is admired is found to have a weakness, fault or defect of character, they are said to have feet of clay. No one is perfect.  Many successful people have feet of clayI1)/feel the pinchWhen someone feels the pinch, they begin to suffer from a lack of money. With the drop in tourism, hotels and restaurants are beginning to feel the pinch.I ?*F?fA'utwo left feetIf you have two left feet, you are clumsy or awkward in your movements. I'm afraid I'm a bad dancer! I've got two left feet!IR3gthink on one's feetA person who thinks on their feet is capable of making good decisions without previous thinking or planning. Good lawyers need to be able to think on their feet when pleading a case.I5rushed off your feetIf you are rushed off your feet, you are extremely busy. I'd love to have lunch with you but I'm rushed off my feet at work!I`3 keep feet on groundA person who keeps their feet on the ground continues to act in a sensible and practical way, even if they become successful. Success hasn't changed him. He has always kept his feet on the ground.IR+{have itchy feetA person who has itchy feet is someone who finds it difficult to stay in one place and likes to move often and discover new places. Scott never stays long anywhere.  He's got itchy feet!I {.{xmyw+}cross your mindIf an idea or thought crosses your mind, you suddenly think of it. It just crossed my mind that the shops are closed today.ICv)Wcross the lineIf you cross the line, you go beyond the authorized limits and do something which is not acceptable. He has an unpleasant habit of telling jokes that really cross the line.IRuUEcross that bridge when we come to itThis is another way of saying 'we will deal with that problem when it occurs and not worry about it before'. "What will happen if we can't repay the loan?" "We'll cross that bridge when we come to it.""What will happen if we can't repay the loan?" "We'll cross that bridge when we come to it."INt'ucross to bearA person who has a cross to bear have a serious problem or heavy responsibility that they must accept because they cannot change it. Alzheimer's is a cross to bear for the whole family.I ?| s1yQplay second fiddleIf you play second fiddle to someone, you accept to be second in importance to that person, or have a lower position. John resented having to play second fiddle to the sales manager when the company was restructured.I>3U few and far betweenItems, places or events which are few and far between are rarely found or do not happen very often. Restaurants in this part of the country are few and far betweeI-#7fever pitchIf a situation or feeling reaches fever pitch, it becomes very intense and exciting. Reaction to the affair has reached fever pitch all over the country.I?'Mfender-benderThis expression refers to a minor car accident in which there is little damage and no injuries. I can't believe that a small fender bender can cause a major traffic jam!I=%;/on the fenceWhen faced with a choice, a person who is on the fence has not yet reached a decision. The candidates have such similar ideas that many electors are still on the fence.I }Ra}J%^ImMark downReduce the price of something.I'll buy a lot more if you MARK them DOW` 9fight like cat and dogTwo people who fight or argue like cat and dog frequently have violent arguments, even though they are fond of each other. They fight like cat and dog but they're still together after 30 years.Im#'%fifth wheelThis expression refers to a person who find themselves in a situation where their presence is unnecessary and as a result they feel useless. Everyone seemed to have a specific role except me. I felt like a fifth wheelIfield dayA field day refers to a day or period of great excitement and activity. Journalists will have a field day with the latest political scandal.I?/7fiddling while Rome burnsTo say that someone is fiddling while Rome burns means that they are doing unimportant things while there are serious problems to be dealt with. His visit to the trade fair was 'fiddling while Rome burns' according to the strikersI )YGfj IMake upStop being angry witJ$9I'fight an uphill battleA person faced with an uphill battle has to struggle against very unfavourable circumstances. After the terrible accident, his recovery was an uphill battle all the way. IL#55Cfight tooth and nailIf you fight tooth and nail for something, you fight with energy and determination. The Transport Minister fought tooth and nail to have the proposed road safety law accepted.Ih"1fight shyIf you fight shy of something, such as a task, a problem or a duty, you want to avoid doing it or you are unwilling to confront it. He had money problems for years but he fought shy of asking his children for help.Ig!7}/fight a losing battleIf someone is fighting a losing battle, they are trying to do something even when there is little chance of succeeding. The headmaster is fighting a losing battle trying to ban mobile phones at school.I "Cj.ncQqMake outMake a cheque payable to somebody.Please MAKE the che2(#=fine tuningSmall changes to something to improve it or make it work better are called fine tuning. We are still fine-tuning our new website and appreciate your patience.IU'+yfine-tooth combTo go over something with a fine-tooth comb means to examine it closely and thoroughly so as not to miss any details. The police are examining the scene of the crime with a fine-tooth comb.I[&Ci(get it down to) a fine artWhen you learn to do something perfectly, you get it down to a fine art. Entertaining her husband's business associates is not a problem for Jane;  she's got that down to a fine art!IZ%9figment of imaginationA figment of one's imagination is an appearance, event or incident that is not considered to be real but only imaginary. Other people saw the car, so it's not a figment of my imagination!I ;9;9o0[z,9C all fingers and thumbsIf  you are all fingers and thumbs, you are awkward and clumsy and do things incorrectly. Would you mind wrapping this for me? I'm all fingers and thumbs!Would you mind wrapping this for me? I'm all fingers and thumbs!IT+3a)finger on the pulseIf you keep your finger on the pulse, you are constantly aware of the most recent events or developments. A successful investor keeps his finger on the pulse of international business.I*?Iput a finger on somethingIf you are able to identify or understand something such as the cause of a problem or the solution to it, you put your finger on it. The atmosphere at the meeting was strange, but Marie couldn't put a finger on the cause of it.Ib)A%shave a finger in every pieIf someone has a finger in every pie, they are involved in many activities. For information about the activities in this town, you should talk to John Brown.  He's got a finger in every pie.I dHd%%g605=five finger discountIf somebody gets a five-finger discount, they take something without paying; in other words, they steal. "How could he afford that watch?"  "Who knows -  perhaps with a five-finger discount?""How could he afford that watch?"  "Who knows -  perhaps with a five-finger discount?"I&/)fit to be tiedIf you are fit to be tied, you are extremely irritated, upset or angry. Harry was fit to be tied when his dog dug up the flowers he had plantedI<.5=work fingers to boneA person who works their fingers to the bone is extremely hardworking. He deserves his success; he worked his fingers to the bone when he started the business.It-=iWlet slip through fingersIf you let something slip through your fingers, such as a good opportunity, you fail to obtain it or keep it. He should have accepted the job when it was offered. He let the opportunity slip through his fingers.I l|n Apc!-)Look roundInspect a house.We LOOKED ROUND the house and decided that we didn't like it enough to buy it.PSbLook overInspect.They came to LOOK the houJ4!g!first baseWhen you get to (or reach) first base, you make progress or begin to have success with someone or something. If you go to the interview dressed like that, you won't get to first base!IB31E#first and foremostThis expression is used to state what you consider to be more important than anything else. First and foremost I want to thank our hosts for their wonderful reception.Il2#;firing lineSomeone who is in the firing line is in a position to be criticized because of their responsibilities or the position they hold. The managing director of the bank is in the firing line since the fraud was discovered.I1=[fire awayIf you tell someone to fire away, you encourage them to begin to talk or ask questions. If you've got any questions, fire away!I E81a in the first placeSomething that is done or said in the first place is done or said at the beginning, before anything else. Why didn't you tell me he was your boyfriend in the first place?Ie77{-first out of the gateIf you are first out of the gate, you are the first to make a start at something that others have also accepted to do. Sandra was so enthusiastic about the project that she was first out of the gate.I>6+G(at) first handIf you experience something yourself directly, without any intermediary, you experience it (at) first hand. Getting to see the performance (at) first hand is much better than watching it on television.Getting to see the performance (at) first hand is much better than watching it on television.Iu5=%fiirst come first servedThis expression means that there will be no favouritism or preferential treatment. People will be served strictly in the order they arrive. Tickets for the match will be sold on a 'first come first served' basis.I .=!BoQgsLog intoEnter a restricted area of a computer system.I LO5</?fish out of waterIf you feel like a fish out of water, you feel uncomfortable in unfamiliar surroundings. As a non-golfer, I felt like a fish out of water at the clubhouse.IB;5 Yplenty of other fishTo say this means that there are many other people just as good as the person mentioned. The candidate we selected refused the job?  Never mind - there are (plenty of) other fish in the sea!The candidate we selected refused the job?  Never mind - there are (plenty of) other fish in the sea!I':/other fish to fryIf you have other fish to fry, you have more important things to do. I don't think he'll attend the office party; he's got other fish to fry.IN91yof the first waterSomething that is of the first water is of the finest or most exceptional quality (like being compared to a diamond). The violinist gave a performance that was of the first water.I 4 4FFVS@;S-fishing for complimentsWhen someone is obviously waiting for you to say something nice, they are fishing for compliments. I know why she invited us to her new house - she's just fishing for compliments.Ib?1QWfishing expeditionIf someone is on a fishing expedition, they are trying to obtain information in any way possible. The lunch invitation was clearly  a fishing expedition to obtain information about his private life.I>7_neither fish nor fowlThis expression is used to describe people or things that are difficult to classify, that are neither one thing nor another. Medical interns are neither fish nor fowl.  They are neither students nor fully qualified practitioners.I=;c}fish in troubled watersIf you fish in troubled waters, you try to gain advantages for yourself from a disturbed state of affairs. Between the declaration of independence and the first elections, some people were accused of fishing in troubled waters.I JG-J:7? Live wi_E+gAfit for purposeSomething that is suitable for a particular function and is fully operational is said to be fit for purpose. The mayor promised that the new leisure centre would be ready on time and fit for purpose.IOD%9Wfit of piqueSomeone who reacts by showing their resentment or annoyance when their pride has been wounded, or they feel insulted, is said to have a fit of pique. She left the table in a fit of pique.IC-{ fit like a gloveIf something fits like a glove, it fits you perfectly. I was lucky! The first skirt I tried on fitted me like a glove!I1B+Gfit as a fiddleA person who is as fit as a fiddle is in an excellent state of health or physical condition. My grandfather is nearly ninety but he's as fit as a fiddle.I5A%Afit the billIf someone or something fits the bill, they are exactly right for a particular situation. They wanted a quiet place to stay and the country inn fitted the bill.I N/zNnm#J'3get/take flakIf you get or take flak, you receive severe criticism for something you have done. He got a lot of flak for the way he handled the situation.IBI3Yflag of convenienceIf a ship, boat or yacht sails under a flag of convenience, it is registered in a foreign country in order to avoid regulations and taxes, and reduce operating costs.-I;H1Cfixed in your waysPeople who are fixed in their ways do not want to change their normal way of doing things. My grandparents are very fixed in their ways and dislike any changes.I1G3]ifive o'clock shadowThis expression refers to a patch of stubble on the face of a man who hasn't shaved for at least a day. He looked tired and had a five o'clock shadow.IMF1gin fits and startsIf you do something in fits and starts, you do it in an irregular manner, often stopping and starting again. You'll never make progress in English if you work in fits and starts.I 9Yss'Oquote a pricestate in advance the price for...The mason quoted a price of 500$ to fix the roof o?sCOcrooked as a dog's hind legTo say that someone is as crooked as a dog's hind leg means that they are very dishonest indeed. He can't be trusted - he's as crooked as a dog's hind leg.I/r+#%crocodile tearsTo shed crocodile tears means to shed false tears or show insincere grief. Caroline pretended to be sad but we all knew her tears were crocodile tears.IAq+1;crest of a waveIf you are on the crest of a wave, you are very successful in what you are doing. Our company is going from success to success.  We're on the crest of a wave right now.I~p+-9credibility gapThe extent of disbelief, of the difference between what you are asked to believe and what you are able to believe, is called a credibility gap. The growing credibility gap may lead to a serious loss of votes in the next elections.I %=4Sf.]iListen upPay attention (often used as a command).LISTEN UP, men! Here are your new ]N7 no flies on (someone)To say that there are no flies on someone means that they are quick to understand and cannot be tricked or deceived easily. It's better to tell him all the facts.  There are no flies on him.-I)M7Gkmake your flesh crawlSomething that makes your flesh crawl fills you with disgust or makes you feel very nervous. Just talking about snakes makes my flesh crawl!IdL/}1flea in one's earAfter an attempt at something, if you are sent away with a flea in your ear, you are angrily reprimanded or humiliated. When Andy tried to put the blame on Pete, he was sent away with a flea in his ear.IWK-_7flash in the panIf you refer to somebody's success as a flash in the pan, you mean that it is not likely to be repeated. The manager hoped that the team's unexpected victory was not just a flash in the pan.I BO@B OzR%_fly-by-nightA fly-by-night person, business or venture is considered untrustworthy because they operate briefly and disappear overnight I bought it in one of those fly-by-night stores and now I can't exchange it.  The place has closed down.I Q//Mflog a dead horseTo say that someone is flogging a dead horse means that they are wasting time and effort trying to do or achieve something that is not possible. Mark is flogging a dead horse trying to get his money reimbursed. The company has gone bankrupt!ILP1;Afling oneself intoIf you fling yourself into an activity, you do it with a lot of energy and enthusiasm. Ever since she flung herself in the anti-pollution campaign, she rarely has a free moment!I]O+%flight of fancyTo refer to an idea or plan as a flight of fancy means that it is very imaginative but not at all practical or sensible. He often has good ideas  but his latest proposal is just a flight of fancy!I zLza<\YYLevel offStabilize the altitude of an airplane.The piNV3]!fly in the ointmentA fly in the ointment refers to something that prevents a situation from being completely satisfactory. Tony's poor English was a fly in the ointment when he applied for the job.I-U!keon the flyIf you do something on the fly, you do it quickly, without thinking much about it, while doing something else. I'm so busy I usually have lunch on the fly.IYT1q%fly in the face ofIf an action or statement flies in the face of something, it is completely opposite to what is usual or expected. His style of teaching flies in the face of the school's established methods.I"SG;Wfly by the seat of your pantsIf you fly by the seat of your pants, you do something without any knowledge or experience, using only your instinct and hoping that you will succeed. Without any formal training, he decided to fly by the seat of his pants and try his luck in New York.I `L>h%#Leave outNot include.He was LEFT OUT of the side because he hasn't been playing too well l&[%!flying startIf something gets off to a flying start, it is immediately successful. Sales of the book got off to a flying start and exceeded our expectations.I7Z3#-with flying coloursTo achieve something with flying colours means to do it very successfully. My daughter passed the entrance exam with flying colours.  I'm so proud of her.IY/#{it will never flyTo say that something will never fly means that it will not be successful. He's got incredible ideas, but none that will ever fly!I6X+5!fly on the wallA person who watches a situation without being noticed is called a fly on the wall. I'd like to be a fly on the wall when the management discusses my project.IW1 fly off the handleA person who flies off the handle becomes suddenly very angry. Dad flew off the handle when I told him I had damaged his new car.I GB G{ iB`-Ofood for thoughtIf something give you food for thought, it makes you think seriously about a particular subject. The documentary on poverty in the world really gave me food for thought.I_#follow suitIf you follow suit, you do the same as another person has just done. The first robber held up his hands, then the other two followed suit.IO^G]follow in someone's footstepsIf you follow in someone's footsteps, for example a parent, you lead a similar life or do the same job. Lily followed in her her mother's footsteps and became a teacher.I<]/U follow one's noseIf you follow your nose, you go straight ahead. This can also mean to follow your instinct in life. The station is at the end of the road - just follow your nose.I:\/Gfoam at the mouthSomeone who foams at the mouth is extremely angry about something. The director was foaming at the mouth when he saw a picture of his children in the newspaper.I "%)"cd-3;foot in the doorTo say that someone has a foot in the door means that they have a small but successful start in something and will possibly do well in the future. With today's unemployment, it is difficult to get a foot in the door in any profession.IncEmy foot!This expression is used to show that you do not believe something that has just been said. He said he had a summer home? My foot, I doubt if he owns a tent!He said he had a summer home? My foot, I doubt if he owns a tent!Ib+G/fool's paradiseIf someone is living in a fool's paradise, they are in a state of contentment that will not last because their happiness is based on illusion or false hope. Lisa is living in a fool's paradise if she thinks her boss is going to marry her.IWa'o-fool's errandIf you go on a fool's errand, you try to do something which is useless, unnecessary or has no chance of success. I realized it was a fool's errand to look for a bank in such an isolated region.I =EqJWTzOULash outSpend a lot of money on luxuries.I LASHED OUT inUh-KGright/wrong footTo get off (or start off) on the right/wrong foot means to start a relationship well or badly. I was looking forward to working with Anna but we seem to have started off on the wrong foot.IPg37Kput one's foot downTo put one's foot down means to exert authority to prevent something from happening. The child wanted to sleep on the sofa, but his father put his foot down and made him go to bed.Itf3iafoot in one's mouthIf you put your foot in your mouth, you do or say something that offends, upsets or embarrasses someone else. She really put her foot in her mouth when she mentioned the housewarming party - Andy hadn't been invited!I?e/A#foot in the graveA person who is either very old or very ill and close to death has one foot in the grave. It's no use talking to the owner.  The poor man has one foot in the grave.I f5=ZfrD3Wsell like hot cakesThings that sell like hot cakes sell quickly or in large quantities. Her books always sell like hot cakes.I'=?7mhave your cake and eat itTo say that someone wants to have their cake and eat it means that they want the advantages of two alternative situations when only one is possible. Jack enjoys his comfort but is always complaining about the cost of things.  He can't have his cake and eat it.I ppgn74B#AKick aroundDiscuss.We KICKED the idea AROUND.PA+%Wqfront runnerIn a contest, race or election, the front runner is the person who is most likely to succeed or win. Who are the front runners in the coming elections?I)-- from the word goThe expression 'from the word go' means from the very beginning of an activity. Right from the word go he was rejected by the rest of the group.IZ5{frog in one's throatA person who has a frog in their throat has difficulty in speaking clearly because they have a cough or a sore throat. Teaching was difficult today.  I had a frog in my throat all morning.IR~Cgeat the frog/eat that frog!This expression is used to encourage someone do the most difficult or most unpleasant task of the day first, before anything else, rather than avoiding or postponing it. In that way nothing worse can happen all day. Original expression: “If you have to eat a frog, don’t look at it for too long.”I @M{8!39Keep up atContinue, not quit.Learning a language is difficult, but if you KEEP UP AT it, you'll succeed in the end.P~7YKeep upMaintain a continuous MA;3full of the joys of springIf you are full of the joys of spring, you are happy, enthusiastic and full of energy. Barbara is full of the joys of spring at the moment!  Has she got a new boyfriend?I*+[efull of hot airSomeone who is full of hot air is full of nonsense and talks a lot without saying anything worthwhile. Don't listen to Alex - he's full of hot air!I'sfull of beansA person who is full of beans is lively, active and healthy. He may be getting old but he's still full of beans.I3SWQout of the frying pan into the fireThis expression means to go from one difficult situation to another one which is usually even worse. The flight was delayed because of snow.  When the plane eventually took off, it had to turn back because of engine trouble - out of the frying pan into the fire!I <|] =k'fur coat and no knickersA person who tries to appear distinguished but has no real class is referred to as 'fur coat and no knickers'. Don't let her impress you.  She's what we call  'fur coat and no knickers'!IU )Y=funny businessA business which is conducted in a deceitful, dishonest or unethical manner is called funny business. I've got suspicions about that association.  I think they're up to some funny business.I+))full as a tickIf someone is (as) full as a tick, they have eaten or drunk too much. The little boy ate biscuits and drank lemonade until he was as full as a tick.I<'Min full swingWhen something, such as an event, gets into full swing, it is at its busiest or liveliest time. When we got back to the office, the Christmas party was in full swing.I@=Qfull of piss and vinegarPeople who are full of piss and vinegar are very lively, boisterous or full of youthful vitality. I had to look after a group of kids full of piss and vinegar.I /@w'M%AUJump offStart quickly, often well.The IPO JUMPED OFF on the first day.PV$7sJump inEnter a conversati#1 gatecrashIf someone gatecrashes, they attend a private social event without being invited. We need volunteers to keep an eye out for gatecrashers tonight.I[ '!take a ganderIf you take or have a gander at something, which is generally new or unusual, you have a look at it or go to check it out. Let's take a gander at the new shopping centre. Sally says it's fantastic.I ?A-game not worth the candleTo say that the game (or the cake) is not worth the candle means that the advantages to be gained from doing something are not worth the effort involved. He recorded an album but sold very few copies; the game wasn't worth the candle.IM +[)gift of the gabTo say that somebody has the gift of the gab means that they are able to speak confidently and easily. As a politician, not only is he competent, but he has the gift of the gab too!I K%KgV9c%get a grip on yourselfIf you get a grip on yourself, you try to control your feelings so as to be able to deal with a situation. After the initial shock, Lisa got a grip on herself and called an ambulance.Ig7%gentleman's agreementWhen an agreement is neither written nor signed, because the two parties trust each other completely, it is called a gentleman's agreement. It was a gentleman's agreement.  I can't change my mind now!Ia;{!all his geese are swansThis expression refers to someone who constantly exaggerates the importance or the qualities of somebody or something. Don't let him impress you. He always exaggerates. All his geese are swans.I#w gather dustAn idea, plan or project which is gathering dust is in fact stagnating or has not attracted attention for some time. Just before the elections, the outgoing mayor produced plans for a new bridge which had been gathering dust for several years.I 5Q]-3 53that ship has sailedThe expression 'that ship has sailed' means that a particular opportunity has passed by and now it's too late. 'Is the offer still open?'  'Sorry, that ship has sailed - you missed your chance!'Is the offer still open?'  'Sorry, that ship has sailed - you missed your chance!'I/ 'Q}shilly-shallyIf you shilly-shally, you hesitate a lot about something and have difficulty reaching a decision. Come on!  Don't shilly-shally - just make up your mind!I+ ;-come out of one's shellTo come out of one's shell means to be less shy or more talkative and outgoing. Gradually the new student started to come out of her shell.IG!eshelf lifeIf something such as food, drink or medicine has a particular shelf life, it must be used or sold before the end of that period of time. Dairy products has quite a short shelf life.I t,et|U ]5Iron outRemove smallm9y=get/give the all clearIf you are allowed to do something after a check-up to make sure that everything is all right, you get the all clear. Dad says he's going to play golf again as soon as he gets the all clear from his doctor.IC9Y get away with murder Someone who gets away with murder can do something unacceptable without being punished or criticized. She has no control over her kids.  They get away with murder.I<);)get a raw dealIf you say that someone got a raw deal, you think they were treated unfairly or badly. When Gary lost his job after organizing the merger, he really got. a raw deal!I'qget a move onIf someone tells you to get a move on, they are asking you to hurry up. You'd better get a move on or you'll miss the bus!I~'!Kget a load ofThis slang expression means to pay attention or take notice of something. Hey! Get a load of that outfit!I rgRr5Y {Hose downInvest\/s+get your feet wetIf you get your feet wet, you start to do something new or unfamiliar or explore new territory for the first time. It will be a totally new experience for me but I can't wait to get my feet wet!I#; get your ducks in a rowIf you get your ducks in a row, you get things well organised. We need to get our ducks in a row if we want our project to succeed.IY?iget it down to a fine artWhen you learn to do something perfectly, you get it down to a fine art. Entertaining her husband's business associates is not a problem for Jane;  she's got that down to a fine art!I % get crackingWhen you get cracking, you start doing something immediately. I'd better get cracking or I'll never get my homework doneI#i5get the axeIf someone gets the axe, they lose their job. When a company is restructured, the senior staff are often the first to get the axe.I j@ujCgE!gHome in onTarget.The government is HOMING IN ON benefit fraud.P  559get your hands dirtyIf you get your hands dirty in your job, you become involved in all aspects of it, including work that is physical, unpleasant or less interesting. His willingness to get his hands dirty won the respect and approval of the whole team.IG+/Iget out of handIf a person or situation gets out of hand, they cannot be controlled any longer. During the student demonstration, things got out of hand and several shop windows were broken.I<'Iget into gearWhen a person or activity gets (or cranks) into gear, they start to work or become effective. Immediately after the announcement, a group of protesters got into gear.I|9Qget your fingers burntIf someone gets their fingers burnt, they suffer as a result of an unsuccessful action and are nervous about trying again. He got his fingers burnt so badly in the last elections that he decided to withdraw from politics.I w}=X3'5pass the hat around(also pass the hat ro}`5Wcount your blessingsIf you count your blessings, you focus your thoughts on all the good things in your life rather than on the negative ones. Whenever anyone in the family starts to complain, my mother always advises us to count our blessings.IL_c-cough upIf you have to cough up something, such as money or information,  you give it reluctantly or unwillingly. He refused to say who attacked him until his father made him cough up the names.Iq^%Qcouch potatoIf you refer to someone as a couch potato, you criticize them for spending a lot of time sitting and watching television. Don't be such a couch potato. There are better ways of spending your time than in front of the TV.I])ucost the earthIf something costs the earth, it is very expensive indeed. She wears designer clothes that must cost the earth!I R?)z%7 Hold out forWait for something better or rU$-sget off my back!If you tell someone to get off your back, you are annoyed and ask them to stop finding faults or criticizing you. Get off my back Liz!  You've been making comments about my work all day!Iq#+icget the messageWhen you get the message, you understand what someone is trying to tell you even if it is not stated clearly. Next time he asks you to replace him, tell him you've got an important appointment - he'll get the message.I8"7Mget/give the low-downIf you get or give the low-down, you get or give complete information or facts about something. I'll call you after the meeting and give you the low-down.I*!#'get hold ofIf you obtain something, or manage to contact someone, you get hold of them. I'd like to contact the owner.  Do you know where I can get hold of him?I ,Bz ,DY)CS1get on like a house on fireTwo people who get on like a house on fire have similar interests and quickly become good friends. As soon as Sarah met her brother's girlfriend, they got on like a  house on fire.I (+s get on in yearsSomeone who is getting on in years is growing old. My grandmother is getting on in years. She needs help nowadays.I`'9get on your high horseIf you get on your high horse, you start behaving in a haughty manner, as though you should be treated with more respect. He got on his high horse when he was asked to show his membership card.ID&-?1get off the hookIf you do something wrong and manage to get off the hook, you avoid punishment or blame. Barry was questioned by the police but his lawyer managed to get him off the hook.I:%1Aget off the groundIf you get something off the ground, you put it into operation after having organised it. After a lot of hard work, we finally got the campaign off the ground.I W:eW&n -IIget someone by the short hairsIf you get (or have) someone by the short hairs, you put them in a difficult situation from which they cannot escape, so you have complete control over them. They are in no position to refuse; we've got them by the short hairs!IQ,K-?get a second bite of the cherryThis expression means that you get a second opportunity to do or try something. He was eliminated in the semi-finals but he'll get a second bite at the cherry next year.I^+/get a rise out ofIf you make someone react angrily by jokingly saying something that you know will irritate them, you get a rise out of them. He gets a rise out of his daughter by asking her about her latest diet.I`*9UGget one's just desertsWhen someone gets their just deserts, they are rewarded or punished according to what they deserve. Liz got her just deserts when she was excluded from the committee; she is totally unreliable.I >Gq>x~U9idrop like a hot potatoIf you drop someone or something like a hot potato, you leave them or immediately stop associating with them. As soon as the article was published, she dropped him like a hot potato.I3}ydrop someone a lineIf you drop someone a line, you write a letter to them. I always drop her a line to wish her a Merry ChristmasIJ/==drop in the oceanA drop in the ocean is a very small quantity compared to the amount needed or expected. The revenue from the proposed tax reform is a drop in the ocean compared to the deficit.IR!g1drop namesWhen you drop names, you mention the names of famous people you know or have met in order to impress others. There goes Jack dropping names again.  People will get tired of listening to him!I5'=drop of a hatIf you do something at the drop of a hat, you do it immediately and without hesitation. I've got great friends. They're ready to help out at the drop of a hat.I \{HQ2+get the jittersIf you get or have the jitters, especially before an important event, you become very nervous or anxious and begin to shake. Some people get the jitters when they have to make a speech.I31/ ?get the better ofIf someone or something gets the better of you, it defeats you. She went on a diet but it didn't last long - her love of chocolate got the better of her!Ih0Myget something out of your systemThis expression means that you get rid of a strong emotion or desire by expressing it openly or trying to fulfill it. Tell you parents how you feel - it's better to get it out of your system.ID/EAget something off the groundIf you get something off the ground, you put it into operation after having organised it. After a lot of hard work, we finally got the campaign off the ground.I .1get someone's goatSomething that get someone's goat annoys or irritates them. People who keep pushing when you're standing in line really gets my goat!I u< ubWwHinge on71oget your skates onIf you tell someone to get their skates on, you want them to hurry up. You'd better get you skates on or you'll be late!IN6E[get your knickers in a twistIf you get your knickers in a twist, you are angry, nervous or upset faced with a difficult situation. Don't get  your knickers in a twist! Everything is under control.I-5=+get the show on the roadIf you manage to put a plan or idea into action, you get the show on the road. OK, we've got all we need, so let's get the show on the road.I*4%K{get the sackIf someone gets the sack, they lose their job, usually because they have done something wrong. Charlie got the sack when his boss caught him stealing.I@3+-=get the pictureA person who gets the picture understands what is being explained or described. The alarm went off and people started running everywhere - you get the picture I'm sure!I M>~MBE-OG Hear ofIn the negative, this can mean-;7Qggive benefit of doubtIf you give someone the benefit of doubt, you choose to believe that they are innocent, honest or telling the truth because there is no evidence to the contrary. Although he found it hard to believe Tom's explanation, the teacher decided to give him the benefit of doubt.I<:'Oget worked upIf you get worked up about something, you become upset, annoyed or excited, often unnecessarily. It's his first day at school tomorrow and he's all worked up about itIF9773get wise to somethingIf you get wise to something, you learn something that you were not aware of before. He finally got wise to the fact that children were stealing apples from his garden.It85Usget to the bottom ofIf you get to the bottom of a problem or mystery, you solve it by finding out the true cause of it. We have a problem of goods disappearing during transport. Hopefully the investigation will get to the bottom of it.I B;B/aS@)give it a restIf someone tells you to give it a rest, they are asking you to stop doing something such as complaining or talking continuously. All you talk about is politics - give it a rest ... please!I/?-3give a hard timeIf you give someone a hard time, you annoy them or make things difficult for them. Susan says the pupils in her new school are giving her a hard time.IT>/i%(not) give a hangIf you do not give a hang about something, you are totally indifferent to it and do not care at all about it. I'm not interested in football so I don't give a hang about which team wins.I=;sgive as good as you getThis expression means that you are prepared to treat people as badly as they treat you, and fight for your beliefs.-IA<1/7give the game awayIf you give the game away, you reveal a secret or a plan, often unintentionally. He hoped nobody in the hotel would recognize him, but an employee gave the game away.I   G@K-+not have a cat in hell's 'S- )common knowledgeWhen information is well-known to everyone (particularly in a community or group), it is called common knowledge. You didn't know the intern was Jack's son? It thought it was common knowledge.You didn't know the intern was Jack's son? It thought it was common knowledge.IxR'Qcommon groundThis expression refers to an area of shared beliefs, interests or mutual understanding between people or groups who often have disagreements. Any common ground among the Meditarranean countries will contribute to future unity.-IsQ//(get) comeuppanceWhen someone gets their comeuppance, they receive the treatment they deserve (usually punishment or retribution) for their behaviour or actions. Any pupils found bullying the newcomers will soon get their comeuppance.I .p 4c2#KqHave aroundEntertain someone in your home.I HAD the neighbours AROUND for dinner last night.Pp1%y[Have againstDi;H7Egive a tongue-lashingWhen you scold someone severely, you give them a tongue-lashing. The teacher gave Jeremy a tongue-lashing when he arrived late for school for the third time.I:G'Ogive the slipIf you give the slip to somebody who is following you, you manage to hide or get away from them. The police were on his trail, but he managed to give them the slip.IiFGgive the shirt off one's backThis expression is used to describe a kind-hearted or generous person who would give you anything he/she owns to help you. Mike would give the shirt off  his back to help a friend in difficulty.IaE3aCgive the run-aroundIf someone gives you the run-around, they deliberately give you confusing information or evasive answers. I'm trying to contact the manager, but every time I call the firm I'm given the run-around.I GM,U{<<*/GHang upEnd a phone call.I lost my temper and HUNG UP.P|)'] Hang togetherWork to L';Eglass ceilingThis term refers to a discriminatory barrier perceived by women and minorities that prevents them from rising to positions of power or responsibility. Claire knew she would never break the glass ceiling and rise to a senior management positionI#K7gizmoThe term 'gizmo' refers to a gadget or any small technological item which is unusual or novel, and for which the proper term is unknown or forgotten.-IvJ;3give or take (quantity)This term is used when expressing an amount or estimate that is not exactly right.  It means 'plus or minus', 'more or less', or 'approximately'. The nearest town is about 100 miles away, give or take a few miles.I5I/7give up the ghostIf someone or something gives up the ghost, they die or stop working. My mother's old TV set has finally given up the ghost.  I'm off to buy her a new oneI vXvO~,4j )KyHang back fromDelay or avoid doing something.They were HAP-W!gnomes of ZurichThis is a disparaging term for Swiss bankers who control a lot of money, are said to be uninterested in the provenance of funds and protect their clients' identity. The gnomes of Zurich refuse to cooperate with the investigating officials.IO9C7glutton for punishmentIf you say that someone is a glutton for punishment, you express your surprise that they continue to do something which they find unpleasant or difficult. You get seasick but you're going to travel by boat - you're a glutton for punishment!I?N'?-glowing termsIf you speak about something in glowing terms, you talk about it in a very positive way. Mary talks about her home town in glowing terms;  it must be a wonderful place.I$M)' gloves are offThis expression is used when there are signs that a fight is about to start. The two candidates are out of their seats.  The gloves are off!I ]]]x"ZR|T7;go along for the rideIf you join a group of people you find interesting, without wanting to take an active part in their action, you go along for the ride. Not all the protesters were active in the movement - some just went along for the ride.I;S!wugo all outIf you go all out to achieve or obtain something, you make a great effort, using all possible strength and resources The candidate went all out to obtain the nomination.IgR3go against the tideIf you go against the tide (or the stream), you refuse to conform to current trends, or the opinions or behaviour of other people. Bill can be difficult to work with; he constantly goes against the tide.IuQ5/go against the grainIf something goes against the grain, it is difficult to accept because it is very different from what is considered normal or natural. Having to import apples in an apple-growing region really goes against the grain!I #;L# TZ'go for a songIf something goes for a song, it is sold at an unexpectedly low price. I was able to buy the car simply because it was going for a song.IY%sgo down wellIf an idea or proposal goes down well, it is well accepted. The new timetable went down well with the employeesI.X1]ego down in historyThis expression refers to an event that is so important or unusual that it will be recorded in history. The recent discovery will go down in historyIW#' go belly upIf a business or project goes belly up, it is unsuccessful or goes bankrupt. The restaurant went belly up before the end of the first year.IV%w'go ballisticWhen someone goes ballistic, they become very angry. My dad went ballistic when he saw the state of the garden after the barbecue.IAU!;;go bananasIf someone becomes very emotional and starts behaving in a crazy way, they go bananas. If you announce that you are going to drop out of school, your parents will go bananas!I  T,3Ugbehind closed doorsIf something takes place behind closed doors, it is done privately, with no observers or intruders. The matter was discussed behind closed doors.I #_+behind barsSomeone who is behind bars is in prison. If you hang around with that gang, you'll find yourself behind bars in no time!I3?yEbeggars can't be choosersThis expression means that you should not reject an offer if it is the only possibility you have. You have no choice. "Beggars can't be choosers!"Il7/before your very eyesIf someone does something before your very eyes, they do it in front of you, without attempting to hide what they are doing. Before my very eyes, he took the rubbish and threw it into the neigbour's garden.I17/before you know itIf something takes place so suddenly that you don't have time to become aware of it, it happens before you know it or before you know where you are. The doorbell rang, and before we knew it a surprise birthday party was under way!I K_5KfwSGrow upDevelop in a place or for a f_Igo to great lengths (or pains)When trying to achieve something, if you go to great lengths or great pains, you do everything that is possible in order to succeed. The two parties went to great lengths to reach an agreemenI#^'go great gunsIf someone or something is going great guns, they are doing very well. Fred's night club is going great guns.  It's becoming hard to get in!I;]-Ggo with the flowIf you go with the flow, you follow the general tendency and go along with whatever happens. When my colleagues organise an office party, I just go with the flow.I@\)]go to extremesPeople who go to extremes behave in a way that lacks moderation. My parents tend to go to extremes.  They live on a tight budget and then they go on expensive holidays.I[/ go the extra mileIf you go the extra mile, you do more than what is expected of you. You can count on Tom; he's always willing to go the extra mile.I RM!R-~zo Grow onHave a greater influKd/_go into overdriveIf someone or something goes into overdrive, they begin to work very hard or start to perform intensely. At the start of every new collection my imagination goes into overdrive.IXc-{go the whole hogWhen you go the whole hog, you do something thoroughly or completely.  The put up a few decorations for Christmas, then they decided to go the whole hog and buy a tree and all the trimmings.Ib3wgo hell for leatherIf you go hell for leather, you go somewhere or do something very fast. I saw Tom going hell for leather towards the station.I0a!#1go haywireIf something goes haywire, it becomes disorganised or goes out of control. The photocopier has gone completely haywire. It's only printing half of each page!I/`+Ggo hand in handIf two or more things go hand in hand, they are associated or often happen at the same time. In big cities, poverty and violence often go hand in hand.I 09QpSq)h1Awgo off with a bangIf something such as an event or performance goes off with a bang, it is very successful. The party went off with a bang - everyone enjoyed it.Idg3m=go off on a tangentIf someone goes off on a tangent, they change the subject completely in the middle of a speech or conversation. Sometimes when he's teaching, he goes off on a tangent and starts talking about his dog!Isf-{Sgo off the railsIf someone goes off the rails, they go out of control and begin to behave in a manner that is unacceptable to society. Given the unstable environment, it's a miracle that none of their children ever went off the rails.ILeW;go nutsTo say that a person has gone nuts means that they have become completely foolish, eccentric or mad. I think the old lady has gone nuts!  It's very hot today and she's wearing a fur coat!I A!+;i]Grass upReport someone to a person in authority.She didn't to GRASS them UP, even though they'd been bullying her badly.Pih]qGrass onReportal%iIgo overboardIf you go overboard, you are over-enthusiastic about something and do too much or behave in an excessive way. We need to prepare the dining room for Christmas, but don't go overboard with the decorations.IFk/O#go out the windowIf a quality, principle or opportunity goes out the window, it disappears, is lost or abandoned. When the plant closed down, all hopes of finding a job went out the window.I8j1Sgo out of your wayIf you go out of your way, you take particular care or make a special effort when doing something. Aunt Betty went out of her way to make us feel comfortableI;i37!got out of businessIf a shop, firm or enterprise goes out of business, it closes down or goes bankrupt. If the new road bypasses the town, a lot of shops will go out of business.I @@7kM_/iGo withAccept, agree to.We're GOING WITH our original plan in the enVp=M7go to hell in a handcartIf something is going to hell in a handcart, it is in a bad state and continues to deteriorate. This used to be a nice place to live but now the area is going to hell in a handcart.I*o? go postalIf someone goes postal, they lose their temper and express their anger in a violent way. My parents will go postal when they see the state of the house!IMn%go to piecesIf you go to pieces, for example after a terrible shock, you are so upset or distressed that you cannot lead a normal life. Jack nearly went to pieces when his son died in a car crash.Ikm)Qqgo pear-shapedIf a plan or project goes pear-shaped, it either goes wrong or it produces an undesirable result. Jane organised a treasure hunt in the park for the kids but it all went pear-shaped and everyone was disappointed.I jA#Qj=`$9TWGo underSink.The ship WENT UNDER in a heavy storm.PhS3cu9WKgo through the motionsIf someone goes through the motions, they do something because they have to, but without enthusiasm. After his wife died, he tried to continue life as before, but he just went through the motions.INt3[#go through the millIf you go through the mill, you experience a very difficult period, or are exposed to rough treatment. When I was an intern, I was put through the mill.  Nothing went unnoticed.Is3 go through the roofIf someone goes through the roof, they become very angry. My father went through the roof when Paul damaged his new car.Irogo spareIf you go spare you lose your temper completely. Lea's dad would go spare if he knew how much she spent in London!I;q3Igo to rack and ruinIf something goes to rack and ruin, it falls into very bad condition because of lack of care. When the factory closed down, the building went to rack and ruin.I 0CS_`I!Go throughExplain.He WENT THROUGH his ideas twice but I couldn't really understand themy?Ewhen the going gets toughThis expression means that when faced with a difficult or dangerous situation, strong people take action in order to solve the problem. Tom has a positive attitude. He often says 'when the going gets tough, the tough get going'.IKx%going placesTo say that someone is going places means that they show talent and ability that will no doubt lead to a successful future. Even at college it was obvious that Paul was going places.Iw'!ugoing concernA business or activity that is dynamic and successful is a going concern. They opened a coffee shop that is a going concern toILv)M7go up in smokeIf a plan or project goes up in smoke, it is spoiled, fails, or ends before producing a result. When Amy and Tom separated, my mother's dream of a romantic wedding went up in smoke.I ^so`a?!/ Go over toBecome converted.She WENT OVER TO Islam when she was living ?}-Ygolden parachuteA golden parachute is a clause in an executive's employment contract stating that the executive will receive certain large benefits if their employment is terminated.-Ig|1Kggolden opportunityA golden opportunity is a favourable time or an excellent occasion which should not be missed. An internship in that company would be a golden opportunity for you - it might lead to a permanent job later.I-{-5golden handshakeA golden handshake is a generous sum of money given to a person when they leave a company or retire (sometimes given to encourage early retirement).-Imz-5golden handcuffsThe term golden handcuffs refers to a large sum of money or a generous financial arrangement granted to an executive as an incentive to stay in their job, or to ensure long-term cooperation after their departure.-I ;-<f035KGo outIntend.I didn't GO OUT to offend them.P84SGo outBe sent.The newsletter WENT OUT last night.PD3+]Go~wgood turnIf you do someone a good turn, you act in a helpful way. Mike is a great guy - always ready to do a good turn.IM)_'good riddance!This expression is used to express relief at becoming free of an unpleasant or unwanted person or thing. Our horrible neighbour has moved house, and all I can say is 'good riddance'!I% good as goldA child who is as good as gold is obedient and well-behaved. Your children are always as good as gold when I look after them.I#1gone with the windIf something has gone with the wind, it has disappeared forever. I lost everything during the crisis. My savings are gone with the wind.IA~#Ygolden ruleThe most important rule or principle to be remembered when doing something is called the golden rule. When travelling abroad, the golden rule is to respect the local customsI RS};UL+qplay gooseberryIf you play gooseberry, you join or accompany two people who have a  romantic relationship and want to be alone. They invited me to join them but I didn't want to play gooseberry.I{- Uwild goose chaseIf someone is sent on a wild goose chase, they waste their time looking for something that there is little chance of finding. They tried to find out who sent the anonymous complaint, but it turned out to be a wild goose chase.IA'g goose pimplesIf you have goose pimples, you are cold or so afraid that your skin is temporarily raised into little lumps. I was so scared that I had goose pimples all through the film!IeKo%good walls make good neighboursThis expression means that respecting one another's privacy helps create a good relationship between neighbours. We try not to disturb the people next door. Good walls make good neighbours!I jTHjZP' come what mayIf you declare that you will do something come what may, you are saying that you will do it whatever the consequences may be. Come what may, I'm going to tell my mother-in-law what I think of her!IO;)Acome with the territoryTo say that something comes with the territory means that it has to be accepted as part of a job or responsibility, even if it is unpleasant. A successful actor has to expect intensive media coverage - that comes with the territory!IAN3Mcome/turn up trumpsTo say that someone has come up trumps means that they have achieved unexpectedly good results. Against all expectations, our team came up trumps in the cup final. IcM'[Ycome up rosesIf things come up roses, the end result is successful or positive, even if there were difficult times. After several disappointments, everything seems to be coming up roses for the tennis player this year.I (E%(2oy UYY(not) let grass grow under your feetIf someone does not let the grass grow under their feet, they do not delay in getting something done. As soon as he received the permit, he started to build.  He never lets the grass grow under his feet!Iq #Ggrass rootsThe term grass roots refers to the ordinary people who form the main body of an organisation.-I +EIgrasp at strawsIf you are in a desperate situation and you grasp at straws, you try any method, even if it has little chance of success, in an attempt to find a solution. In his search for a cure, he turned to a faith healer, knowing that he was grasping at straws.I1grab a bite to eatIf you grab a bite to eat, you get something to eat quickly. We should have time to grab a bite to eat before the show.I7#Agot it madeSomeone who has got it made is so happy and successful in life that they have no worries. With a happy family life, a new house and a super job, Sam's got it made.I ll:$\S=gGo into'wgreen fingersTo have green fingers means to be good at gardening. My dad was born with green fingers. He's great with plants.I[-;cgrease the skidsWhen you grease the skids, you facilitate something or smooth the way for its success. Lunch was organised for the delegates before the meeting in order to grease the skids for the negotiations.I 9c+grease somebody's palmIf you accuse someone of greasing somebody's palm, you are accusing them of giving money to someone in order to gain an unfair advantage or to obtain something they want. In some countries, it is common practice to grease government officials' palms.I #wgravy trainIf someone is on the gravy train, they have found an easy way to make money, one that requires little effort and is without risk. Since the village has become fashionable, he charges for every photograph taken of his house - he's on a gravy train!I 6E6>Z). CGo i) grey existenceTo have a grey existence means to lead a dull, monotonous life. I feel sad for the old lady. She seems to have such a grey existence.IN grey areaTo refer to something as a grey area means that it is not clear or easy to define, and is therefore difficult to deal with. The law concerning email is still a grey area in some countries.I+ green with envySomeone who is green with envy is a person who is very envious. Dave will be green with envy when he sees Simon's new sports car!I8#Kgreen lightIf you give or get the green light, you give or get a signal or authorization to do something. We're ready to launch the campaign as soon as we get the green light.I{+1/guilty pleasureEnjoying something which is not generally held in high regard, while at the same time feeling a bit guilty about it, is called a guilty pleasure. Reading gossip magazines is a guilty pleasure for many women… and some men too!I K+zFRo,@~#]Go forTry to get.The player WENT FOR the ball but missed.PR}+yGo forChoose, select.I'll d=grin like a Cheshire catWhen someone has a smile on their face because they are happy or satisfied about something, they grin like a Cheshire cat. I knew she had succeeded when I saw her with a grin like a Cheshire cat.I-5!grin from ear to earIf somebody grins from ear to ear, they look vey satisfied and happy. When we saw Paul grinning from ear to ear, we knew he had passed the exam.I-c=grin and bear itWhen faced with a difficult or unpleasant situation, if you say that someone will have to grin and bear it, you mean that they will have to accept it without complaining. The only seat available is on a low-cost flight.  You'll just have to grin and bear it!I19'grey matter (US: gray)Grey matter refers to the brain, or the grey colour of brain tissue. "Try using your grey matter and you might find the answer." said the teacher.I -X*BDIr3]Go downFall to the ground.The boxer WENT DOWN in the second rJ3[nurse/bear a grudgeIf you nurse/bear a grudge against someone, you have a feeling of resentment or ill-will towards them. Ever since I got a promotion, Sam has been holding a grudge against me.IQ)a-groan inwardlyIf you groan inwardly, you feel like expressing despair, disapproval or distress, but you remain silent. On his return, when Pete saw the pile of files on his desk, he groaned inwardly.I<+U grit your teethWhen you are determined to do something in spite of the difficulties involved, you grit your teeth. To reach safety I had to grit my teeth and wade through the mud.IM}ikeep your nose to the grindstoneA person who keeps their nose to the grindstone is someone who concentrates on working hard at his/her job, or studies. She was so determined to get into the college of her choice that she kept her nose to the grindstone all year.I dn$tFgg)Go beforePrecede.We can´t ignore what has GONE BEFORE and pretend that everN %W5gutter pressThis term refers to newspapers that print a lot of sensational stories about people's private lives. Of course the gutter press was quick to print a sensational version of the incident!Ir#Agut feelingIf you have a gut feeling about something, you have a strong intuition that you cannot explain, but you're sure that you are right. As I read the story, I had the gut feeling that the postman was lying ... and I was right!It!Oguinea pigPeople who are used as guinea pigs are people on whom new methods, treatment or ideas are tested.-I!Guyour guess is as good as mineWhen talking to another person, 'your guess is as good as mine' means that neither of you knows the answer. "What happened between Bill and harry?" "Your guess is as good as mine!"What happened between Bill and harry?" "Your guess is as good as mine!"I ^ E^G% ]'M=Go along withAccept a decision or suggestion.Ic$#wAget in hairIf you are getting in someone's hair, you are annoying them so much that they can't get on with what they are doing. I'd finish the report more quickly if my colleague wasn't getting in my hair all the time.I<#)Qhair's breadthIf you avoid or miss something by a hair's breadth, you only just manage to escape from a danger. A slate fell off the roof and missed the child by a hair's breadth.I"+_hair of the dogUsing as a remedy a small amount of what made you ill, for example a drop of alcohol when recovering from drinking too much, is called 'a hair of the dog that bit you'. Here, have a drop of this.  It's a hair of the dog that bit you!Iq!31old habits die hardThis expression means that people are often reluctant to change the way they do something, especially if they have been doing it for a long time. My grandfather refuses to use a mobile phone - old habits die hard!I WQ WB;rSMGnaw atTrouble, wo2)/5hairy at the heelA person who is hairy at the heel is thought to be untrustworthy or even dangerous. Rumour has it that the owner of the club is a bit hairy at the heel.I2(#Qsplit hairsIf you split hairs, you pay too much attention to differences that are very small or unimportant. If we start splitting hairs, we'll never reach an agreement!I:''Otear hair outIf someone is tearing their hair out, they are extremely agitated or distressed about something. I've been tearing my hair out all morning trying to find the error.IL&1elet your hair downIf you suggest that someone should let their hair down, you are telling them to relax and enjoy themselves. Come on!  We're not in the office now.  You can let your hair down!I+%;# (not) hair out of placeIf someone does not have a hair out of place, their appearance is perfect. Angela is always impeccably dressed - never a hair out of place.I U#r*EJ-YGive wayCollapse, break.The dam GAVE WAY when the floods rose.PQIKSGive wayStop to allow vehicles to pass.You must GIVE WAY at this junction.PZH!M_Give up toDenounce, report to authorities.He GAVP-#q!half a mindIf you have half a mind to do something, you are thinking seriously about it but have not yet reached a decision. I've half a mind to start up my own business but first I need some advice.I;,#Qhalf an eyeIf you have or keep half an eye on something, you watch it without giving it your full attention. She kept half an eye on the TV screen while she was preparing dinner.I?++Mhalf the battleThis expression refers to a significant part of the effort or work needed to achieve something. We've already obtained a loan for the project - that's half the battle!I'*+1hale and heartySomeone, especially an old person, who is hale and hearty is in excellent health. My grandmother is still hale and hearty at the age of ninety.I 3]/n,u@[ Give upStop being friendly, end relationships.She GAVE UP all her school friends when she went to university.Pq?c}Give upStop doi1Goon handI something, such as supplies or people, are on hand, they are present or readily available. Extra pillows and blankets are on hand if needed.IR0-[1hammer and tongsIf people are going at it hammer and tongs, they are arguing fiercely, with a lot of energy and noise. Our neighbours are going at it hammer and tongs again. They're constantly arguing.I:/#_hammer homeIf you hammer home a point or an argument, you repeat it often to make sure that it is fully understood. The police hammered home the dangers of drinking and driving.I .K{e(you don't know the) half of itThis expression is used to tell someone that they know some of the facts but they don't know how bad the situation is. You don't know the half of it!  He was beating her and terrorizing the children.  That's why she left him.I [c"bX]]A growing youth has a wolf in his belly.Young boys eat a lot / are often hungry.-Rb[sA good name is better than1l+Gin the doghouseIf you are in the doghouse, someone is angry with you because you have done something wrong. Mark is in the doghouse because he damaged his father's car.IJk!{ doggie bagA bag provided by a restaurant so that you can take the leftover food home with you is called a doggie (or doggy) bag. The portions were so big that I decided to ask for a doggie bag.Itj7+let sleeping dogs lieIf you tell someone to let sleeping dogs lie, you are asking them not to interfere with a situation because they could cause problems. Look - they've settled their differences.  It's time to let sleeping dogs lie.I!i39mmy dogs are barkingWhen a person says that their dogs are barking they mean that their feet are hurting. I've been shopping all day. My dogs are barking!I PVqR6=cGive outEnd or finish somewhere.The path GIVES OUT halfway around the lake.P95WGive outEmit.The factory GIVES Oo5/sQhand on a platterIf someone get something easily, without having to make an effort to obtain it, it is handed to them on a platter. He was appointed sales director in his father's company.  The job was handed to him on a platter.Ir41}Khand it to someoneIf  you hand it to someone, you admit, perhaps unwillingly, that they deserve credit or praise for their achievements. You've got to hand it to Sophie. She may be a snob, but her presentations are always excellent.II3'W)hand in gloveTwo or more people who are in collusion, or work in close association, are said to be hand in glove. After the match, it was discovered that he was hand in glove with the referee.I,2%Ghand in handIf two or more things go hand in hand, they are associated or often happen at the same time. In big cities, poverty and violence often go hand in hand.I 4r79q- OGive offBehave in a way that makes people think of you in a certain way.She GIVES OFF an air of nobility.P,e!Give offEmit pollution or someth93!?(all) hands on deckWhen there is a need for all hands on deck, everyone must help, especially if there's a lot of work to be done in a short amount of time. As the opening day approached, it was all hands on deck to have everything ready in time.I8!hands fullIf you have your hands full, you are very busy or have a lot to do. Jenny has her hands full looking after three young children.I>7one hand washes the other (and together they wash the face)This expression means that when people cooperate and work well together, there is a better chance of a achieving results.-IH6!I;upper handIf a person or organisation gets or gains the upper hand, they take control over a situation. The authorities claim to have the upper hand in the fight against drinking and driving.I v)1v*O\$?wGive inSurrender, accept defea7=1?wash your hands ofIf you wash your hands of a problem or situation, you refuse to deal with it any longer. You can't just wash your hands of David's behaviour. He's your son!It<!Ehands tiedIf a person has their hands tied, something such as an agreement or a rule is preventing them from doing what they would like to do. Mark deserves to earn more, but the manager's hands are tied by the recent salary agreement.Ik;'; show of handsA show of hands is a method of voting where people give their opinion by raising a hand. How many people agree?  Could we have a show of hands please?How many people agree?  Could we have a show of hands please?Id:'3in safe handsIf something is in safe hands, it is being looked after by a reliable person or organisation, and is therefore at no risk. I'll look after Jamie while you go shopping.  Don' worry - he'll be in safe hands.I GXG/#deaf earIf you turn a deaf ear to something, you refuse to listen. Sandy turned a deaf ear to the guide's advice and got lost in the mountainsI-.;Gmwouldn't be caught deadIf someone says that they wouldn't be caught or seen dead in a particular place or doing something, they mean that they would be too ashamed or embarrassed. My seven-year-old son thinks he's a big boy; he wouldn't be caught dead holding my hand in front of his friends!I-/qdead to the worldA person who is dead to the world is fast asleep. Don't worry. You won't disturb him. He's dead to the world!I7,Qdead woodThe term dead wood refers to people or things which are no longer considered useful or necessary. The new manager wants to reduce costs by cutting out the dead wood.I$+-dead set againstIf you are dead set against something, you are strongly opposed to it. My father wanted a dog, but my mother was dead set against the idea.I 99[0^LGq!E"A different kettle of fish" 9u( A ) nimble sixpence is better than a slow shilling'Q( It is ) never too late to repent&O( One is ) never too old to learn)U( The ) meek shall inherit the earth!E( The ) race is to the swift-](A) bad tree does not yield good apples.&O(A) bad workman blames his tools.-](A) bird in hand is worth two in a bush.+Y(A) black plum is as sweet as a white.$K(A) book holds a house of gold.G(A) broken friendship may be soldered but it will never be sound.2g(A) burden of one's own choice  is not felt.%M(A) burnt child dreads the fire.;(A) cat has nine lives.6o(A) chain is no stronger than its  weakest link. %M(A) change is as good as a rest. 'Q(A) closed mouth catches no flies.)U(A) constant guest is never welcome.)U(A) danger foreseen is half avoided.5m(A) day of sorrow is longer than a month of joy.._(A) drop of ink may make a million think.% SS 5a 2a5bTkÁ I"G(A) hungry be+Y(A) fault confessed is half redressed.=&O(A) flower blooms more than once.A._(A) fly will not get into a closed mouth.B5m(A) fool and his money are (soon) easily parted.C)U(A) fool at forty is a fool forever.D+Y(A) friend in need is a friend indeed.G+Y(A) friend to all is a friend to none.H'Q(A) friend's eye is a good mirror.I)U(A) good beginning makes a good end.R*W(A) good conscience is a soft pillow.S'Q(A) good mind possesses a kingdom.T._(A) good name is better than a good face.U/a(A) growing youth has a wolf in his belly.[,[(A) guilty conscience needs no accuser.\D (A) handful of patience is worth more than a bushel of brains.^1e(A) happy heart is better than a full purse.`,[(A) heavy purse gives to a light heart.d._(A) hedge between keeps friendship green.e"G(A) hungry belly has no ears.v*W(A) hungry wolf is fixed to no place.w C(A) lender nor borrower be. n&\nwmjA'sOhang in thereThis expression is used to encourage someone to persevere and not give up in spite of the difficult circumstances. I know the atmosphere is very tense, but just hang in there and things will eventually calm down.I3@+#-get the hang ofWhen you get the hang of an activity, you now know how to do it correctly. The apprentice found the task difficult at first but he soon got the hang of it.I?9E5handle with kid glovesIf you handle someone with kid gloves, you treat them very carefully or tactfully, either because they are very important or because they are easily upset. He is so determined to obtain her agreement that he is handling her with kid gloves.IV>5Y3handbrake on a canoeIs something is as much use as a handbrake on a canoe, it is completely useless or serves no purpose. With no electricity, a refrigerator would be as much use as a handbrake on a canoe.I 7DlY}hE3% hang up one's bootsWhen a sports player hangs up their boots, they stop playing and retire. (This expression is often used to refer to retirement in general.) Dad says he's going to hang up his boots at the end of the year.ITD+o#hang out to dryIf you abandon someone who is in difficulty, without giving any assistance or support, you hang them out to dry. You'll get no help from Jack. He'll hang you out to dry if your plan fails.IoC9iQhang on by fingernailsWhen you hang on by the fingernails, you succeed in continuing to do something in a very difficult situation. The restaurant is losing more and more customers; the owner is just hanging on by his fingernails.IEB771hang on for dear lifeIf you hang (or hold) on for dear life, you grip something firmly so as not to fall. Andy took his mother on the back of his motorbike where she hung on for dear life!Iofflrx~ &,28>DJPV\bhntz "(.4:@FLRX^djpv|(08nAJ R!["c%lu(~)(08nAJ R!["c%lu(~)*+. (0.173A4K5T6]7f8o9y:~;<= ?@ABC!'&,17=CH/N9SbV[bhlnu| !'-߶4;޶AܶFڶLٶQضW׶]ֶbնhԶnҶtѶ{Ϸηͷ ̷ʷɷ!ȷ&Ƿ,Ʒ1ŷ6ķ:·@FMSX^cݷhmsy !'-27 G59G67bD+Chuck n5+love me, love my dogThis expression means that if someone loves you, they must love everything about you, including everyone and everything you love. Harry didn't like Sally's best friend, but Sally said : 'love me, love my dog!'Ix;wSlost ball in high weedsSomeone who is totally confused, and doesn't know what they are doing or how to do it, is a lost ball in high weeds. The new intern in a lost ball in high weeds - he has no idea now to begin the task he's been given.I<;3at a lossIf a person is at a loss, they don't know what to say or do in a particular situation. Teachers are at a loss to know how to deal with the increasing violence in schools.I7klose train of thoughtIf you forget what you were saying, for example after a disturbance or interruption, you lose your train of thought. Now where was I? I'm afraid I've lost my train of thought.Now where was I? I'm afraid I've lost my train of thought.I oBtoq#;Get throughFinish.I'm going to take some work home because I haven't m!J)-happy-go-luckyIf you are a happy-go-lucky person, you are cheerful and carefree all the time. He's a happy-go-lucky sort of guy - always in good humour.II)happy as LarryIf you are (as) happy as Larry, you are very happy indeed. My dad's as happy as Larry at the week-end when we all arrive home.ICH+79happy as a fleaIf someone is (as) happy as a flea in a doghouse, they are very happy and contented. Since she moved to a smaller apartment, my mother is as happy as a flea in a doghouse!IJG%happy camperSomeone who is a happy camper is generally content or satisfied with what is happening in their lives and has no complaints. With his new job and his new car, Andy is a happy camper.I:F+S have a hangoverTo have a hangover means to suffer from the unpleasant after-effects of drinking too much alcohol. Many young people have a hangover after a party or celebration.I .VN.,l(P3hard timeIf you give someone a hard time, you annoy them or make things difficult for them. Susan says the pupils in her new school are giving her a hard time.IqOmshard upIf you are hard up, you have very little money. We were so hard up that we had to sleep in the car.IGN15=(no) hard feelingsIf you have no hard feelings, you feel no resentment or bitterness about something. When Alan was promoted instead of Steve, he said to Steve : 'No hard feelings I  hope.'IM'#hard as nailsA person who is (as) hard as nails is unsentimental and shows no sympathy. Don't expect any sympathy from him.  He's as hard as nails.IL+hard of hearingIf someone is hard of hearing, they can't hear very well. You'll have to speak louder to Mr. Jones.  He's a bit hard of hearingI&K'#hard and fastSomething which is hard and fast is inflexible or cannot be altered. Unfortunately there are no hard and fast rules related to English spelling.I *o*cbr!SiGe*UQharp onIf you harp on (about) something, you tire others by talking continuously and tediously about it. My parents are always harping on about my school results.IVT-e/harebrained ideaA harebrained idea is an idea or suggestion that is considered to be silly, foolish or totally impractical. We'll never make any progress if you have nothing but harebrained ideas to offer!IS/urun with the hareIf you run with the hare and hunt with the hounds, you want to stay on friendly terms with both sides in a quarrel. Bob always wants to keep everyone happy, but he can't run with the hare and  hunt with the hounds this time - the issue is too importanIR+ hard to swallowWhen something is difficult to accept or believe, it is hard to swallow. She invented an excuse that the teacher found hard to swallow.I Q+ yhard to come bySomething that is hard to come by is rare or difficult to find. Experienced carpenters are hard to come by these days.I f6f)ys"N`#?SGet on withHave a good relationship.Fortunately, I GET ON WL\GY make hay while the sun shinesThis expression is used as an encouragement to take advantage of a good situation which may not last. Successful athletes are advised to make hay while the sun shinesI=[3Khave the makings ofA person who has the makings of something has qualities and potential that could be developed. The teacher says Sarah has the makings of an excellent journalist.IPZ%S=have kittensTo say  that you're going to have kittens is a dramatic way of expressing worry, anxiety or fear. His mother nearly had kittens when Alex announced that he wanted to be a trapeze artist.I1YK{1have you gone out of your mind?If you ask someone if they have gone out of their mind, you think they are crazy, foolish or insane. You're going to ask for a 100% increase in salary? Have you gone out of your mind?You're going to ask for a 100% increase in salary? Have you gone out of your mind?I - &IaU?MGet onContinue doing something.The teacher asked the pupils to GET ON with some work quietly as she had to leave the classroom.PZT?qGet off!D_;Mhead against brick wallIf you bang your head against a brick wall, you continue vainly to try and achieve something in spite of several unsuccessful attempts. I've been banging my head against a brick wall trying to explain the internet to my grandmother.I^C old head on young shouldersThis expression refers to a child or young person who thinks and expresses themselves like an older more-experienced person. When she heard Emily warning her brother to stay out of trouble, her mother thought : "That's an old head on young shoulders."IO]={}head and shoulders aboveTo say that one person is head and shoulders above the others means that they are much better than the rest  of them. The award winner was head and shoulders above the othersI oho~%-SL7mGet offManage to fire a gun.She GOT OFF a few shots beforuc!Ghead startIf you have a head start, you have an advantage that enables you to make progress more quickly and have a greater chance of success. Bringing detailed maps of the area gave us a head start over the others in the treasure hunt.I+b+!head screwed onSomeone who has their head screwed on is a sensible and realistic person. Don't worry about him. He's adventurous but he's got his head screwed on.Iia/Sehead on a platterIf someone makes you so angry that you want them to be punished, you want their head on a platter. He was so angry when he read the article about his family that he wanted the journalist's head on a platter.Ix`1Ghead in the cloudsIf you have your head in the clouds, you are so absorbed by your thoughts that you are not paying attention to what is happening around you. He doesn't listen to the teacher - he's got his head in the clouds all the time!-I A:LOx+PZ6IgGet intoBecome involved or interested.She's been GETTING I5k35heart of the matterThe most important part or aspect of a situation is called the heart of the matter. We need to get to the heart of the matter - what caused the accident?Ijj5-heart in right placeA person who has their heart in the right place has kind feelings and good intentions, even if the results are not too good. The old lady's cake wasn't wonderful but she's got her heart in the right place!Ii5 [heart in one's mouthA person who has their heart in their mouth feels extremely anxious or nervous faced with a dangerous or unpleasant situation. Emma had her heart in her mouth when she saw her two-year-old son standing in front of the open window.I;h+Eheart's contentIf you do something to your heart's content, you do it as much and for as long as you want. When my parents are away, I can watch television to my heart's content!I 6m6P*W-?cool as cucumberbe very calm and relaxed.There he stood, cool as cucumber and totally oblivious to the violence that had shattered the very fabric of the society.InV%%'cut the cordstop needing somebody else to loNy/speak out of turnIf someone speaks out of turn, either they intervene at the wrong moment or they say something tactless or inappropriate. At the first meeting I was afraid of speaking out of turn.I;x1Yspeak off the cuffIf you say something off the cuff, you say it spontaneously, without previous thought or preparation. Politicians are usually careful not to speak off the cuff.I"w5 speak ill of someoneIf you speak ill of someone, you say bad or unkind things about them. He's very loyal man who refuses to speak ill of his colleagues.Iv!!sspare tyreIf a person has a spare tyre, they have a roll of flesh around the waist. I'd better go on a diet - I'm getting a spare tyre!I KwTc+QuGet inBuy or obtain supplies, like food.We p#heart sinksIf your heart sinks, you feel very unhappy and despondent. My heart sank when I saw the amount of work waiting for me.I,o9%heart set on somethingSomeone who has their heart set on something wants it very much. From an early age Tiger has his heart set on becoming a professional golfer.I-n3;heart misses a beatIf your heart misses (or skips) a beat, you have sudden feeling of fear or excitement. When the lights suddenly went out, my heart missed a beat.IPm)[1heart of stoneSomeone who has a heart of stone is a cold person who shows others no understanding, sympathy or pity. She's not the person to go to if you've got problems - she's got a heart of stone!I1l+A heart on sleeveIf you wear your heart on your sleeve, you allow others to see your emotions or feelings. You could see she was hurt - she wears her heart on her sleeve.I Pvu$^J"uGet downReduce.The doctor says I my GET my cholesterolgyAi9(go to) hell in a handcartIf someone or something is going to hell in a handcart, their condition is poor and continues to deteriorate. This used to be a nice place to live, but now the area is going to hell in a handcart.Ijx?(come) hell or high waterIf you declare that you will do something come hell or high water, you mean that you will do it in spite of the difficulties involved. Come hell or high water I've got to be on time for the interview.IVw9W1(all) hell broke looseTo say that (all) hell broke loose means that there was a sudden angry, noisy reaction to something. All hell broke loose when it was announced that the plant was going to close down.I,v))heebie-jeebiesA state of apprehension, nervousness or anxiety is called the heebie-jeebies. Having to go down to the car park at night gives me the heebie-jeebies.I *qi[Q1Get byHave just enough money to live on.They're finding it increasingly difficult to GET BY sir})[uherd mentalityPeople with the herd mentality tend to do what everyone else does, no matter how ridiculous or stupid. One example of herd mentality is when people rush to get on the first bus when there are several empty ones waiting.I3|#3%hem and hawWhen someone hems and haws, they are very evasive and avoid giving a clear answer. Bobby hemmed and hawed when his parents asked him where had spent the night.I5{+;help a lame dogIf you help a lame dog over a stile, you help someone who is in difficulty or trouble. You can trust him - he's always ready to help a lame dog over a stile.IRz9u hell-bent on somethingIf you are hell-bent on doing something, you are recklessly determined to do it, even if it is dangerous or stupid. Although he is still weak, he's hell-bent on playing the match.I rIlru7's Get back intoStart doing something after stoppinv-kihide one's lightIf you hide your light under a bushel, you are modest or do not reveal a talent, quality or skill you possess. So you play the saxophone in a club on Saturday nights - you really hide your light under a bushel, don't you!IY9EIneither here nor thereSomething which is neither here nor there is considered to have no effect on the situation. OK, he lives close to you, but that's neither here nor there. We're talking about his results!IC?Ehere today, gone tomorrowThis is said of something which appears and disappears very quickly, or does not last long, The shops in this area change very often - here today, gone tomorrow.Il~% ?herding catsThis expression refers to the difficulty of coordinating a situation which involves people who all want to act independently. Organizing an outing for a group of people from different countries is like herding cats!I <lW4'?Get away fromStart to talk about something that is not relevant to the discussion.I think weT!high horseIf you get on your high horse, you start behaving in a haughty manner, as though you should be treated with more respect. He got on his high horse when he was asked to show his membership card.IQ%U=high and dryIf you are left high and dry, you find yourself in a difficult situation without help or resources. When her husband walked out on her, Amanda was left high and dry with two kids to raise.IL'O7hidden agendaIf a person or organisation has a hidden agenda, they have hidden interests or ulterior motives. I can guarantee that we have no hidden agenda. Our intentions have always been clear.I@9iuhide multitude of sinsIf something hides (or covers) a multitude of sins, it prevents people from seeing the less pleasant reality. Loose-fitting clothes can cover a multitude of sins!I 2e|1!u{minting it(also minting money) earning a lot of money q1I1Oycome rain or shineIf a person does something come rain or shine, they do it regularly, whatever the circumstances. He goes to the gym club every day, come rain or shine.IMH3#Ycome to your sensesIf you come to your senses you start to think clearly and behave sensibly. She finally came to her senses and realized that public transport was faster than driving in the city.IIG)Y%come to a headIf a problem or difficult situation comes to a head, it reaches a point where action has to be taken. The conflict came to a head yesterday when rioting broke out in the streets.IJF'U-come to gripsIf you come to grips with a problem or situation, you start to understand or deal with it properly. After the initial shock, the patient began to come to grips with his disability.I  99WS Get atMean.What do you think she's GETTING ) )Wiup to the hiltWhen someone does something (up) to the hilt, they do it completely, fully or to the maximum degree. He was involved in the conspiracy to the hilt.I|75!my way or the highwayIt you say to someone 'it's my way or the highway', you are telling that person that either they accept what you propose or they leave the project. You don't have much choice when someone says 'it's my way or the highway'.IO3ahighways and bywaysIf you travel the highways and byways, you take large and small roads to visit every part of the country. He travelled the highways and byways looking for traces of his ancestors.Ip+Swhigh and mightySomeone who is high and mighty behaves in a haughty manner as though they were superior to others. "Don't get all high and mighty!" said my grandmother to my cousin. "Everyone helps with the housework in this house."I W3WTUny!'+Get aroundBecome known.It didn't take long for the news to G %ghit the dustThe expression hit the dust is a humorous way of referring to death. You can have my computer when I hit the dust!IX -Y?hit the airwavesWhen someone hits the airwaves, they go on radio and/or TV to be interviewed or to promote something. The hospital was embarrassed when the patient hit the airways with his side of the story.I 5/shit and run accidentWhen the driver of a vehicle hits another vehicle without stopping to provide help, identification or insurance, and fails to report the accident to the police, the collision is called a hit-and-run accident. A hit-and-run accident deserves serious punishment.I% //himalayan blunderIf you stupidly make a serious mistake or error, you commit a Himalayan blunder. Apparently he lost his job because of a Himalayan blunder.I 8Kv So9gGet afterNag or exhort someone.You should GET AFTER them to finish the work.P`n']UGet across toBe convincing or make a good impression.How can I GET ACROSS 83Y{hit/strike pay dirtIf you hit pay dirt, you are lucky and suddenly find yourself in a successful money-making situation. Charlie finally hit pay dirt with his latent invention.I==hit the nail on the headWhen you hit the nail on the head, you are absolutely right about something or have guessed the exact nature of a problem or situation. You hit the nail on the head when you said Mark had money problems.  He's lost his job.I*7{9hit the hay (or sack)When you hit the hay (or hit the sack), you go to bed. The boys were so exhausted that they hit the hay as soon as they reached the campsite.ID9W hit the ground runningIf someone hits the ground running, they are ready and eager to start immediately on a new activity. He intends to hit the ground running when he starts his new job.I X%&X2[J-chive of activityA place where there are lots of things happening, and everyone is very busy, is called a hive of activity. When I went to offer help, the kitchen was already a hive of activity.IYCa#hitch one's wagon to a starSomeone who hitches their wagon to a star has great ambitions and is very determined to reach their goal. At an early age she decided to hitch her wagon to a star and become famous.I%hit the spotIf something hits the spot, it is exactly what is needed or wanted. On such a hot day, a cool drink would really hit the spot!I%ehit the roadWhen you hit the road, you begin a journey. It's getting late and we've got a long way to go.  Let's hit the road.IW5{hit the panic buttonWhen you hit or press the panic button, you raise the alarm too quickly or react too hastily in a difficult or stressful situation. Calm down! There's no need to hit the panic button yet!I &.e&\A1gshold goodIf something such as a statement, saying or theory holds good, it continues to be true, valid or applicable. The author's version of the event still holds good.IO'whold the fortWhen you hold the fort, you look after a place or a business in the absence of the person who is normally in charge. Rosie, could you hold the fort please while I go to the post office?I3)G hold the fieldIf something holds the field, it has not been replaced and remains valid or is still in use. The founder's management principles still hold the field today.IE771hold on for dear lifeIf you hold (or hang) on for dear life, you grip something firmly so as not to fall. Andy took his mother on the back of his motorbike where she held on for dear life!IN-w hold your breathIf someone is holding their breath, they are waiting anxiously or excitedly for something to happen or be announced. I went for a second interview today - now I'm holding my breath!I ,W,EU3U(not) do justice toSomething that does not show the true value of someone or something does not do justice to them/it. The photograph doesn't do her justice; she's much prettier than that.IT)wdo a good turnIf you do someone a good turn, you act in a  helpful way. Mike is a great guy - always ready to do a good turn.ITS7sdo a disappearing actIf someone does a disappearing act, they simply vanish, especially if they have done something wrong or dishonest. Just before the police arrived, the suspect did a disappearing act.I4R--#do a double takeSomeone who does a double take looks again in surprise at something unexpected. He did a double take when he saw his wife in a restaurant with another man.ImQ/qOdive in headfirstIf you begin something enthusiastically, without thinking about the possible consequences, you dive in headfirst. Tony accepted the project without realizing the time it would take; he always dives in headfirst!I `~D4UWFront offConfront someone and let them know you are prepared to fight.The two guys FRONTED each other OFF, but someone managed to calm them down bef-hold your tongueIf you hold your tongue, you stay silent and say nothing. Harry was of a different opinion but he decided to hold his tongue.I^)_Ihold the reinsThe person who holds the reins is someone who is in complete control of a company, firm or organisation. He's been holding the reins for over 20 years and intends to continue for as long as possible.I2)1hold one's ownIf you can hold your own, you are well able to defend yourself when under attack. We should ask Jane to represent us; she can hold her own in any argument.If-' hold your horsesIf you tell someone to hold their horses, you think they are doing something too fast and should slow down and not rush into further action. Hold your horses! We need to get the customer's approval first!.I Y.)YgL#7ion  the home stretchTo say that you are on the home stretch means that you are approaching the end of something such as a task, a race or a journey. Don't give up - we're on the home stretch now.I");3hollow victoryA victory obtained in unsatisfactory conditions, which as a result seems worthless or without significance for the winner, is called a hollow victory. Won in the absence of the major ski champions, his gold medal was a hollow victory.Id!-holier-than-thouThe attitude of people who consider themselves to be more virtuous or morally superior to others can be called 'holier-than-thou'. I can't stand the holier-than-thou attitude of some political candidatesIf -#(not) hold waterIf an explanation or argument does not hold water, it does not stand up to critical examination and can be shown to be unfounded. The reasons given for the government's new measures just do not hold water.I F#./Fe'3O_by hook or by crookIf you say that you will do something by hook or by crook, you mean that you will succeed in doing it in whatever way is necessary, whether it is honest or not. I'll get my revenge, by hook or by crook!I{&5mihonour among thievesThis expression means that even criminals have a sense of loyalty and they respect a certain code of behaviour. The bank robber refused to reveal the names of his accomplices which shows that there is honour among thieves.Iq%//honeymoon is overTo say that the honeymoon is over means that the initial period of friendship and cooperation between people, groups or organisations has ended. He was elected only six months ago, but the honeymoon is already over.IY$#home truthsIf you tell somebody some home truths, you tell them some unpleasant facts about themselves which are often difficult to accept. David needs to be told some home truths, whether he likes it or not!I 3drPd?#)Fool aroundBe unfaithful.She suspects her husband is FOOLING AROUND with one of herW+/1chope against hopeIf you hope against hope, you continue to hope even when the situation looks bad. The whole building was destroyed by fire.  John's parents are hoping against hope that he escaped in time.IX*1hop, skip and jumpTo say that a thing or place is only a hop, skip and a jump away from another means that they are very close to each other. The school's just a hop, skip and a jump away from our new house.IK)/M/(not) give a hootTo say that you don't or couldn't give a hoot means that you don't care at all about something. She wears eccentric clothes but she couldn't give a hoot about what others think.II(7E+hook, line and sinkerIf you fall for a story or an explanation hook, line and sinker, you completely believe it. I didn't think he'd believe my story, but he fell for it hook, line and sinker!I ~Z>/!g dark horseIf you refer to someone as a dark horse you mean that they are secretive or that little is known about them. I can't say I know my neighbour.  He's a bit of a dark horse.I:.#Shorse senseSomeone who has horse sense is a practical thinker who has the ability to make sensible decisions. Don't worry. Andrew has good horse sense. He'll do the right thing.IV-C uhorse of a different colourTo describe a person or a problem as a horse of a different colour means either that the person does things differently from others, or that the nature of the problem is entirely different. I expected to negotiate with the sales manager, but the chairman turned up - now he's a horse of a different colour!I ,1ahorns of a dilemmaIf you are on the horns of a dilemma, you are faced with a choice between two equally unpleasant options. I'm on the horns of a dilemma; I have to choose between a boring job with a good salary or a more interesting job with a lower salaryI `IKD\P.g7Fob offMake or persuade someone to accept something.I FOBBED it OFF Paul.P:-;5Fly intoChange emotion quickly.He FLEW INTO a rage.PUX21)khorses for coursesThis expression means that because horses race better on a course that suits them, it is important to match people with suitable jobs or tasks. A person suited to one activity may not be suited to another. His experience in sales doesn't necessarily make him ideal for the job. Horses for courses, as the saying goes!I1%EQflog a horseTo say that someone is flogging (or beating) a dead horse means that they are wasting time and effort trying to do or achieve something that is impossible. Mark is flogging a dead horse trying to get his money reimbursed.  The company has gone bankrupt.I0/ could eat a horseTo say that you could eat a horse means that you are very hungry. Let's get something to eat.  I'm starving. I could eat a horse!I EE5k$#m_Flounce865')hot under the collarIf you get hot under the collar, you feel annoyed, indignant or embarrassed. If anyone criticizes his proposals, Joe immediately gets hot under the collar.I$5-?shot on the trailIf you are hot on the trail of someone or something, you are very close to finding them. The police are hot on the trail of the bank robber.Id4/! hot off the pressIf a news article, for example, is hot off the press, it has just been published and contains the most recent information on the subject. I just got it hot off the press; another bank has gone bankrupt.Ik3CQWstraight from horse's mouthIf you learn something straight from the horse's mouth, the information is given to you by someone who is directly involved. "How do you know Sam has resigned?" "I got it straight from the horse's mouth - Sam told me himself!""How do you know Sam has resigned?" "I got it straight from the horse's mouth - Sam told me himself!"I Fpd4\!CmFlick overChange TV channels quickly.She FLICKED OVER to see if the news had started.PnMFlesh outAdd more details or information.The recent government report FL:%Cion the houseSomething which is on the house is offered free of charge, usually in a bar or restaurant. The new owner offered us a drink on the house.If97#(not) give house roomIf you refuse to give house room to someone or something, you do not accept them into your home because you dislike or disapprove of them. I wouldn't give house room to that painting - it's grotesque!IR85S1like a house on fireTwo people who get on like a house on fire have similar interests and quickly become good friends. As soon as Sarah met her brother's girlfriend, they got on like a  house on fire.I67!Chot potatoA hot potato is a very sensitive and controversial matter which is difficult to deal with. The new Prime Minister hasn't been confronted with any hot potatoes yet.I  6"W/>##-hue and cryIf there is a hue and cry about something, there is loud opposition to it. There will no doubt be a great hue and cry when the reorganisation is announced.IS==mhow the other half livesThis expression refers to the way of life of another social group. particularly people who are much richer or poorer than oneself. He prefers not to know how the other half lives.I[<)w+household nameWhen the name of something becomes very familiar because it is so often used, it is called a household name or word. The product was so successful that its name became a household word in no time.I;1w put house in orderIf you tell someone to put their house in order, you are saying that they should organise their own affairs or take care of their own problems before giving advice to other people. You should put your house in order before telling me what to do!I KI_f ]oFit inHave enough time or space for something.I didn't haveeB/q?icing on the cakeIf something is referred to as icing on the cake, it is an extra benefit that makes a good situation even better. Good news!  I get the job ... and the icing on the cake is that I get a company car too!I;A'ymbreak the iceA person who breaks the ice is someone who does or says something to make people relax in an uncomfortable situation. He started by telling a  joke to break the ice.I9@/5#hustle and bustleThis term refers to busy energetic activity in an atmosphere of general excitement. I prefer to live in the country. I hate the hustle and bustle of city life.It?!iuhunky-doryUsing the expression 'hunky dory' is an informal way of saying that everything is satisfactory and there are no problems. "Need any help?"  Everything's hunky dory, thanks.""Need any help?"  Everything's hunky dory, thanks."I x@jc/Fire upStart a cFC]if you can't stand the heatThe expression 'if you can't stand the heat, get out of the kitchen' means that if you feel there is too much pressure, you can leave. Amid the growing tension the organiser declared : "If you can't stand the heat, get out of the kitchen!"IYEI9Eif it ain't broke don't fix itThis expression means that if a system or method works well, you shouldn't change it. We're not touching our alarm system.  As the saying goes : if it ain't broke, don't fix it!I#DEyidiot boxSome people consider television to lack educational value and refer to it as the idiot box. He spends all his free time in front of the idiot box.I]C)identity theftThe crime of using another person's personal information (name, credit card number, etc.) without his/her knowledge, to set up and use bank accounts and credit facilities is known as identity theft.-I vZv; y)Finish up withHave or do something at the end or as the last of something.*J-infomaniaIf you are constantly checking and responding to email and text messages, you may be the victim of a recent addiction called infomania. The abuse of technology has lead to a state of infomania;  employees are becoming addicted to checking email and text messages during meetings.I2I3Oyindustrial strengthThis is a humorous way of referring to something which is very strong, powerful or concentrated. I've got an industrial-strength headache this morning!IAH-]ill-gotten gainsMoney, profit or benefits that are made in a dishonest or illegal manner are called ill-gotten gains. He won money by cheating and is now enjoying his ill-gotten gains.-I]G1MQignorance is blissThis means that if you don't know about a problem or unpleasant fact, you won't worry about it. I didn't know our neighbour was an escaped prisoner until the police arrived - ignorance is bliss!I TYqFilter inMove into a lane of traffic without making other cars stop.The slip lane allows traffic to FILTER IN at the junction.PZpAqFill upFill something coQN+in keeping withIf something is in keeping with, for example, a style or tradition, it is suitable or appropriate in a particular situation. We exchange presents at Christmas in keeping with tradition.I0M+= in dire straitsIf a person or organisation is in dire straits, they are in a very difficult situation. The loss of major contracts has put the company in dire straits.IDL;ouin a class of one's ownIf someone is in a class of their own, they are unequalled and considered better than anyone else of their kind. As a singer, Maria Callas was in a class of her own.I`K! )in cahootsIf one person is in cahoots with another, they are working in close partnership, usually conspiring to do something dishonest. There was a rumour that the mayor was in cahoots with a chain of supermarkets.I 11gAR3C!in leaps and boundsIf you do something in leaps and bounds, you make rapid or spectacular progress or growth. The number of subscribers to the newsletter has grown in leaps and bounds.I|Q1/-in inverted commasWhen describing something, if you use a word which you say is 'in inverted commas', you indicate that the word is not quite true or appropriate. We were served a 'meal', in inverted commas, but we were too hungry to complain.INP)I?in the interimSomething that happens in the interim takes place during a period of time between two events. I won't have the apartment until next month. In the interim I'm staying at a local hotel.I4O? 3in the heat of the momentIf you say or do something in the heat of the moment, you say or do it without pausing to think, at a time when you are experiencing unusually strong emotions such as anger, excitement, etc. I was so angry that in the heat of the moment I said things that I later regretted.I `1(2h`'WkFiddle aroundMake small movements with your hands.He FIDDLED AROUND for something in his pockets.P_'yFiddle aroundWaste time doiDV/Yin mint conditionSomething that is in mint condition is in such perfect condition that it looks new or as good as new. The car is 10 years old but according to Tom it's in mint condition.IQU=U%in the middle of nowhereIf a place is in the middle of nowhere, it is in a remote area, far from towns, villages or houses. The campsite was in the middle of nowhere so I couldn't send you a postcard.I*T%I}in the lurchIf something leaves you in the lurch, it leaves you in a difficult or embarrassing situation. When Paul missed the last bus, he was left in the lurch.InS+?in the long runThis term refers to something that will have effect over or after a long period of time. Learning Chinese is going to be difficult, but it'll be worth it in the long run because it will help me to get a better job.I r<br`VWFend forTake car[/{win seventh heavenIf you are in seventh heaven, you are extremely happy. Every time she wins a match, she's in seventh heaven!IbZ'in retrospectThis expression refers to a past situation or event, particularly if your present opinion is different from the one you had at the time. In retrospect, we were not aware of the effects on the environment.IY# ein rapturesIf you are in raptures, you are delighted or very enthusiastic. Amanda is in raptures about her new apartmenIVX/W;in over your headIf you are in over your head, you are involved in something that is too difficult for you to handle. I accepted to organise the festival, but I quickly realized that I was in over my head.I@W;{ain one's own sweet timeIf you do something in your own sweet time, you take as long as you please to do it, in spite of the wishes of others. OK, I'll do it - but in my own sweet time!I &Aj&!<yNMFeed offUse something to your advantage.He FEEDS OFF people's fear of crime to get them to support his proposals.PfMYoFeed offEat a food as part of an animals diet.The gecko FEEDS OFF mosquitoes and other insects.P1L._ICgin two shakes of a lamb's tailTo do something in two shakes of a lamb's tail means to do it very quickly or in a moment. I'll be ready in two shakes of a lamb's tail.I^A}win the twinkling of an eyeThis expression means 'very fast' or 'instantaneously'. Public opinion can change in the twinkling of an eye.IS];sin trouble with the lawIf someone is in trouble with the law, they are being questioned by the police in connection with something illegal or criminal. The suspect has often been in trouble with the law.I;\!Kin a stewWhen someone is in a stew about something, they are worried and agitated. When she was organizing the wedding reception, Laura got into a stew over the seating arrangemeI + v,-1%meat and two vegThe male genitals.Everybody could see his meat and two veg because his trousers were so tight.IH+#;Kmarry moneyto marry a rich person.She married money QE'[5come to griefIf someone or something comes to grief, they either have an accident, are destroyed or end in failure. Their plans for a golf course came to grief when it was decided to build a motorway.IcD1come to the crunchTo talk about what to do if or when a situation comes to the crunch means when it becomes critical and a decision has to be made. I'm running out of money. If it comes to the crunch, I'll sell my car.IC'come to blowsIf two or more people come to blows, they start to fight. The debate was so intense that the participants almost came to blows.IQB/come to a bad endIf someone comes to a bad end, their actions lead to disastrous consequences which are sometimes deserved or predictable. If that boy doesn't change his ways, he'll come to a bad end.I w;wHc5Madd insult to injuryTo add insult to injury means to make a bad situation worse by harming or upsetting someone you have already harmed in some other way. Not only did he steal money from his best friend, he added insult to injury by damaging his car!I8b%Eins and outsThe term 'ins and outs' of a situation means all the details or facts. I know he was involved in a car accident, but I don't know the ins and outs of his injuries.I(a=/{in words of one syllableIf you explain something in words of one syllable, you use very simple language. Not so fast!  Say that again in words of one syllable.I`+ in vino veritasThis expression, which in Latin means 'in wine there is truth', is a way of saying that wine makes people less inhibited and leads them to speak more freely and reveal their true feelings. After a few drinks he told us the whole story - in vino veritas!I =+>={W}g;?itching (or itchy) palmSomeone who has an itching palm is greedy for money, for example tips or commission (as if putting money in the palm of their hand would ease the itch). He's said to have an itching palm - he does nothing without payment!Iif! 9itchy feetA person who has itchy feet is someone who finds it difficult to stay in one place and likes to travel and discover new places. Andrew's got itchy feet again.  He says he's going to teach in China for a few years.ITe/Y5irons in the fireIf you have a few, or many, irons in the fire, you are involved in several projects at the same time. The travel agency is not his only venture - he's got more than one iron in the fire.Iyd)skiron fist/handThis expression is used to describe someone who, behind an appearance of gentleness, is inflexible and determined. To impose the necessary reforms, the leader used persuasion followed by force - an iron fist in a velvet glove.I  Cc3hb`61Fall downHave a weak point.The argument FALLS DOWN when you look at how much it'll cost.PF5k!E_be an itemTo say that two people are an item means that they are involved in a romantic relationship. So Sally and Harry are an item, are they?I\jQI3it's no use crying over spilt milkIt is useless to complain or have regrets about something that is done and cannot be changed. Sometimes I regret not accepting the offer, but it's no use crying over spilt milk.IYi1QEit's a small worldPeople use this expression when they are surprised to meet someone familiar in unexpected places. Wow!  It's a small world.  I never expected to meet a neighbour on a transatlantic flight!I\h1)uit's anyone's callThis expression is used when the result of a contest or election is difficult to predict. "Who do you think will win?"  "It's anyone's call.""Who do you think will win?"  "It's anyone's call."I Y&kw,!C!Face up toAccept an unpleasant truth.Many people find iOo9ikeep your back coveredIf you do something in case a problem arises later for which you might be blamed, you keep your back covered. You'd better make a copy of that letter to keep your back covered.IVn5O=keep at arm's lengthIf you keep someone at arm's length, you do not allow yourself to become too friendly with them. It's not easy to become friends with Sophie; she tends to keep everyone at arm's length.I+m+1keen as mustardIf someone is as keen as mustard, they are very eager, enthusiastic or motivated. We should ask Emily to join the team.  She's as keen as mustard.Itl)Skangaroo courtA kangaroo court is an illegal tribunal set up by a group of people who have taken the law into their own hands and conduct trials which deny fundamental justice. Calm down please!  Is this a meeting or a kangaroo court?I 7pf`#Rs5[)keep finger on pulseIf you keep a finger on the pulse, you are constantly aware of the most recent events or developments. A successful investor keeps his finger on the pulse of international business.IrG akeep one's feet on the groundA person who keeps their feet on the ground continues to act in a sensible and practical way, even if they become successful. His invention was an instant success but he kept his feet on the ground and invested his money very wiselyI1q31keep a civil tonguePeople who keep a civil tongue express themselves in polite terms. Don't speak so rudely! You must learn to keep a civil tongue in all circumstances.IEpC#9keep body and soul togetherIf someone is able to keep body and soul together, they manage to survive. He was unemployed and homeless, but somehow he managed to keep body and soul together.I 3Jt3l Zx1{keep a low profileA person who keeps a low profile tries not to attract public attention. The inventor is a discreet man who keeps a low profile.ISw+_1keep the lid onIf you keep the lid on something, you hide it or control it to prevent people from finding out about it. The company tried to keep a lid on the negotiations but word got out to the press.IIv/}}keep a level headIf you keep a level head,  you remain calm and sensible no matter  how difficult or distressful the situation may be. All through the hijacking the pilot kept a level  head.IRu7gkeep head above waterTo keep one's head above water means to try to survive by staying out of debt, for example a small business. Business has been slow, but we've managed to keep our head above water.I2t5)keep fingers crossedIf you keep your fingers crossed, you hope that something will be successful. I'm doing my driving test tomorrow.  Keep your fingers crossed for me!I HGO>] DgO{Dwell onSpend a lot of time on something.The programme DWELLED ON=|#Mkeep postedIf someone asks you to keep them posted, they want you to keep them informed about a situation. Our agent promised to keep us posted on developments in the negotiations.It{/?keep options openWhen you keep your options open, you postpone making a decision so that you can choose among several possible courses of action. The offer sounds good, but keep your options open until you're sure it's the best choice.I}zCcikeep nose to the grindstoneA person who keeps their nose to the grindstone is someone who concentrates on working  or studying hard. She was so determined to get into the college of her choice that she kept her nose to the grindstone all year.I4y51keep your nose cleanA person who keeps their nose clean behaves well and avoids trouble. He spent a term in prison a few years ago but he's kept his nose clean ever since.I 2 b2l.--keep under wrapsIf something is kept under wraps, it is held secret and not revealed to anyone. The plan was kept under wraps until the contract as officially signedI03Akeep under your hatTo keep something under one's hat means to keep a secret. My boss has promised me a promotion, but it's not official yet, so keep it under your hat.IF9m}keep a stiff upper lipIf a person keeps a stiff upper lip, they contain their emotion and do not let other people see their feelings. When she heard the bad news, she kept a stiff upper lip.I'~3+keep your shirt on!If you tell somebody to keep their shirt on, you are asking them to calm down. Keep your shirt on Bob. Just give your version of the story!Io}1+keep in proportionIf you react to a situation in a sensible way, without exaggerating the importance or seriousness of the facts, you keep things in proportion. Yes, we've got a problem, but let's try to keep things in proportion.I   8e1L/aput the kibosh onIf you do something to prevent a plan or activity from happening or developing, you put the kibosh on it. The bank's refusal to grant him a loan put the kibosh on Jack's project.I_3!keep wolf from doorTo keep the wolf from the door you need to have enough money to buy food and other basic essentials in order to survive. My grandparents earned barely enough money to keep the wolf from the door.IA5ckeep up with JonesesSomeone who tries to keep up with the Joneses tries to have the same possessions or social achievements as someone else. First the Browns moved their children to an expensive school.  Now the Smiths have done the same.  It's silly how some people feel they have to keep up with the Joneses!Id3 keep up appearancesA person who keeps up appearances maintains an outward show of prosperity or well-being in order to hide their difficulties from others. He continued to keep up appearances even when business was bad.I gM+mhad one's chipsTo say that someone has had their chips means that they have completely failed in what they set out to achieve. After the second round, it looked as though Watson had had his chips.IW9kchip off the old blockA person who is a chip off the old block resembles one of their parents in appearance, character or behaviour. James is a chip off the old block - he reacts the same way as his father.I7qchip on your shoulderIf someone has a chip on their shoulder, the feel resentful because they feel they are being treated unfairly, especially because of their background, their sex or their colour. He's got a chip on his shoulder because he's from a working-class family.IqGchinwagIf you have a chinwag with someone, you have an opportunity to chat with each other. "How about having lunch together on Friday?" "OK, good idea, we can have a good old chinwag!""How about having lunch together on Friday?" "OK, good idea, we can have a good old chinwag!"I QcvsDrop offTake something or someone to a place and leave it or them there..I DROPPED the kids OFF at school on my way to work.Pqu[Drop inVisit without having made arrangements.I was . !1a kickbackThis expression refers to money paid illegally for favourable treatment. The property developers were accused of giving kickbacks to the local authorities.I9']kick yourselfIf you feel like kicking yourself, you are angry with yourself for something you have or have not done. I could have kicked myself for forgetting Emily's birthday.IJ/7Cget a kick out ofIf you get a kick out of something, you feel enjoyment or excitement from something. Tania is a bit strange - she gets a kick out of listening to other people's phone messages.I])g?kick up a fussA person who kicks up a fuss creates a disturbance, especially by complaining or protesting about something. The service was so slow in the restaurant that several customers began to kick up a fuss.I r.NrjSm=eX ?_'kiss goodbye to somethingIf you accept as certain that you will not get something that you want, you kiss (or say) goodbye to it. There will be no bonus this year, so I can kiss goodbye to that car I wanted!IG )]kindred spiritPeople who have a lot in common and share the same beliefs, attitudes and feelings are kindred spirits. The immediately felt they were kindred spirits and became close friends.I 1ukill with kindnessWhen you are excessive in your efforts to be helpful or generous, you can harm someone, or kill them with kindness. The children are overweight, but their grandmother continues to give them chocolates and cookies - she'll kill them with kindness!IN G=-kill two birds with one stoneIf you kill two birds with one stone, you succeed in doing two things at the same time. By studying on the train on the way home, Claire kills two birds with one stone.I >d d!s Drill downSearch through layers of information on a com-iknock sense intoWhen you knock sense into somebody, you use strong words or methods in order to get that person to stop behaving stupidly. When Jason announced that he was going to drop out of college, his uncle managed to knock some sense into him.IE3[knickers in a twistIf you get your knickers in a twist, you are angry, nervous or upset faced with a difficult situation. Don't get your knickers in a twist!  Everything is under control.I%Ao1knee-high to a grasshopperThis term refers to a very young or small child. Look how tall you are!  Last time I saw you, you were knee-high to a grasshopper!I>%kon its kneesWhen something such as a country or organisation is on its knees, or brought to its knees, it is in a very weak situation. The civil war brought the country to its knees.I  E` \ BE1Sknow your own mindIf you know your own mind, you know what you want or like, and are capable of making a decision. I don't want to influence you.  You're old enough to know your own mind.IE)A5know the scoreWhen you know the score, you are well-informed about a situation and know what to expect. If Laura damages the car, her dad won't lend it to her again.  She knows the score.I*;1know someone inside outIf you know someone inside out, you know them very well. Sue and Anne have been friends since childhood.  They know each other inside out.Ia;i3knock down with featherTo say 'you could have knocked me down with a feather' emphasizes the fact that you were extremely surprised. When I heard the name of the winner, you could have knocked me down with a feather!I75''knock your socks offIf something amazes you, or impresses you greatly, it knocks your socks off. The magnitude of the project will knock the socks off everyone in the office.I u [WuPq%IS/aDraw inGet dark earlier.The nights are DRAWING IN now it's winter.PgR^)u3labour of loveA task that is done for your own pleasure and satisfaction and not for reward or profit is called a labour of love. Preparing Christmas dinner for the family is what my mother calls a labour of love.I/A%kowtow to someoneIf you are very respectful and submissive, giving way to the wishes of a person or organisation in authority in order to please them, you kowtow to them. Mark refused to kowtow to the committee and decided to work as a consultant.I,+#knuckle down toIf someone knuckles down to something, they start to work on it seriously. If you want to succeed, you'll have to knuckle down to some serious work.IqQ%know which way the wind is blowingThis expression means that it is advisable to know how a situation is developing in order to be prepared for any changes. Before we decide on anything, we need to know which way the wind is blowing.I /tX%8-!Sclose callIf something happens, or is avoided or missed, with very little margin, it is called a close call. She won the election with 0.5% of the votes - it was a close call.I7,1saclose but no cigarThis expression refers to an effort to do something which was a good attempt but not quite good enough to succeed. The ball touched the goal post - close butI`+)-like clockworkTo say that someone or something goes, runs or behaves like clockwork means that everything happens exactly as expected. Meals are always served on time.  In their home everything runs like clockwork.Ii*%/clock in/outWhen you clock in or out, you record the time you arrive or leave your job by punching a time clock to show the number of hours you have worked. I'm going to clock out early today.  I've got a dental appointmentI `SGK/clandslide victoryThe victory of a candidate or a political party by an overwhelming majority is called a landslide victory. Major newspapers predict a landslide victory for the Democratic Party.IH/sland on your feetIf you land on your feet, you make a quick recovery after a difficulty such as a business failure, an illness, a loss, etc. Don't worry about Bob. He always lands on his feet.I1 land of the livingThis is a humorous way of saying that someone is still alive. Hi there!  Glad to see you're still in the land of the living!I!# 'lame excuseA lame excuse is an explanation which is weak and unconvincing. If you're scared to do it, just say so.  Don't just invent some lame excuse!IMclame duckA person or organisation in difficulty and unable to manage without help is called a lame duck. Some banks have become lame ducks recently.I RVorXAYWDob inPressure someone into doing something.He needed some #-last legsIf you are on your last legs, you are in a very weak condition or about to die. I was so sick that I felt as though I was on my last legs!Ix"1Wlast but not leastWhen introducing a number of people, this expression is used to assure the audience that the last person mentioned is no less important than those previously named. And now, last but not least, here is the final candidate.I"! /lash outIf you lash out at somebody, you attack them, usually verbally. On the ninth hole, Pete suddenly lashed out at Scott and accused him of cheating.I -Ularger than lifeA person who is larger than life attracts special attention because they are very impressive or unusually remarkable in their appearance, behaviour or personality. He was a larger-then-life character, both onstage and behind the scene.I ZZl^"'Gulast wordSomething described as the last word is the most recent or most fashionable in its category. Steve's new computer is the last word in technology.Ib&!y?last strawThis expression means that this is the latest unpleasant event and that you cannot tolerate the situation any longer. After a long day of negotiations with the protesters, the traffic jam was the last straw!I%#SIlast resortTo say that you would so something as a last resort means that it is the last thing you would do if you were desperate and all other courses of action had failed. I still haven't found a hotel for the night;  I can always sleep in the car as a last resort!I}$=aslast thing on one's mindIf you say that something is the last thing on your mind, you mean that it is not an important matter at all, especially when you have more serious problems to consider. I'm so busy that food is the last thing on my mind.I [#[$Q2.#=Dish outServe food.I DISHED OUT the dinner.Pw-'ID+)]laughing stockA person who does something stupid or ridiculous which causes others to laugh becomes a laughing stock. If you wear that to school you'll be the laughing stock of the class!Ia*7SMlaugh up one's sleeveIf you laugh up your sleeve, you are secretly amused at another person's problems or difficulties. Tom felt that his demonstration was confusing and that his colleague was laughing up his sleeve.Il)5laugh offWhen you laugh about something that has upset or hurt you, to make it seem less important or to try to show that you do not care, you laugh it off. She overheard her colleague's critical remark, but she laughed it off.I(GGlaugh all the way to the bankA person who makes a lot of money easily, especially through someone else's stupidity, is said to laugh all the way to the bank. If we fail to renew the contract, our competitors will be laughing all the way to  the bank.I HM\v$gDig upFind something that isB/-1;lay down the lawSomeone who lays down the law tells people very forcefully and firmly what to do. The volunteers helped in a disorganised way.  They needed someone to lay down the law.IP.1%_lay it on the lineIf you speak frankly and make something very clear, you lay it on the line. The boss laid it on the line and told Jimmy that if he arrived late for work again he would lose his job.Iz-3Wlaw onto themselvesIf someone is a law onto themselves, they do things their own way and ignore what is generally considered as acceptable. They're against discipline and allow their children complete freedom - they're a law onto themselves.Ib,/law of the jungleA situation in which people are prepared to use unscrupulous methods in order to succeed or survive is called the law of the jungle. Some businesses today seem to be governed by the law of the jungle.I O1W7uDie forWant something a lot.I'm DYING FOR the weekend- this week's been so hard.P CODie downDecreae31learn the hard wayIf you learn the hard way, you learn through your own experience, good and bad, rather than from the advice or guidance of others. His refusal to accept any help meant that he had to learn the hard way.I>2-C!leaps and boundsIf you do something in leaps and bounds, you make rapid or spectacular progress or growth. The number of subscribers to the newsletter has grown in leaps and bounds.I;11Clead to a dead endIf a plan or project leads to a dead end, it develops no further because it has no future. In spite of the scientists' efforts, the research lead to a dead end.In03gWlead up garden pathIf someone leads you up the garden path, they deceive you by making you believe something which is not true. I still haven't got the promotion I was promised.  I think my boss is leading me up the garden path!I !d!n~.^8;Y=leave no stone unturnedIf you try everything possible in order to achieve or to find something, you leave no stone unturned. The management left no stone unturned in their efforts to find a solution to the crisis.IW71U=leave high and dryIf you are left high and dry, you find yourself in a difficult situation without help or resources. When her husband walked out on her, Amanda was left high and dry with two kids to raise.I863Uleave the door openIf you leave the door open, you behave in such a way as to allow the possibility of further action. Both parties left the door open for further negotiations.IF5)+Mlearning curveThe length of time needed to learn something new is called the learning curve. The new system has a long learning curve so we'll have to give the staff time to get used to it.I4+learn the ropesIf you learn the ropes, you learn how to do a particular job correctly. He's bright.  It won't take him long to learn the ropes.I k0ifkX~w<; =left hanging in the airIf a problem or issue is left hanging in the air (or in mid-air), no decision has been taken so it remains without a solution. No solution was proposed during the meeting so the question was left hanging in the air.I;sleft hand doesn't know what the right hand is doingTo say that 'the left hand doesn't know what the right hand is doing' means that within a group or organisation, communication is so bad that one person doesn't know what another person is doing.-IC:+sled by the noseSomeone who is led by the nose is dominated or controlled by a person or group who makes them do exactly what they want. Jack has always been led by the nose by his mother.IL9-ileave well aloneIf you leave well alone, you decide not to interfere with or change something that is acceptable or adequate. It would be hard to get a better deal.  Let's just leave well alone.I %e{(_RUOCut inMix fat and flour until the combine.CUT the butter INr@'E(buy) a lemonIf you buy something, especially a car, that is defective, unsatisfactory, constantly gives problems or stops running after a short time, you buy a lemon. The car I bought was a real lemon. It broke down two weeks later.-IH?AI(not) have leg to stand onTo say that someone doesn't have a leg to stand on means that they can't prove what they say. Three people testified against him.  He didn't have a leg to stand on.I<>19#pull someone's legIf you pull someone's leg, you tease them by telling them something that is not true. Of course I'm not going to buy a sports car.  I was just pulling your leg!IW=3qleft to own devisesIf you leave someone to their own devices, you leave them to look after themselves, with any help or supervision. When left to their own devices, many children watch TV and eat junk food.I .) CWIt has someone's name on itsaid about somthing that be")5clip someone's wingsIf you clip someone's wings, you do something to restrict their freedom. Taking away his credit card is a sure way to clip his wings.I'('Iuclinch a dealIn a business relationship, if you clinch a deal, you reach agreement on a proposal or offer. Paul's final argument enabled us to clinch the deal.Ia''=sclear the wayIf you clear the way, you allow something to happen by removing what was preventing it. Opening universities to women cleared the way fo them to have a career and participate actively in today's society.Ii&' 7clear the airIf you decide to clear the air, you try to remove the causes of fear, worry or suspicion by talking about the problem openly. The atmosphere had become so unpleasant that he decided it was time to clear the air.I Y|n&`y'Cut downConsume less.I'm trying to CUT DOWN the amount of coffee I drink during the day.Pmx#3Cut back onReduce expenditure.The goveID9)Elet bygones be bygonesIf you let bygones be bygones, you decide to forget about past disagreements. When Charlie's son was born, he decided to let bygones be bygones and contacted his parents.IrC3Elesser of two evilsIf you choose the lesser of two evils, you opt for the less unpleasant of two poor options. I didn't want to go. Choosing the train instead of driving was the lesser of two evils; at least I could relax on the way.IYB%7mless is moreThis expression, used particularly in architecture and design, conveys the idea that things that are simple in style and smaller in size are better. Simplicity is fashionable today.  Less is more.I#A+3lend oneself toIf you lend yourself to something, you approve of it or become associated with it. No decent father would lend himself to violent behaviour.I g!P\gMHp);ECruise throughPasqHgslet rideWhen you decide to do nothing about a particular situation and allow it to remain as it is, you let it ride. Bill didn't like the way his wife spoke to the operator, but he let it ride because he didn't want another quarrel.IpG'?let off steamA person who lets off steam releases surplus energy or strong feelings either through intense physical activity or by talking in an unrestrained manner. Let's bring the kids to the playground so they can let off steam.IMF3elet one's hair downIf you suggest that someone should let their hair down, you are telling them to relax and enjoy themselves. Come on!  We're not in the office now.  You can let your hair down!I[EEolet me bounce this off you You can say this when you present an idea or plan to someone in order to test their reaction or obtain feedback. I think I've found a way of making money. Let me bounce this off you.I *l>Sg!KSCreep intoBecome noticeable in something.An angry tone CREPT INTO her voice.Pkfw[Creep inGet includeL5lick/smack your lipsA person who is licking (or smacking) their lips is showing that they are excited about something and are eager for it to happen. He was licking his lips at the idea of the money he was going to make.InK9licence to print moneyAn officially authorized activity which enables people to make a lot of money without much effort is called a licence to print money. The contract to supply computers to schools was a licence to print money.IJ%Cgon the levelIf you say that someone is on the level, you are referring to a truthful or honest person. Tell me straight : Is he on the level or not?IRI'IIto the letterIf you follow instructions or directions to the letter, you do exactly as is told or written. Although she followed the instructions to the letter, she couldn't get the DVD player to work.I p>Np{ |ZP/lick one's woundsWhen a person licks their wounds, they try to recover their confidence or spirits after a defeat, failure or disappointment. Poor Harry is licking his wounds after being dropped from the team.IlO5lick someone's bootsTo say that one person is licking another's boots means that they are trying to please that person, often in order to obtain something. Sam is licking the manager's boots in the hope of obtaining a pay rise.ION+{ lick into shapeIf you make an effort to put someone or something into satisfactory condition or appearance, you lick them into shape. I've got to lick this place into shape before my in-laws arrive.IkM-!lick and promiseIf you give something a lick and a promise, you make a quick attempt to clean it, with the intention of doing it more thoroughly later. She gave the kitchen a lick and a promise before she ran to catch the bus.I 0+0'_dU7white lieIf you tell a white lie, you say something which is not true in order to protect someone or to avoid hurting their feelings. Some parents prefer to tell their children a white lie rather than announce bad news.I[T/q+lie through teethIf you lie through your teeth, you lie openly and brazenly, knowing that what you are saying is completely false. I saw him breaking the window.  If he denies it, he's lying through his teeth.I'S-Walie way  in/outIf you obtain something or get out of a situation by telling lies, you lie your way in or out of it. He lied his way into a well-paid position.IRqlie inIf you lie in, you stay in bed after the normal time for getting up. Great!  Tomorrow I'm not on duty so I can lie in!IQQ'_1keep a lid onIf you keep the lid on something, you hide it or control it to prevent people from finding out about it. The company tried to keep a lid on the negotiations but word got out to the press.I R}kQMMOCount outCount a certain amount of money.He COUNTED OUT £250 and paid me.PALBYAAlife and soul of the partyThe life and soul of the party is the most lively and amusing person present at an event. I'm so glad we invited Emily. She was the life and soul of the party.IqXK'life is just a bowl of cherriesThis expression means that life is pleasant and uncomplicated. (This phrase is often used ironically to mean the opposite.) Now that he's retired, my grandfather says 'life is just a bowl of cherries'.IQW'k%life of rileyA person who lives the life of Riley has a comfortable and enjoyable life, without having to make much effort. He married a millionaire, and since then he's been living the life of Riley!I*V1risk life and limbIf you risk life and limb, you are in danger of death or serious injury. The roads are icy today;  you'll risk life and limb if you go by car.I +RbCVnE#{WCount amongInclude someone or something in aS]+?Qmake light workIf a person makes light work of something, they do it very easily or with little effort. After the party, the boys made light work of the cleaning up.  The house was spotless in no time.Il\9sAlight at end of tunnelIf you see light at the end of the tunnel, you see signs of hope for the future after a long period of difficulty. Sales dropped heavily last year but we're beginning to see light at the end of the tunnel.IU[/U;light bulb momentA light bulb moment is when you have a sudden moment of inspiration, comprehension or realization. Harry had a light-bulb moment when he finally realized what was blocking the mechanism.IQZ3U/(not) lift a fingerSomeone who does not lift a finger makes no effort to help or provide assistance when it is needed. Many people saw the boy falling off his bike but not one of them lifted a finger.I '*YRe=Ra!=[shed lightIf you shed light on something, you help to explain it or make it easier to understand; It was hoped that the testimony of the witnesses would shed light on the circumstances of the accident.IM`1esee in a new lightIf you see something in a new light, you view it in a way that makes you change the opinion you had before. After listening to my colleague, I began to see things in a new light.Iy_?= lights on but no one homeThis is a humorous way of referring to someone who is lacking intelligence or sanity, or to someone who is simply preoccupied and not paying attention. Forget about Andy today - the lights are on but no one is home!IU^/i'light years aheadIf someone or something is light years ahead, they are far more advanced in terms of development or progress. We've got to invest more in research - our competitors are light years ahead!I L6z,74#a!Contract inBecome involved or committed to something.Since it started, many companies have CONTRACTED IN\e#bottom lineIf you use the term bottom line in an explanation or discussion , you refer to the most essential point or the conclusion reached. The bottom line is that part of the manufacturing will be outsourced.I(d%-likely storyThis expression is used to say that you do not believe what has just been said. He said he'd found the money on the street - that's a likely story!Ic3])like it or lump it!If you tell someone to like it or lump it,  you mean that they will have to accept something even if they don't like it, because the situation is not going to change. We're spending a week this summer with your grandparents - like it or lump it!I0b-; out like a lightIf a person is out like a light, they are so tired that they fall asleep very quickly. As soon as his head touched the pillow, he was out like a light.I p.zpLri#s lip serviceIf you pay lip service to an idea or cause, you give verbal support or approval, but fail to actually do anything. In spite of promising equal pay for women, the management is suspected of paying lip service to the promotion of women's rightsI0h%3lion's shareThe lion's share of something is the largest portion, or the best part. He left very little money to his children; the lion's share was donated to charity.Ihg1 'read between linesTo read between the lines means to understand the real meaning of what is written or said, without need for any further detail. Reading between the lines, I'd say that the situation is worse than expected.Ibf=EWline of least resistanceIf you opt for the line of least resistance, you choose the easiest way of doing something. To make sure the children would stay inside, he chose the line of least resistance and rented a film.I =$~$!5=Come roundChange your opinion.At first she didn't like the idea, but she CAME ROUND to our way of thinm/E=lipstick on a pigThis expression means that trying to 'dress up' something unappealing or ugly, in a vain attempt to make it look better, is like putting lipstick on a pig. Flowers will not improve that ugly bridge; every one agrees that it's lipstick on a pig.Il7?+smack/lick one's lipsTo say that a person is smacking or licking their lips means that they are showing that they are excited about something and are eager for it to happen. They were smacking their lips at the idea of the money they were going to make.Ik+%qlips are sealedIf you say that your lips are sealed, you  promise not to reveal a secret. I promise I won't tell anyone. My lips are sealed.I?j+m}stiff upper lipIf a person keeps a stiff upper lip, they contain their emotion and do not let other people see their feelings. When she heard the bad news, she kept a stiff upper lip.I ng-Wmwalk a tightropeIf a person is walking a tightrope, they are in a difficult situation where they must act carefully. The management is walking a tightrope in their efforts both to keep the costs down and satisf3whys and whereforesTo talk about the whys and wherefores means to discuss the reasons. We need to discuss the whys and wherefores of our failure.I eMkswhy keep a dog and bark yourselfThis expression means that if someone or something can do a task for you, there's no reason to do it yourself. My grandmother has an electric mixer but she continues to make her cakes by hand. Why keep a dog and bark yourself?I]de{owhy buy a cow when you can get milk for freeThis refers to not paying for something that you can obtain for free. (Sometimes refers to a decision not to marry when you can have the benefits of marriage without any commitment.) Rent is high so Bobby is still living with his parents.  He says : why buy a cow when you can get milk for free?I MAM!/bAKihigh man on the totem polethe mosL?Ychink in someone's armourIf someone has a chink in their armour, they have a weakness that other people can take advantage of. The candidate's opponents are busy looking for chinks in his armour.I -Chinese whispersThis expression refers to a process by which a message or piece of information (especially gossip, rumours or scandalous news) is passed on from one person to another, and changes along the way, so that the final version is often very different from the original.-IW1[7Chinese arithmeticIf something is very complicated or difficult to understand, it is said to be like Chinese arithmetic. When he tried to explain the rules of the game to me, it was like Chinese arithmetic!I`Wachime inIf you chime in, you interrupt or join a conversation, especially to repeat or agree with something. As I explained to the bus driver what had happened, the other passengers chimed in and gave their version.I  ;an7Come outWhen the sun appears.I"q7=glive high off the hogSomeone who lives high off the hog has a lot of money and a very comfortable lifestyle. Now he's wealthy and living high off the hog.IVp;wlive from hand to mouthIf you live from hand to mouth, you don't have any money to save because whatever you earn is spent on food and other essentials. Most families in that area live from  hand to mouth.INo/?Clive beyond meansIf someone lives beyond their means, they spend more money than they earn or can afford. The cost of living was so much higher in New York that he was soon living beyond his means.Ion!Mlive a lieIf you spend your life hiding something important about yourself, or inventing something which is not true, you live a lie. To  hide his humble origins, he told his wife he had no family and spent his life living a lie.I 1[PqZ)Come onEncouragemKu7C1live on the breadlinePeople who live on the breadline have a very low income or barely enough money to survive. Due to the recent crisis, there are more people on the breadline than ever before.IRt7['live on borrowed timeThis expression refers to a period of time after an illness or accident which could have caused death. After heart surgery, many patients feel that they're living on borrowed time.IBs)-Clive in cloverSomeone who lives in clover has enough money to lead a very comfortable  life. I dream of making an enormous amount of money and living in clover for the rest of my life!Ir9Slive in an ivory towerA person who lives in an ivory tower has a lifestyle that preserves them from the problems and difficulties experienced by others. You're completely out of touch - it's time to come out of your ivory tower and see what's going on!I IUw^"h[i ]sCome inPlace or ranking in a competiky?live to fight another dayThis expression means that even though you have had a negative experience, you will have another chance in the future to try again. He was defeated in the final match but he lived to fight another day.IZx9k%live the life of rileyA person who lives the life of Riley has a comfortable and enjoyable life, without having to make much effort. He married a millionaire, and since then he's been living the life of Riley!Ipw5!live out of suitcaseSomeone who lives of a suitcase travels a lot, moving from place to place, and is therefore restricted to the contents of their suitcase. Sarah's job involves so much travelling that she lives out of a suitcase.I3v--!live on the edgeIf you live on the edge, your lifestyle involves dangerous or risky activities. Extreme sportsmen or gamblers are examples of people who live on the edge.I 1av1I IP~?S#load/weight off your mindIf something takes a load off your mind, it brings great relief because a problem has been solved. When the company closed down, finding a new job took a load off Tom's mind.I<})='lo and behold!This term is used to express surprise, especially at a sudden or unexpected appearance. I was watering the flowers when, lo and behold, there was the watch I'd lost!I-|1live wireSomeone who is highly vivacious, energetic and full of enthusiasm is a live wire. Things have brightened up since Charlie arrived.  He's a real live wire!Ig{7Kalive up to reputationIf someone or something lives up to its reputation,  it is as good, or as bad, as people say. The guesthouse lived up to its reputation; the owners were as friendly and hospitable as we had been told.Iz7live to tell the taleSomeone who lives to tell the tale survives a terrible experience. Only two members of the expedition lived to tell the tale.I O85U}by a long chalk/shotThis expression means 'not at all' and is used to emphasize a statement, especially a negative one. The matter hasn't been settled yet, not by a long chalk!IW)KOat loggerheadsIf you are at loggerheads with a person or organisation, you disagree very strongly with them. The management and the trade unions are at loggerheads over the decision to close down the plant.I"9c?lock, stock and barrelLock, stock and barrel means 'everything'. Maggie found the apartment empty.   Dave had taken everything - lock, stock and barrel!I>!+Elock hornsIf you lock horns with somebody, you argue or fight with them about something. If there is another incident like that in the building, the occupants will be locking horns!Ik!7loan sharkA loan shark is a person who lends money at extremely high interest rates to people who are unable to obtain a loan from the bank. The young immigrant was beaten because he was late paying back money to a loan shark.I Y@Y]c%1o;clean as a whistleSomething as clean as a whistle is extremely clean. This can also mean that a person's criminal record is clean. Bob spent the afternoon washing and shining his car until it was as clean as a whistle.I?$#sclean slateA clean slate is a record of your work or actions that does not show past mistakes and allows you to make a fresh start. He was able to rebuild his life with a clean slate.IX#5{clean bill of healthIf a person has a clean bill of health, they have a report or certificate declaring that their health is satisfactory. All candidates for the position must produce a clean bill of health.I"3?]claw one's way backIn a situation which has deteriorated, if you claw your way back, you gradually regain your former position through determination, energy and hard work. After a serious accident, the Olympic champion clawed his way back to the top, to the admiration of all.I !` !w{3%3look on bright sideIf you look on the bright side, you view a mostly unpleasant situation in a positive and optimistic way and the see the favourable aspects. OK. You know nobody. But look on the bright side - you'll make lots of new friends!ID5{olook before you leapThis is something you say when advising someone to think carefully about the possible problems before doing something. Don't decide too quickly.  Look before you leap!I;+Icome a long wayWhen someone has come a long way, they have made a lot of progress or have become successful. Tony has come a long way since he opened his first little restaurant.I5+G long row to hoeA difficult task, assignment or undertaking that will take a long time is a long row to hoe. Getting through medical school is going to be a long row to hoe.I/ long in the toothA person who is long in the tooth is a bit too old to do something. She's a bit long in the tooth for a cabaret dancer, isn't she?I 2Zx~Mu+ohedge your betsIf you hedge your bets, you choose two or more courses of action  in order to reduce the risk of loss or error. The company hedged its bets by developing a second line of products.IFt!}heavy handDealing with or treating people with a heavy hand means acting with discipline and severity, with little or no sensitivity. He ran the juvenile delinquent centre with a heavy hand.Is%%heavens openWhen the heavens open, it suddenly starts to rain heavily. As soon as the race started, the heavens opened and the runners were soaked.ITr+sturn on/up heatIf you turn on/up the heat on a person or organisation, you put pressure on them in order to obtain what you want. If the goods are not delivered this week, we'll have to turn on the heat.IJq!heat is onTo say that the heat is on means that you are under a lot of pressure to get something done, usually within a time limit. The project must be ready for next Friday, so the heat is on.I ]1v%sCg#_Clos- A #look the picture of healthTo look the picture of health means to look extremely healthy. Nice to see you again Mr. Brown. I must say you look the picture of health.I -wulook the pictureIf someone looks the picture, they look very pretty. The little girl looked the picture in her new dress.IV 'GSlook the partIf you look the part, your appearance makes you ideally suited for a particular job or role. It was a mistake to choose a pretty young girl to play the witch.  She didn't look the part at allIJ 5[look down one's noseIf someone looks down their nose at a person or thing, they consider that person or thing as inferior. Intellectuals often look down their noses at amusement parks and such.I %look daggersSomeone who looks daggers at another looks at them very angrily. David looked daggers at Paul when he invited his new girlfriend to dance.I wNG\^W]Cling toTry to maintain beliefs, hopes, etc..They CLING TO their old way of thinking.PT]#9eCling on toTry t%=5loose cannonSomeone who is referred to as a loose cannon cannot be completely trusted because of unpredictable and irresponsible behaviour which can cause trouble. Keep an eye on Jamie. He tends to turn into a loose cannon when he has a few drinks.It/5look out for n°1If you take care of yourself first, and look after your own interests rather than those of other people, you look out for number one. Andy's father told him that looking out for number one should be his first priority.I7;)(by the) look of thingsThis expression is used to express an opinion based on what you actually see. I glanced into the kitchen and by the look of things dinner will be late!I%/Mlook a sightIf a person looks a sight, their appearance is awful, unsuitable or very untidy. She looks a sight in that dress!I DY'#aU- Clear outLeave somewhere.I told them to CLEAR OUT because they were making so much noise.PTq?Clear outTi8+silose your shirtIf you lose your shirt, you lose all your money or possessions, especially as a result of speculation or gambling. He lost his shirt when the bank want bankrupt.Ig'#lose the plotIf a situation becomes so confusing that you are unable to understand what is happening or what you are supposed to do, you lose the plot. His instructions were so long and confusing that I just lost the plot!IN1close one's marblesIf someone loses their marbles, they become mentally confused, or no longer behave sensibly or rationally. The old man is acting very strangely. He seems to have lost his marbles.IfoSloose endA person who is at a loose end has some spare time, and feels quite bored by having nothing in particular to do. When the meeting was cancelled at the last minute, Julie unexpectedly found herself at a loose end.I #d-_ULKYClean offRemove dirt or something dirty.After dinner, I CLEANED OFF the table.PsKQ Cla1%lose track of timeWhen you give all your attention to something and become so engrossed in it that you don't realize what time it is, you lose track of time. Whenever I start surfing on the web, I lose track of time.I8+5%lose your touchIf you lose your touch, you no longer have the ability to do something skillfully. My mother used to make great cup cakes but she seems to have lost her touch.I;+-3lose the threadIf you lose the thread of a conversation or story, you are unable to follow it. There were so many interruptions during the film that I completely lost the thread.IY- (not) lose sleepWhen something happens that in your opinion is not a cause for worry, you can say that you will not lose (any) sleep over it. I've mislaid the book but I'm not going to lose any sleep over it.I 4agQB:7GChoose upForm groups or teams.We CHOSE UP to play the game.Pu9ymChoke upGrip a handle farther{!/Q low-hanging fruitTo refer to something as a low-hanging fruit means that it is a target that can be easily reached, or a goal that can  be accomplished with a minimum of effort. Teenagers are low-hanging fruit for fashionable mobile devices.I" %+ at a low ebbA person or organisation at a low ebb is not as strong or successful as usual. The recent political crisis has left the country at a low ebb.IO7onot for love or moneyIf you say that you cannot or will not do something for love or money, you mean that you will not do it under any circumstances. I would not try bungee jumping for love or money!IH%w no love lostTo say that there is no love lost between two people or organisations means that they do not like each other at all. There is no love lost between the Conservatives and Democrats.I @ @M{,l[%3lump in your throatIf you have a lump in your throat, you have a tight feeling in your throat because of a strong emotion such as sadness or gratitude. The speech was so touching that I had a lump in my throat.Ii$7eKlull before the stormA period of unnatural calm before a difficult time or violent activity is called the lull before the storm. The sales start on January 1st. The quiet period before that is just the lull before the storm.Im#-)luck of the drawTo refer to something that happens as the luck of the draw means that it is the result of pure chance, with no possibility of choice. The samples distributed varied in size and value; it was the luck of the draw.I"A{Wlower than a snake's bellyTo say that someone is lower than a snake's belly means that they are bad, dishonest or have very low moral standards. Anyone who is capable of taking advantage of young vulnerable children is lower than a snake's belly.I >~'D_'!KkCheck overCheck something very carefully.We CHECKE$*1make a beeline forIf you make a beeline for something, you hurry directly towards it. They were so hot and thirsty they made a beeline for the cool drinks.I:);3make an ass of yourselfIf you behave so stupidly that you appear ridiculous, you make an ass of yourself. Tom made an ass of himself by singing a love song outside Laura's door!I('#wmade of moneyA person who is made of money is very rich and can buy whatever they want. Hey! I can't afford that much. I'm not made of money!I<'+9)mad as a hatterTo say that someone is as mad as a hatter means that they are very strange or insane. The old lady next door is as mad as a hatter.  She says the strangest things!I>&;-)(at) top of one's lungsIf you shout at the top of your lungs, you shout as loudly as you possibly can. The place was so noisy that I had to shout at the top of my lungs to be heard.I uwg%g[Cheat out ofGet money from someone under false pretences.I hate him- he CHEATED me OUT OF.3ymake blood run coldIf something makes your blood run cold, it shocks or scares you a lot. The look in the prisoner's eye made my blood run cold!I-+ imake blood boilIf something makes your blood boil, it makes you really angry. His condescending attitude made my blood boil!I,;3Qmake the best of thingsIf you make the best of things, you react in a positive way to an unsatisfactory situation that you cannot change and do the best you can with it. The apartment was badly located, but the rent was low, so they decided to make the best of things.If+3cKmake a big thing ofIf you attach a lot of importance to something, or make it a special occasion, you make a big thing of it. It's Jack's birthday but he doesn't want to make a big thing of it, so please don't mention it.I I`. ]?ghave the hots for someoneTo be strongly sexually attracted to someone.He has the hots for I!uchill windIf you face or feel the chill wind of something, you are beginning to encounter the problems or trouble it causes. Many building companies are facing the chill wind of the recession.Ie5 chill outWhen people chill out, often after a period of heavy work or nervous tension, they do something that helps them to calm down and relax for a while. After a week of exams, the students needed to go and chill out.I/%A child's playIf something is referred to as child's play, it is considered to be simple or easy to do. Using this new computer is child's play compared to the old one.IS 5too many chiefs, not enough IndiansThis expression refers to a situation where there are too many people giving instructions and not enough people doing the work. The business wasn't successful.  There were too many chiefs and not enough indians.I /u OK3%wmake the cutIf you make the cut, you reach a required standard or succeed in passing from one round of a competition to another. After intensive training, Sarah made the cut and joined the team.IB2+E)make a comebackWhen someone makes a comeback, they succeed in returning to their former successful career. After devoting several years to her children, she made a comeback on Broadway.I@1+Omake cold callsIf you make cold calls, you telephone potential customers from a list of people you do now know. In my first job I had to make cold calls using the telephone directory.I60'ugmake or breakCircumstances or events that will make or break someone or something will cause either total success or total ruin. The assignment will make or break his career.IM/GSmake no bones about somethingIf you make no bones about something, you don't hesitate to say something in a frank and open way. I made no bones about it.   I told him his offer was unacceptable.I u#l u2xC)Cave inStop resisting or refusing.The government has refu8/umake hackles riseIf someone or something makes your hackles rise, they make you angry. Her constant criticism really makes my hackles rise!I079+make hair stand on endIf you are absolutely terrified of something, it makes your hair stand on end. Just the thought of getting on a plane makes my hair stand on end.I(6%?make a go ofWhen you make a go of something, you succeed in your enterprise or produce good results. He opened a restaurant and worked hard to make a go of it.I357[kmake flesh/skin crawlSomething that makes your flesh (or skin) crawl fills you with disgust or makes you feel very nervous. Just talking about snakes makes my flesh crawl!IY41{make exhibition ofWhen someone behaves in such a foolish way in public that they look ridiculous, they make an exhibition of themselves. Get down off the table Fred!  You're making an exhibition of yourself!I CD} CE=1?/make light work ofIf a person makes light work of something, they do it very easily or with little effort. The boys made light work of the cleaning up.  The house was spotless in no time.IM<'CEmake light ofIf you make light of something, you behave as though it is less serious than it really is. He won several awards for his work but he made light  of it when the subject was mentioned.I;)MYmake a killingIf you say that someone has made a killing you mean that they have had great financial success. He made a killing on the stock market.IC:%{}make inroadsIf someone or something makes inroads, for example in a new field or area, they advance successfully or make progress. Foreign cars have made inroads into the European market.I89%!?make headwayIf you make headway, you make progress in what you are trying to achieve. Investigators have made little headway in their search for the causes of the catastrophe.I XAXO B- make mouth waterFood can make your mouth water when it looks and smells extremely good. That delicious smell from the kitchen is making my mouth water.IfAOmake a mountain out of a molehillIf someone makes a mountain out of a molehill, they make a small, unimportant problem seem much more serious than it is. Stop making mountains out of molehills!  It's not a major problem.IB@5i}make a monkey out ofIf you humiliate someone by making them appear ridiculous or foolish, you make a monkey (out) of that person. That's enough teasing.  Don't make a monkey out of him.I?#make a mintIf someone makes a mint, they make a large amount of money. They made a mint selling hamburgers outside the football stadium.I;>/Q make mincemeat ofIf you make mincemeat of someone or something, you completely and utterly defeat or destroy them. A good lawyer would make mincemeat of your rival's accusations.I <6< +hv5Cast ofGG3c make a pig's ear ofIf you make a  pig's ear of something, you do a task or a chore very badly or make a complete mess of it. Gary offered to paint the kitchen but he made a pig's ear of it.IF'qmake a pig ofIf you make a pig of yourself, you eat and drink too much. Watch what you eat - don't make a pig of yourself!IEUk[(can't) make an omelette without ...This expression means that it is impossible to make important changes without causing some unpleasant effects. Some people will lose their jobs after the merger but you can't make an omelette without breaking eggs.ID+make nothing ofIf you make nothing of something, you attach no importance to it. I took him an hour to walk to the station but he made nothing of it.IFC3]make no bones aboutIf you make no bones about something, you don't hesitate to say what you think in a frank and open way. I made no bones about it.  I told him his offer was unacceptable.I _4M_C?nwCash inConvert shares0L)uYmake it snappyIf someone tells you to make it snappy, they are asking you very sharply to hurry up  or be quick about something. Fetch me a bandage and make it snappy!I,K1%make short work ofIf you make short work of something, you do it or finish it quickly. The players were hungry after the match so they made short work of the food.IJ'amake sense ofIf you make sense of something, you understand it or find the meaning. I couldn't make sense of the instructions.IcI/ !make right noisesIf you make the right noises, you behave as if you support or agree with something by making suitable or conventional remarks. Sam seemed to approve of the idea; he certainly made all the right noises.IHH+amake a point ofIf you make a point of doing something, you make an effort to do what you think is the right thing to do. The singer made a point of thanking the musicians and the technicians.I 0Zh(P-3make your way toIf you make your way to a destination, you manage to get there without difficulty. Don't worry. I'll make my way to your home from the station.IkO7oEmake up for lost timeIf you make up for lost time, you increase your efforts or work harder to complete something or meet a deadline. Progress has stopped because of bad weather, but we are determined to make up for lost time.IlN7#make a song and danceIf someone complains in an annoying way or becomes unnecessarily excited about something unimportant, they make a song and dance about it. OK, you don't like carrots.  Don't make a song and dance about it!ImM;W]make someone see reasonIf you make someone see reason, you persuade them to stop acting foolishly and behave more sensibly. He wanted to drop out of medical school in his fourth year but his uncle managed to make him see reason.I 7=75U+yfor that matterThis term is used to add something that is also true. She refuses to fly, and she won't travel by train either for that matter.IT)k)matter of timeIf you say that it is only or just a matter of time before (or until) something happens, it is certain to happen or will inevitably take place, although you do not know when. Restrictive measures will have to be introduced.  It's just a matter of time.IDS5Qfind/meet your matchIf you find or meet your match, you encounter someone who is equal to you in skills or abilities. Barry is an excellent tennis player, but he met his match in William.IR%{off the markIf something is off the mark, it is incorrect or inaccurate. His estimation of the cost was completely off the mark.I?Q5Emake yourself scarceIf you make yourself scarce, you leave a place in order to avoid an embarrassing situation. When Mark and Laura started to argue, I decided to make myself scarce.I %?`SGV!mCall roundVisit.I CALLED ROUND on my way home but no one was in.PY+kmeet your makerThis expression is used to say (often humorously) that someone has died. Poor old Mr. Potter has gone to meet his maker.I[X%u1meet halfwayIf you meet someone half way, you accept to make a compromise and give them part of what they are trying to obtain. We can't agree to all your conditions but we could perhaps agree to meet half-way.IbWCtaste of one's own medicineIf you give someone a taste of their own medicine, you treat them in the same unpleasant way that they have treated you. People who always late should be given a taste of their own medicine.IWV'mean businessIf someone means business, they are serious about what they announce. The boss says that in future any missing material will be reported to the police, and he looks as though he means business.I  :iiN+Call inStop and visit.I CALLED IN on Jenny on my way home becaus1]7Iyif memory serves wellIf your memory serves you well, you remember correctly or you have not forgotten any details. You're Stella's daughter, if my memory serves me well.IM\?Qmemory/brain like a sieveSomeone who has a memory (or brain) like a sieve has a very bad memory and forgets things easily. Oh, I forgot to buy the bread - I've got a brain like a sieve these days!IK[3kmegaphone diplomacyIf the media, through press releases, interviews and announcements, is instrumental in facilitating dialogue between two or more countries, this is called megaphone diplomacy.-IsZ)%-meet-and-greetThis term refers to a reception (often informal) where a public figure or important person can introduce themselves and talk to the guests. The new mayor is going to schedule a meet-and-greet reception for the residents.I  nPZRF3kCall backReturn a phonecall.I must CALL her BACK when we get to the office.P:E#QCall aroundVisit.I CALLED AROUND but sheJa/U%middle of nowhereIf a place is in the middle of nowhere, it is in a remote area, far from towns, villages or houses. The campsite was in the middle of nowhere so I couldn't send you a postcard.I<`///method in madnessThis expression means that someone's behaviour is not as irrational as it seems. He's efficient despite his strange way of working; there's method in his madness!I_# on the mendSomeone who is on the mend is getting better after an illness. My grandmother hasn't been very well lately but she's on the mend now.Iq^7iWtrip down memory laneIf you take a trip (stroll or walk) down memory lane, you remember pleasant things that happened in the past. Every Christmas is a trip down memory for the family when our parents take out the photograph albums.I 6k6N %?Mchew the fatIf you chew the fat with somebody, you chat in an informal way about unimportant things. It's amazing the amount of time my grandparents can spend chewing the fat with their neighbours.IN% old chestnutA story, joke or an idea that has been repeated so often that it has lost its novelty is referred to as an 'old chestnut'. The story about his boat capsizing has become an old chestnut!I\_-Aget a second bite/two bites at the cherryThis expression means that you get a second opportunity to do or try something. He was eliminated in the semi-finals, but he'll get a second bite at the cherry next year.I-#7cherry pickWhen you cherry pick, you choose something with great care and select only the best. Top university graduates are often cherry-picked by large companies.I#/gcheesed offIf someone is cheesed off with something, they are annoyed, bored or frustrated. Jenny is absolutely cheesed off with her job.I [u[[!6/A broken friendship may b|_/Kdog in the mangerA person referred to as a dog in the manger is someone who stops others from enjoying something he/she cannot use or doesn't want. She hates the guitar so she won't allow her son to learn to play it - a real dog in the manger!I^/]dog and pony showA dog and pony show is a marketing event or presentation which has plenty of style but not much content.-IY]#!dog-eat-dogThis expression refers to intense competition and rivalry in pursuit of one's own interests, with no concern for morality. The business world is tough today. There's a general dog-eat-dog attitude.I3\)-%dodge a bulletIf you dodge a bullet, you narrowly avoid a very serious problem or a disaster. I dodged a bullet when I missed the plane.  It crashed just after take-off.I[ya doddleIf a task or activity is a doddle, it is very easy to do or perform. "How did it go?"  "No problem, it was a doddle."-I  Za8< cBuy inForce a CD or record into the charts by buying lots of copies.Joe Meek's last hit, 'Singin' the Blues', was probably BOUGHT INQe)might is rightThis saying expresses the belief that being the most powerful person or country gives you the right to do whatever you want. There are many leaders today who believe that might is right.ITd7U1burn the midnight oilA person who burns the midnight oil stays up very late at night in order to finish a piece of work. Tony is working hard for his exams.  He's been burning the midnight oil all week.I,c;smack dab in the middleIf something is smack dab in the middle, it is right in the centre. I couldn't hide the stain on my shirt.  It was smack dab in the middle.Irb= /middle of the road (MOR)This term refers to anything moderate, unadventurous or inoffensive that avoids extremes and appeals to the majority of people. He's a successful middle-of-the-road entertainer. My mother wouldn't miss a show!I 4Q A_45Burn upDrive at high speed.The bank robbers BURNED UP the roads but were soon captured.PX3CkBurn upD]i7millstone around neckSomething described as a millstone around your neck refers to a problem or responsibility that becomes a burden and a source of worry. The money he borrowed became a millstone around his neck.I8hM'look/feel like a million dollarsIf you look or feel like a million dollars, you look or feel extremely good. With a tan and a new hairstyle, she looked like a million dollars.I_g;u#go/put through the millIf you go (or are put) through the mill, you experience a very difficult period, or are exposed to rough treatment. When I was an intern, I was put through the mill.  Nothing went unnoticed.IHf9c milk of human kindnessSomeone who has, or is full of, the milk of human kindness, is naturally kind and compassionate to others. She's a wonderful person - full of the milk of human kindness.I 4 45S HV+7oBundle upPut on warm clothing.We BUNDLED UP before going out as it was snowing.Pe*!'Bundle outExpel.The barman BUNDLED the drunk OUT because he was annoying the other customers.PG)!;KBundle offSend someone somewhere.HTl- mind of your ownIf you have a mind of your own, you are capable of forming an opinion and making decisions without being influenced by others. The boy doesn't need any advice; he's got a mind of his own.I~k-cmind over matterThe mental power to influence one's body and overcome physical difficulties is said to be a question of mind over matter. He know he could not be cured, but he managed to live until the baby was born - a case of mind over matter.Inj/#(not) mince wordsSomeone who does not mince their words expresses their opinions, ideas or thoughts very clearly, even if they offend others by doing so. Come on John!  Tell us what you really think - and don't mince your words.I7777777777777777777777778777777777777777787777777777777778777777777777777777777777s7777777777788As TT4Dp3Sin one's mind's eyeIf you can visualize something, or see an image of it in your mind, you see it in your mind's eye. I can see the village in my mind's eye but I can't remember the name.I^o3mind your Ps and QsIf you tell someone to mind their Ps and Qs, you are advising them to be careful about how they behave and what they say. Politeness is very important to my grandparents, so mind your Ps and Qs.IYn=IAmind/watch your languageThis is said to warn someone to be careful what they say so as not to upset or offend anyone. Your grandfather doesn't tolerate rudeness, so mind your language when we go to visit him!I!mM{mind your own business!  (rude)Telling someone to mind their own business is a (rude) way of saying that they are too interested in what others are doing, or that they are interfering in something that does not concern them. Don't tell me what to do - just mind your own business!I [q^N^u);mmiss the pointIf you miss the point you fail to understand the essential part of what has been said. Sam missed the point.  It's not the job that's the problem, it's the amount of work it involves for one person.IAt)Ymint conditionSomething that is in mint condition is in such perfect condition that it looks new or as good as new. The car is 10 years old but according to Tom it's in mint condition.I)s)5 one-track mindIf you have a one-track mind, you have a tendency to think about only one subject. The boy has a one-track mind; all he thinks about is football!Ifr3iE(not) in right mindTo say that someone is not in their right mind means that they are not behaving in a logical or sensible way. Emily wasn't in her right mind the day she bought that outfit.  It doesn't suit her at all!I!q%1in two mindsIf you are in two minds about something, you have difficulty deciding what to do. I'm in two minds about whether or not to accept the offer.I ^ 0q^0*fSuBring upBe officially charged with a crime.y)smixed feelingsWhen you have mixed feelings about something, you react to it with conflicting emotions; you are happy and unhappy at the same time. I had mixed feelings about leaving the company. I was excited about my new job but sad to be leaving my colleagues.I;x)%=mixed blessingSomething pleasant which also has disadvantages is called a mixed blessing. He inherited as 18th century mansion but the maintenance costs make it a mixed blessing.IlwAEgmix business with pleasureWhen people mix business with pleasure, they combine work and leisure or social activities. Seminars or training sessions that include leisure activities are a good way of mixing business and pleasure.I\v1g5(not) miss a trickIf a person never misses a trick, they are very alert and aware of everything that is happening around them. The old lady next door will know if Bill is there or not - she never misses a trick!I  djb.~1=money for old ropeMoney earned from a task that requires very little effort is called money for old rope. Getting paid for watering the garden is money for old rope!I}'money for jamA very easy way of earning money is called money for jam. All you've got to do is hand out brochures.  It's money for jam!I7|'Kmoney to burnPeople who have money to burn have so much money that they can spend it on anything they want. A leather jacket is no problem for Sarah. She's got money to burn!Ih{Ou!money burns a hole in your pocketTo say that money burns a hole in somebody's pocket means that they are eager to spend it quickly or extravagantly. As soon as she's paid she goes shopping. Money burns a hole in her pocket!Iqz+1moment of truthA critical or decisive time when you face the reality of a situation, and find out if your efforts have succeeded, is called the moment of truth. The moment of truth has arrived - I'm going to serve my first soufflé!I D6RfD:^|!=%oput money where mouth isIf you put your money where your mouth is, not only do you express your interest, you give financial support to causes that you believe in. If people are really interested in helping the underprivileged, they should put their money where their mouth is.Ih7kCmore money than senseIf you have more money than sense, you have a lot of money which you waste by spending it in a foolish manner. He celebrated the birth of the baby by buying a sports car. He's got more money than sense!I`-money launderingWhen people launder money, they manage to conceal the source of illegally-obtained money so that it is believed to be legitimate. Certain countries have been accused of facilitating money laundering.IFCCmoney doesn't grow on treesTo say that money doesn't grow on trees means that it is not plentiful or easily obtained. Watch how you spend your money Alex. It doesn't grow on trees you know!I Cj^C<nt#coBrighten upMake something morO)ythrow money atIf you throw money at something, you try to solve a problem by spending money on it, without using any other methods. The refugee problem cannot be solved just by throwing money at it.I#% money talksMoney talks means that people with a lot of money have power and influence. The owner is a millionaire and he's influential - money talks!I"'-money spinnerIf an activity is a money spinner, it is a very successful way of making money. Washing cars was quite a money spinner when I was a student.IGQ see colour of someone's moneyIf you want to see the colour of somebody's money, you want to be sure that the person in question has enough money to pay you before you accept to do something. I want to see the colour of his money before shipping the goods.I/ rake in the moneyIf you rake in the money, you make money in large quantities. Bob's business is so successful, he's raking in the money.I Fw.ij9Break upFinish a relationship.They had been going out for a couple of years before they BROKE UP.P~iqBrea -)umonth of SundaysThis expression is an amusing way of referring to a very long period of time. I haven't been to the theatre in a month of Sundays.IH +A9monkey businessAn activity which is organised in a deceitful or dishonest way is called monkey business. The results announced seem suspicious - I think there's some monkey business going on.IS 1?Kyour money's worthIf you get your money's worth, you receive good value for the amount of money you spend. We bought a travel pass to use the public transport system and we really got our money's worth.IActhrow good money after badSomeone who spends additional money on something that was already considered a bad investment is said to throw good money after bad. Buying a second-hand computer and then spending money to have it repaired is throwing good money after bad!I _"=_qZ{-OMchance one's armIf you chance your arm, you decide to do something even though there is little hope of success. Tony knew there was little hope of getting into Harvard but he decided to chance his arm anyway.Iaz' #take a chanceIf you take a chance on something, you take action in the hope of success even though you know that the result may be negative. I may not be able to get through the traffic, but I'll take a chance on it.IayMO;champagne taste on a beer budgetSomeone who likes expensive things that they cannot afford has champagne taste on a beer budget. Eve borrows money to buy expensive designer clothes - champagne taste on a beer budget!Iux-}Uchamp at the bitSomeone who is champing at the bit is ready and eager to start an activity, and is showing impatience at being delayed. The press conference was delayed for such a long time that the journalists were champing at the bit.I {\#{YauBreak inCarefully use new products until they are fully functional..I must watch my $!moot pointA subject which gives rise to argument or debate is called a moot point. Whether Bach composed it himself or not is a moot point among musicians.I2)[wmoonlight flitSomeone who does a moonlight flit leaves a place quickly and in secret, usually to avoid paying debts. Just before the rent was due he did a moonlight flit.IK1]reach for the moonIf you reach for the moon, you are very ambitious and try to achieve something even it it is difficult. Jenny is talented and ambitious; she always tends to reach for the moon.I0 3!!once in a blue moonSomething that happens once in a blue moon happens rarely or hardly ever. She doesn't contact us very often.  We hear from her once in a blue moon!I 'over the moonIf you are over the moon about something, you are very happy about it. When she heard the results of the exam, Caroline was over the moon!I JATJo!gWqYBrace upFeel more confident or o;Imore than meets the eyeWhen something is more complicated, difficult or interesting than it appears, it is said that there is more (to it) than meets the eye. He said that he had simply sold his shares, but I think there's more to it than meets the eye.Ii5-more heat than lightIf a discussion or debate generates more heat than light, it causes anger or intense reaction but doesn't clarify anything. The meeting that was held to discuss the problem generated more heat than light!I@OWqmore fun than a barrel of monkeysIf something is very amusing or enjoyable, you can say that it is more fun than a barrel of monkeys. The TV quiz was more fun than a barrel of monkeys!IwOQcmore by accident than (by) designSomething which happens more by accident than (by) design is  done without deliberate intention. I became an interpreter more by accident than design; nobody else could speak the language of the refugees.I 8gGe#butter wouldn't melt in mouthIf you say that someone looks as if butter wouldn't melt in their mouth, you mean that they look completely innocent, but that they are capable of doing unpleasant things. The boy who stole the purse looked as if butter wouldn't melt in his mouth.Ia?AWall mouth and no trousersThis is said of someone who talks a lot about doing something but never actually does it. He keeps saying he's going to resign and travel around the world, but he's all mouth and no trousers.I6%-/mouse potatoThis term refers to a person who spends a lot of time in front of the computer. My son and his friends are all mouse potatoes - constantly glued to the computer!I%3gEmore power to elbowThis is said to express praise or encouragement to someone for doing something. "I've left my job and I'm going to work free-lance from now on." "Well, more power to  you!""I've left my job and I'm going to work free-lance from now on." Well, more power to  you!"I Wn QfC?Book outLeave a place in a hurry.I don't like the look of the people arriving- let's BOOK OUT.PQB5gBook intoCheck in at a^5}move in same circlesWhen people move in the same circles, they socialize with others who have a similar background, interests or lifestyle. I've never met the Duchess personally. We don't move in the same circles!Ia7 move heaven and earthTo say that you will move heaven and earth means that you are prepared to do everything that is possible to achieve something. I promise I will move heaven and earth to get a work permit for you.Ie1Kcmove the goalpostsDuring a course of action, if someone moves the goalposts they change the rules or conditions. Our objectives have been set for next year. Let's hope the boss doesn't move the goalposts halfway through.I%)'say a mouthfulIf you make an important or lengthy remark, you say a mouthful. The customer said a mouthful when he gave the reason for his dissatisfaction.I iA}DiHL9uBoil overWhen peopW!W93as much use as a handbrake on a canoeThis expression refers to something which is completely useless or serves no purpose. With no electricity, a refrigerator would be as much use as a handbrake on a canoe!I %much obligedSome people use this expression to say that they are very grateful. "It's raining Mr. Brown - take my umbrella."  "Much obliged."-I1}much of a muchnessThis expression means 'very similar' or 'almost alike'. It's hard to choose between the two - they're much of a muchness really.I@1[ movers and shakersThe term movers and shakers refers to people in power who take an active part in making things happen. Mover and shakers  are assembling in Brussels for the summit.I;5Umove up in the worldA person who moves up in the world becomes more important in society or successful in their career. Rachel Jones has moved up in the world since we were kids.I <{ ;4y0wuBoard outArrange for pets to stay somewhere while you're away.We B& {be murderIf something is murder, it is very difficult or uncomfortable. The journey home through the storm was absolute murder!I2%-]qmurder somethingIf you say that you could murder something, such as food or drink, you mean that you want it very much. I'm so hot and thirsty I could murder a cool drinkI7$)Gmum's the wordTo say 'mum's the word' means that the subject or plan is a secret and must not be revealed. We're organizing a surprise birthday party, so mum's the work - OK?I=#!M!mug's gameAn unprofitable or ill-advised activity that only a fool (mug) would do is called a mug's game. Spending hours making home-made cakes for a few customers is a mug's game.I@"-=+muddy the watersIf you muddy the waters, you make something less clear by giving confusing information. I had difficulty understanding, and Alan's explanation just muddied the waters!I  Yf')cheek by jowlWhen people are cheek by jowl, they are crammed uncomfortably close together. The refugees are living cheek by jowl in a temporary camp.I(!-cheap shotA cruel, unfair or unwarranted comment or verbal attack is called a cheap shot. Referring to Tom as an 'unqualified speaker' was really a cheap shot.Io5=chase you (own) tailSomeone who is chasing their (own) tail is spending a lot of time and energy doing many things but achieving very little. He's been chasing his tail all week collecting data but the report is still  not ready.I.)3chase rainbowsSomeone who is chasing rainbows is trying to get something they will never obtain. She's trying to get into Oxford, but I think she's chasing rainbows.Iq/7chapter and verseThis term refers to word-for-word details, or very specific facts, especially the exact place where the information can be found. The phrase is attributed to Oscar Wilde, although I can't give you chapter and verse.I Im"^MI&=QBlow offExpel gas from the anus.He BLEW OFF in front of everybody.PN%?YBlow offIgnore, not do something.I BLEW the homework OFF and f*9#mutton dressed as lambThis expression refers to a middle-aged woman who tries to look younger by dressing in clothes designed for younger people. The style doesn't suit her - it has a mutton-dressed-as-lamb effect on her!I )3MWmusic to one's earsIf something is music to your ears, the information that you receive makes you feel very happy. His compliments were music to my ear.IX(%o1murphy's lawReferring to Murphy's law expresses a sentiment of bad luck and the idea that if anything can go wrong, it will. We've tried to prepare for every possible incident, but remember Murphy's law ...!I3'5Yoget away with murderSomeone who gets away with murder can do something unacceptable without being punished or criticized. Some parents let their kids get away with murder.I  )WP36CBlock outTry not think about or feel something because it is upsetting M.5o name (written) on itIf something has someone's name (written) on it, it is intended for that person or it is ideally suited to them. That dress would be perfect for you - it's got your name on it!IN-# name is mudTo say that a person's name is mud means that they have acquired a bad reputation because of something they have done or said. His name is mud now after the revelations in the newspaper.I\,?nailing jelly to the wallTo say that something is like nailing jelly to the wall  means that it is extremely difficult to do, if not impossible. Keeping track of his movements is like nailing jelly to the wall.Is+/'%my way or highwayIf you say to someone 'it's my way or the highway', you are telling them that either they accept to do as you say or they leave the project. You don't have much choice when someone says: 'it's my way or the highway.'!I [si[;bg 2Q;needs must (when the devil drives)The expression 'needs must (when the devil drives)' means that  you are sometimes forced by circumstances to do something that you do not want to do. I'd rather stay with you than attend the conference, but needs must ...!I15 _stick one's neck outIf a person sticks their neck out, they draw attention to themselves by saying or doing something that others are afraid to do. Julie stuck her neck out and said that the sales target would be impossible to reach without extra staff.I'0-={pain in the neckIf you call someone a pain in the neck, you think they are very irritating or annoying. She's a pain in the neck the way she keeps complaining!I^/' neck and neckIn a contest or competition, when two competitors reach the same level, they are neck and neck, so it is impossible to say who will win. At the moment the two teams are neck and neck for the Word Cup.I VL)v ,V7sBed outMove a plant outside.I BEDDED the plants OUT when the weather warmed up.PC;'wnever say dieYou can say 'never say die' to encourage someone to persevere in their efforts and not give up or abandon their project. Keep going - it's too soon to give up. Never say die!IG:=9-never rains but it poursThis expression is used to comment on the fact that when something bad happens, other bad things often happen too, and make the situation even worse. First he forgot his briefcase, then he lost his wallet, and when he reached the car park, his car had been stolen - it never rains but it pours!I;9!Knever mindWhen you 'never mind' to someone, you are telling them not to worry, that it is not important. When the child broke the cup Susan said 'never mind - it was an old cup'.I&8= never in a million yearsThis expression means 'absolutely never' or 'at no time in my life'. I will never in a million years understand why Anne married Bob.I Y']8YC~ _[?+KUnext best thingIf you can't have exactly what you want, the next best thing is the best alternative possible. The camera I wanted was far too expensive so I opted for a cheaper one that was the next best thing.I!>O!gcan't put new wine in old bottlesThis expression means that you should not try to combine new concepts or innovations with an old or long-established framework or system. You'll never get that program to work on your father's old computer.  You can't put new wine in old bottles!IF=/e new lease of lifeA person who has a new lease of life has a chance to live longer or with greater enjoyment or satisfaction. Moving closer to his children has given him a new lease of life.IU<-i)new to this gameTo say that you are new to this game means that you have never been involved in this sort of activity before. I want to join Facebook but I don't know how to start.  I'm new to this game.I LR L<pB+m)/BPD+snine-day wonderAn event which is a nine-day wonder causes interest, surprise or excitement for a short time, but it doesn't last. His sudden departure was a nine-day wonder but he was soon forgotten.I?C?5night owlSomeone who is lively and active at night and goes to bed very late is called night owl. I work better in the evenings than in the morning.  My friends say I'm a night owl.IaB3WMin the nick of timeIf something happens in the nick of time, it happens at the last minute, when it is nearly too late. The child was standing in front of the open window.  His mother caught him in the nick of time.IA#cnice as pieIf a person is as nice as pie, they are surprisingly kind and friendly. After our argument, she was as nice as pie!I*@+!next to nothingThe term 'next to nothing' means a very small amount or almost nothing. My boots didn't cost much. I bought them for next to nothing in the sales.I Bt_P rcBe onTake medication or drugs, especially when they affect the person badly.He IS ON antoH%uYnitty-grittyWhen people get down to the nitty-gritty, they begin to discuss the most important points or the practical details. I was interested in the project, but we didn't get down to the nitty-gritty until his partner arrived.I'GAtalk nineteen to the dozenSomeone who talks nineteen to the dozen speaks very quickly. He was talking nineteen to the dozen so I didn't catch the whole story.IJF3edressed up to ninesTo describe someone as dressed up to the nines means that they are wearing very smart or glamorous clothes. Caroline must be going to a party - she's dressed up to the nines.I:E7!1nine times out of tenWhen something happens nine times out of ten, it is what usually happens. The public transport system is very bad. Trains arrive late nine times out of ten.I H0$eX!YiBe down onHave negative feelings toward someone.After the argument, James is DOWN ON his >M+k}no great shakesTo say that someone or something is no great shakes means that they are useless, ineffective or not very good. He's a good actor but his last film was no great shakes.I7L!-5no-go areaA  no-go area is an area, particularly in a city, where it is dangerous to go. Tourists have been advised to avoid parts of the city which have become no-go areas.IK)no fixed abodeA person of no fixed abode has nowhere permanent to live. A 30-year-old man of no fixed abode was charged with the burglary.IJyno endThis expression is another way of saying 'very much'. Aunt Bessie was pleased no end to be invited to your wedding.I]IKkno diceIf someone asks you for something and you reply 'no dice!', you mean that it is impossible or it can't be done. "Can you lend me your car?"  "Sorry, no dice!""Can you lend me your car?"  "Sorry, no dice!"I 7LJDMO1Bash upBreak, damage or hurt by hitting.They BASHED him UP in the fight in the pub last week and he had to go to hospital.P}LoBash RQ7AAno smoke without fireIf many people say that something bad is happening,  there is possibly some truth in it. Although no proof was ever found, people continue to say: 'There's no smoke without fire'.IPno picnicAn activity or task that is no picnic is unpleasant or difficult. Tom is a bit depressed these days, but then job-hunting is no picnic.IgO+'no holds barredThis expression, which derives from wrestling, is used to describe something done with no restraints, limits or rules of conduct. It's a live talk show with no holds barred, which is not to everyone's taste.IEN-5=no hard feelingsIf you have no hard feelings, you feel no resentment or bitterness about something. When Alan was promoted instead of Steve, he said to Steve : 'No hard feelings I  hope.'I TATC% E% }Bargain downPersuade someone to drop.Z5'not getting anywhereIf you are not getting anywhere, you are making no progress at all. I've spent the whole day looking for a solution but I'm not getting anywhere.IHYEwknot for all the tea in ChinaTo say that you would not do something for all the tea in China means that you would not do it under any conditions. I wouldn't live there for all the tea in China.I,X''not all thereSomeone who is not all there behaves strangely at times, or seems a bit odd. Our new neighbour wears a hat and coat even in summer; he's not all thereI;W/Gnose out of jointIf something puts your nose out of joint, it offends or annoys you. When he discovered he wasn't on the invitation list,  that really put his nose out of joint!I;V-qouse one's noodleIf you use your noodle, you use your brain or your common sense. How did I figure that out? I just used my noodle!How did I figure that out? I just used my noodle!I 2;|Kmn:SBall upConfuse or make things complicated.The neQ^;7Enot in one's right mindSomeone who is not in their right mind is not behaving in a logical or sensible way. Julie wasn't in her right mind the day she bought that outfit.  It doesn't suit her at all!I;]9Anot in the same leagueIf something is not in the same league, it is of much lower standard than something else. He had a good voice but he wasn't in the same league as Pavarotti.Is\=;not give the time of dayIf you dislike someone so strongly that you ignore them and refuse to speak to them, you do not give them the time of day. Sarah's parents dislike her boyfriend so much they won't even give him the time of day!IJ[-M/not give a hoot!To say that you don't or couldn't give a hoot means that you don't care at all about something. She wears eccentric clothes but she couldn't give a hoot about what others think.I c%1nc%n']what beats mesaid when you do not understand a situP?A#disaster written all overIf something, such as a plan or idea, has disaster written all over it, it is thought to be heading for complete failure, or will cause a lot of trouble. Mary's idea of a holiday with her in-laws has disaster written all over it!I?O;3%disappear into thin airIf someone or something disappears into thin air, they vanish in a mysterious way. After being accused of embezzlement, the director disappeared into thin air.IpNKk?wash ones dirty linen in publicTo wash one's dirty linen in public means to talk about unpleasant personal matters in the presence of others. 'Argue in private.  Don't wash your dirty linen in public.' was my grandmother's advice.IWM;qdo someone's dirty workTo do somebody's dirty work means to do the unpleasant or difficult work that another person does not want to do. Life is easy for Harry. He always finds someone to do his dirty work!I dCw3A2!_Bag outCriticise.Don't bag out BAG OUT Australian English.P^1AyBack upDrive"bMsnot the only pebble on the beachTo say that someone is not the only pebble on the beach means that they are not the only person worth considering. He thinks his refusal to join the team will cause problems, but there are other alternatives ...he's not the only pebble on the beach!I.a5Ksnot have a stitch onSomeone who does not have a stitch on is wearing no clothes and is therefore completely naked. When the doorbell rang, he didn't have a stitch on!I`)/ynot a patch onIf something or someone is not a patch on an other, they are not nearly as good. His second conference wasn't a patch on the first one.Iw_QYYnot let grass grow under your feetIf someone does not let the grass grow under their feet, they do not delay in getting something done. As soon as he received the permit, he started to build.  He never lets the grass grow under his feet!Ismmrw| &,28>DJPV\bhntz "(.4:@FLRX^djpv|ulled a knife.Po'#G Auction offSell something in an auction.They AUCTIONED OFF their property as they were heavily in  mnop q$r't*u/v4w8x={A|E}I~MQUY^bgknrvz  #'*.37<@EJNRW\`dimquyŁ}  $t(2,h0[4N8><@1DH)LQ UY]bfkoʂsĂw{ { z]t!%m)c-ƃ15q9h=ASE;IbLPSX\ B}zqAsk afterEnquire about someone'-{a notch aboveSomething that is a notch above something else is a little better in every way. His rendering of the song was a notch above the others.I9#To play away from homeTo have an affair. Lit: To play at the oppositions ground.She asked for a divorce when she found out he'd been play<$3Eout of the questionSomething which is out of the question is impossible and is therefore not worth discussing. Buying a new car is out of the question - we simply can't afford it.I<#1?out of your pocketIf you pay for something out of your own pocket, you cover the cost with your own money. Breakfast is included but you must pay for lunch out of your own pocket.IU"1wout of the pictureTo say that a person or group is out of the picture means that they have been eliminated in a contest or tournament. We were beaten  in the semi-finals, so that's us out of the picture!It!%?out to lunchTo say that someone is out to lunch means that they seem to be either unaware of what's going on around them, or unable to understand what is happening. He's hopeless as a leader - considered as 'out to lunch' by the group.I BaB)+'drop like fliesIf people drop like flies, they fall ill or die in large  numbers. There's a 'flu epidemic right now.  Senior citizens are dropping like flies.I\-UKdrop a bombshellIf you drop a bombshell, you make an unexpected announcement which will greatly change a situation. The chairman dropped a bombshell when he announced the merger with the company's biggest rival.IH /_drive up the wallIf somebody or something drives you up the wall, they do something that greatly annoys or irritates you. I can't concentrate with all the noise - it's driving me up the wall.IB 5Gdrive a hard bargainA person who drives a hard bargain always makes sure they gain advantage in a business deal. Be prepared for tough negotiations with Dan. He drives a hard  bargain.I /drink like a fishA person who drinks like a fish is one who drinks a lot. I'm nervous if Ben drives when we go out  because he drinks like a fish!I GZz G b c d e f g h i j k l m n @)/Uout of this worldTo refer to something as out of this world means that you think it is extremely good or impressive. The hotel was very comfortable and the food was out of this world.I.(%1out of whackIf something is out of whack, it is not working properly or is not in good order. The dishwasher is making a funny noise. Something must be out of whack.I9'%g}out of touchIf you are out of touch, you no longer communicate with someone, or you are unaware of recent developments. I've been out of touch with Jenny since we left college.I\&#out of syncIf two movements or actions are out of sync, they are not coordinated and are not taking place at the same time or at the same speed. The traffic lights are out of sync and causing a lot of confusion.I"%%) out of sortsIf someone is out of sorts, they are upset and irritable or not feeling well. The baby is out of sorts today.  Perhaps he's cutting a tooth.I 6P*,C To be bowled over (cricket)To astonish or overwhelm. Lit: To kz01oioverplay your handIf you overplay your hand, you are overconfident and spoil your chances of success by trying to obtain too much. Sam is hoping for a bonus for his good results, but he may be overplaying his hand if he asks for a promotion.I/1;_over the top (OTT)Something which is over the top is totally excessive or not suitable for the occasion. Her dramatic speech was way over the top.I<.'aover the hillIf a person is over the hill, they have reached an age when they can no longer perform as well as before. Gran! You say you're over the hill, but you're a super cook!I-1;5over and done withIf something difficult or unpleasant is over and done with, it has now been successfully accomplished, so you don't have to worry about it any longer. I wasn't easy, but I had to announce the bad news, so now that's over and done with.I JN};&=?ATo get the ball rolling.To get something started.If we don't get the ball rolling on this project soon we I4=q{the world is your oysterThis expression means that you are free and able to enjoy the pleasures and opportunities that life has to offer. She left college feeling that the world was her oyster.IM31]!close as an oysterSomeone who is as close as an oyster will never reveal something told in confidence or betray a secret. Sophie will never repeat what you tell her.  She's as close as an oyster.Ix2/Uoverstep the markIf you overstep the mark, you go too far and upset someone by saying something or behaving in a way that is unacceptable. Jenny is angry with her son.  He overstepped the mark when he called his grandfather an 'old fool'.I211{Oovershoot the markIf you make a mistake as a result of misjudging something (situation, distance, amount, etc.), you overshoot the mark. He overshot the mark by about 20%I !q!E9%cpad the billIf someone pads the bill, they add false items to a bill or invoice in order to increase the total amount. Check the invoice carefully before paying - he tends to pad the bill!IZ85}packed like sardinesIf a group of people are packed like sardines, they are pressed together tightly and uncomfortably because there is not enough space. The bus was very crowded - we were packed like sardines!I%7/}5pack something inIf you pack something in, you abandon it or give it up. She found city life so stressful, she decided to pack it in and move to the country.I$6%!pack of liesA large number of untruthful statements is referred to as a pack of lies. The story about her unhappy childhood turned out to be a pack of liesIc5; put through their pacesIf you put someone or something through their paces, you test their ability to do something by making them perform certain actions. During the presentation, the machine was put through its paces.I AQ9As much use as a chocolate teapot.Useless>=3iupaint into a cornerIf you paint yourself into a corner, you put yourself into a situation that restricts what you can do or say. Carole told her boss she was busy on Friday evening. She realized she had painted herself into a corner when he said : 'Too bad! I was going to give you two tickets for the opera."I<<1Epaint the town redIf you paint the town red, you go out and enjoy a lively evening in bars, night-clubs, etc. To celebrate the victory, the team's supporters painted the town red.I;%ypaid peanutsIf you are paid peanuts, you have a very low salary. Jenny has a very interesting job, but she's paid peanuts. I;:-S paddle own canoeIf you paddle your own canoe, you do what you want to do without help or interference from anyone. He decided to paddle his own canoe and set up his own business.I %I`LA#spaper tigerThis term refers to a person, organisation or country that is less powerful or threatening than they appear to be. He threatens to take strong action but he's just another paper tiger.Ie@/paper over cracksTo say that someone is papering over the cracks means that they are concealing a problem rather than dealing with it effectively. The measures taken to reduce unemployment are just paper over the cracks.IX?=?I(caught with) pants downIf you are caught with your pants down, you are caught doing something bad or forbidden. Our neighbours were caught fiddling with the electricity meter - caught with their pants down!IW>5(press) panic buttonIf you hit or press the panic button, you raise the alarm too quickly or react too hastily in a difficult or stressful situation. Calm down! There's no need to press the panic button yet!I \-3\?9 One foot in the gSE+ part and parcelSomething that is part and parcel of an activity or role is a key component or an essential element that cannot be avoided. I'm an events manager. Travelling is part and parcel of my job.IvD1Qpar for the courseIf something is par for the course, it is typical of what to expect in that particular situation. I spent the week-end working on the project but nobody showed any appreciation.  That's par for the course in this firm.IcC1 on paperTo say that an idea, plan or scheme seems good on paper means that it looks good in theory or in writing but may not work when put into practice. His plan looks good on paper but I'm not convinced it will work.IhB#-paper trailIf a person or organisation leaves a paper trail, they leave evidence in writing or in document form that will serve as proof of their actions. The police found a paper trail which lead to the author of the hoax.I H?EH#I#Gspass musterIf someone or something passes muster, they are considered to be satisfactory or acceptable. The interview went well.  I hope I'll pass muster.IvH'3'party is overTo say that the party is over means that a period of happiness, freedom, enjoyment etc. has come to an end, and life is going to return to normal. I had a wonderful time here but the party's over and I must get back to work.IG-Q!partner in crimeA person who helps you to plan something dishonest or unlawful is called your partner in crime. (This expression can be used jokingly as in the example  below.) Sam was my partner in crime.  He hid my son's bicycle until his birthday.I4F%Iparting shotA parting shot is a final remark, often incisive or disparaging, made just as one is leaving. He has a way of making parting shots that can be very discouraginI .>} . gWN/QCpay over the oddsIf you pay over the odds, you pay too much or you pay more for something than it is really worth. She's willing to pay over the odds for an original Kelly handbag to add to your collection.I?M'75pay dividendsIf something you do pays dividends, it brings advantages or rewards at a later date. The time he spent learning English paid dividends when he started looking for a job.I-L)?pay dearly forIf you pay dearly for something that you do or say, you suffer a lot as a result of it. If you leave your job now, you may have to pay dearly for it.I=K!;3pat answerA simplified response that is memorized or prepared in advance is called a pat answer. Many journalists at the press conference found his pat answers totally frustrating.I>J'37passing fancyIf you have a passing fancy for something, you become fond of it for a short time. My father started collecting stamps a few years ago, but it was just a passing fancy.I 550+{?ekA,R)/pedal to metalWhen you put the pedal to the metal, you accelerate or make something go faster. If we put the pedal to the metal we could get this finished in time.IQ=snot only pebble on beachTo say that someone is not the only pebble on the beach means that they are not the only person worth considering. He thinks his refusal to join the team will cause problems, but there are other alternatives ...he's not the only pebble on the beach!IQP9Q-like two peas in a podTo say that two people are like two peas in a pod means that they are very similar in appearance. It wasn't difficult to identify the brothers - they were like two peas in a pod.I$Oi]throw pearls to pigs/ cast pearls before swineThis expression means that it is wasteful to offer something valuable or useful to someone who does not understand or appreciate it. She had a beautifully trained voice but the audience didn't listen - talk about throwing pearls to pigs!I  HoNV;M)pen mightier than swordThis expression means that words and communication have  greater effect than war and fighting. The treaty put an end to the hostilities - the pen is mightier than the sword.IUU! pen pusherA person who does work that requires little action, just office work, and who lacks operating experience, is called a pen pusher. Those pen pushers have no idea what it's like on a building siteIAT+uytake down a pegIf you take someone down a peg, you make that person realize that they are not as important as they think they are. He was too proud. Somebody had to take him down a peg.IoS=+ square peg in round holeTo say that a person is a square peg in a round hole means that they are not suitable for the job they are doing or the situation they are in. He was a bad choice for the job - a square peg in a round hole.I ySy.tEOMoney doesn't grow on trees.Money isn't that easy to come by.We VZ=mturn up like a bad pennyIf someone turns up like a bad penny, they appear at a place or event where they are not welcome or not wanted. I try to avoid Jane, but wherever I go she turns up like a bad penny!IY;ipenny for your thoughtsThis phrase is used to ask someone what they are thinking about. You look pensive.  A penny for your thoughts.I*XIin for a penny, in for a poundThis expression means that once you start doing something, you might just as well do it wholeheartedly and not stop at half-measures. Joe finally accepted to be on the committee, then he accepted to be the chairman. "In for a penny, in for a pound'." he said!IiW#yKpenny dropsWhen a person has difficulty understanding or realizing something, and then the penny drops, they finally understand. The teasing continued for some time until the penny dropped and the boy realized it was a joke!I G+'A^%cpester powerThis term refers to the power children exert over their parents by continually nagging or pestering them until they accept to buy advertised toys or fashionable products. Pester power leads busy parents to buy more and more for their children.Ig]G pervert the course of justiceIf a person perverts the course of justice, they tell a lie or prevent the police from finding out the truth about something. The suspect was accused of trying to pervert the course of justice.I-\EYQput in the right perspectiveWhen people see or put things in their right perspective, they keep in proportion all the elements of a situation, without exaggerating the importance of any aspect. If Tom could see things in their right perspective, the situation would be less stressful for him.I5[19perish the thoughtThis expression is used when the speaker really hopes that something will not happen. If I lost my job, perish the thought, I don't know how we'd survive.I f$If_b1s/pick up the piecesAfter a disastrous event, if you pick up the pieces you do what you can to get the situation back to normal again. After fire destroyed their house, it took them a long time to pick up the pieces.IWa!pick holesIf someone picks holes in something such as a plan, an idea or a proposal, they criticize it or try to find fault with it. Why don't you make a suggestion instead of picking holes in all my ideas!I5`%_}pick a fightSomeone who picks a fight deliberately looks for an opportunity to start a quarrel or begin an argument. Our new neighbour seizes every occasion to pick a fight.I_# #pick brainsIf you pick someone's brains, you ask questions about a particular subject in order to obtain advice or information. Could we have lunch together? I'd like to pick your brains about something.Could we have lunch together? I'd like to pick your brains about something.I ]RJ]igSi+a picture is worth a thousand wordsThis expression means that a picture can give just as much information as a large amount of descriptive text. Look at the picture of the crash! A picture is worth a thousand words isn't it?I,f7'the picture of healthSomeone who looks the picture of health looks extremely healthy. Nice to see you again Mr. Brown.  I must say you look the picture of health!I+e#+in a pickleIf you are in a pickle, you are in a difficult situation and need help. My car won't start and the trains are on strike today, so I'm in a real pickle!I%d+pick up the tabIf you pick up the tab, you pay the bill or pay the cost of something. There was a celebration lunch for the team and Bill picked up the tab.I*c'5 pick up steamIf a project or process picks up steam, it starts to develop or become more active. The campaign started slowly but picked up steam after Christmas.I :!:?W8?eleft to one's own devicesIf you leave someone to their own devices, you let them look after themselves, without help or supervision. When left to their own devices, many children watch TV and eat junk food.I7/wout of your depthIf you are out of your depth, you are in a situation which is too difficult for you, or which you know little about. She started building a website with little computer knowledge, so she was soon out of her depth and had to look for help.I<6/Mdeliver the goodsIf a person delivers the goods, they do what is expected of them or what they have promised to. Let's hope that new whiz-kid the boss hired can deliver the goods!I5c53like a deer/rabbit caught in the headlightsWhen you are so surprised that you are momentarily confused or unable to react quickly, you are like a deer (or a rabbit) caught in the headlights. Surprised by the journalist's question, he was like a deer caught in the headlightsI P6[PW l9smake a pig of yourselfIf you make a pig of yourself, you eat and drink too much. Watch what you eat.  Don't make a pig of yourself!Iik3{9piece of the actionWhen someone wants a piece of the action, they want to participate in what other people are doing and benefit from it. The songwriter thought the show would be a success so he wanted a piece of the action.I jg'pie-eyedSomeone who is pie-eyed is completely drunk. He had never taken an alcoholic drink so after one beer the boy was pie-eyed.IWi)1ieat humble pieIf you eat humble pie, you are forced to admit that you were wrong and apologize. After openly criticizing Bill's work, Fred had to eat humble pie when Bill was elected 'salesman of the year'.IFh)Q'pie in the skyIf an idea or project is pie in the sky, it is completely unrealistic or unlikely to be achieved. The promise of low-cost housing for everyone turned out to be pie in the sky.I )(B)%gTp)pigs might flyThe expression 'pigs might fly' expresses disbelief, or the idea that miracles might happen but are extremely unlikely. My grandmother buying a computer? ... Yeah! ... and pigs might fly!My grandmother buying a computer? ... Yeah! ... and pigs might fly!IoQepigs get fat, hogs get slaughteredYou should be satisfied when you have enough; if you are too greedy, like a hog, you risk losing everything.-IGn7K!put lipstick on a pigThis expression means that to 'dress up' something unappealing or ugly, in a vain attempt to make it look better, is like putting lipstick on a pig. Flowers on that ugly old bridge would be (like putting) lipstick on a pig!Flowers on that ugly old bridge would be (like putting) lipstick on a pig!ITm/KCon the pig's backA person who is on the pig's back is in a state of luck and everything is going well for them. Before the recession, Ireland was on the pig's back, but the situation has changed greatly.I uHu#Oo+S5catch redhandedIf a person is caught red-handed, they are caught while they are doing something wrong or illegal. The police arrived as the burglar was leaving the house.  He was caught red-handed.I~n5ygcatch somebody's eyeIf someone catches you eye, you find them attractive. The pretty girl near the door caught his eye.I%mQqcatch 22A catch 22 situation refers to a frustrating situation where you cannot do one thing without doing a second, and you cannot do the second before doing the first. I can't get a job without a work permit, and I can't get a work permit without a job.  It's a catch 22 situation!I lU?cat's whiskers (also: cat's pyjamas)This expression refers to someone who considers themselves to be better than others in a particular area : beauty, competence, intelligence, sport, etc. Ever since she got a promotion, she thinks she's the cat's whiskers!I TC&IE man cannoQA3come into one's ownWhen you come into your own, you finally obtain rightful recognition of your ability or talent and begin to have success. He's a talented violinist who has at last come into his ownI1@'=come in handyTo say that something may come in handy means that it may be useful some time or other. Don't throw away those old shelves; they may come in handy one day.I??EAcome in all shapes and sizesSomething that can be found in many different forms, types or varieties, comes in all shapes and sizes. Computers come in all shapes and sizes these days.-Ie>;come hell or high waterIf you say that you will do something come hell or high water, you mean that you will do it in spite of the difficulties involved. Come hell or high water, I've got to be on time for the interview.I 3 Uo3u% tickled pinkIf you are tickled pink, you are very pleased about something. My dad was tickled pink when he was asked to announce the winner.It7#{in the pink of healthIf you are in the pink of health, you are in excellent physical condition. Caroline looks in the pink of health after her holiday.Ibs)pink elephantsThis term refers to hallucinations or strange imaginary things seen by people as a result of heavy drinking or the use of narcotics. No more drinks for me please, otherwise I'll be seeing pink elephants!IGr!oat a pinchTo say that something could be done at a pinch means that it would be possible to do it if absolutely necessary. The hall can seat 50 people comfortably, and a few more at a pinch.I\q)m7pillar to postIf a person, usually someone in difficulty, goes from pillar to post, they move constantly from place to place. When the factory closed down, Benny moved from pillar to post in search of a new job.I /:J)W A close shave.When you come extremely close to a dangerous or unpleasant situation or only just manage to avoid it."I nearly crashed the car this morning, it was a close shave."IpI+ITo get the sackTo be dismissed from your y9Athe pitsIf something is referred to as the pits, it is considered to be absolutely the worst. That magazine is the pits!Ix+/oin the pipelineIf something is in the pipeline, it is currently in progress or being organised. A new talk show is in the pipeline at the moment.IDw3Kon pins and needlesIf you are on pins and needles, you are very anxious or nervous about what is going to happen. Scott was on pins and needles while he waited for the result of the exam.Iv7Uhave pins and needlesTo have pins and needles is to have a tingling sensation in a part of the body, for example an arm or a leg, when it has been in the same position for a long time. I lay curled up for so long that I had pins and needles in my legs.I Tc:DGsQChief cook and bottle washer.To be the person who is responsible for everything."If you want to set up your own business you have t9}'iyplastic smileA person with a plastic smile is wearing a forced smile which makes them appear happier that they really are. A receptionist greeted customers with a plastic smile.Im|?plan BPlan B is an alternative solution to be adopted if one's original plan does not succeed. The idea is to get a caterer to provide the food.  If that's too expensive, plan B is to organise a buffet with the help of friends.I+{'9 plain sailingAn activity or task that is plain sailing is without difficulty or free from trouble. Once the plans were accepted, it was plain sailing all the way.Iyz-;place in the sunIf you find a place in the sun, you reach a position which provides you with wealth and happiness, or whatever you have been hoping to obtain in life. She finally found a place in the sun with the triumph of her latest book.I X X2)9play with firePeople who take unnecessary risks or behave in a dangerous way are playing with fire. Driving alone on isolated roads in this weather is playing with fire.I #c)play by earTo play by ear means to improvise or act without preparation, according to the demands of the situation. (Music : to play by remembering the tune, without printed music.) It's hard to know how the situation will develop.  Let's just play it by ear.Ig1 %play cat and mouseTo play cat and mouse with someone means to treat them alternately cruelly and kindly, so that they do not know what to expect. He's difficult to work for, always playing cat and mouse with the employees.Ir~3qUa lot on your plateIf someone has a lot on their plate, they are extremely busy or have several problems to handle at the same time. It's not a good time to discuss the problem with David.  He's got a lot on his plate at the moment.I m3d~mqc 8%w ;/Eplay games with someoneIf you are not completely honest, or behave in a way that is insincere, evasive or intentionally misleading, you are playing games with someone. Look, stop playing games with us.  Just tell us if you're interested in the project or not.Ib'eMplay the gameIf you play the game, you accept to do things according to generally-accepted customs or code of behaviour. Not all website owners play the game. Some download content from other sites without permission.IK3qplay to the galleryA person who plays to the gallery tries to gain popularity by behaving in a way that will appeal to the majority. It's no secret that he got elected by playing to the gallery.II%splay footsieIf you play footsie with someone, you touch their feet lightly, especially under the table, to show your interest. Pete says they were playing footsie at the office Christmas lunchI o?1U#UPolitically correct / incorrect (PC)To use or not use language that will cause offence - often shortened to PC."Bernard Manning was never very PC."I( ?]play into someone's handsIf you play into someone's hands, you do exactly what your opponent or enemy wants you to do, so that they gain an advantage over you. When the leaders of the protest movement became violent, they played right into the hands of the police.I$/# play by the rulesIf you play by the rules, you behave in a fair and honest way with people. You can trust him, don't worry.  He always plays by the rules.IN+W/play the marketIf you play the market, you buy stocks and shares in the hope of making a profit when you sell them. It's always tempting to play the market, but it's more risky at the present time.I !splay havocIf someone or something plays havoc, they cause disorder and confusion. The floods played havoc with the construction work.I T`,T 3uplay a waiting gameIf you play a waiting game, you deliberately delay taking action in order to be able to act more effectively later. The cat keeps its eye on the bird, carefully playing a waiting game.I0 #7play truantA young person who plays truant stays away from school without permission or excuse. Ben has no reason to be absent from school - he's playing truant again!IF 'aplay for timeIf you play for time, you try to delay or prevent something from happening in order to gain an advantage. He decided to play for time in the hope that the price would decrease.I^ #mAplay possumWhen someone plays possum, they pretend to be dead or asleep in order to avoid something they don't want to do. Sarah's not asleep.  She's just playing possum because she doesn't want to come swimming.I @m(''+The three Rs.Used to refer to the basic areas of education: reading, writing and arithmetic."Somc5G_pluck out of the airTo pluck something out of the air means to say a name, date, number, etc. spontaneously, without thinking about it. "What are we going to call the cat?"  I just plucked a name out of the air and said: " How about Daisy?""What are we going to call the cat?"  I just plucked a name out of the air and said: " How about Daisy?"I<9Wpleased/proud as punchSomeone who is as pleased or as proud as punch is delighted or feels very satisfied about something. Danny was as proud as punch when he won the tennis match.I|_q=(not) playing with a full deck (of cards)Someone who is not playing with a full deck (of cards) lacks intelligence or does not have full mental abilities. Old Mrs.Whitehead was not playing with a full deck when she bought that fancy lawnmower!I  1 PBC#3have someone in your pocketIf you have influence or power over someone, you have them in your pocket. He was declared 'not guilty', but everyone knew that he had the jury in his pocket.Ih5S]pocket of resistanceA small group of people you resist change or disagree with a proposal form a pocket of resistance. The new boss wants to introduce job-sharing, but there's a pocket of resistance in the sales department.I/57a plum in your mouthSomeone who speaks with an upper-class accent is said to have a plum in their mouth. He speaks just like an aristocrat - with a plum in his mouth!I(!Ga plum jobA desirable position which is well-paid and considered relatively easy is called a plum job. Ideally he'd like to find himself a plum job in New York.IK)qplug somethingIf you promote something by talking about it favourably, for example during a radio or TV interview, you plug it. He has accepted to appear on the show if he can plug his new book.I ,hOwSuck upTo be really nice to someone in order to gain !1ysore pointA sore point is a subject to be avoided because it causes anger or embarrassment. Don't talk to Mary about weight - that's a sore point!IG7_ come/get to the pointIf you come or get the point, you reach or concentrate on the essential part or the heart of the matter. We don't need a long explanation Barry.  Just get to the point!IL-5Kbeside the pointIf something is beside the point, it does not relate to the topic or is irrelevant. We need to know if he's qualified for the job. The fact that he plays golf is beside the point!I51+#point of no returnWhen you reach the point of no return, you must continue what you have started, because you have gone so far that it is impossible to go back. I've resigned from teaching and decided to become a writer. Now I've reached the point of no return and must work on the book I am writing.I ]oP?=YTo be whiter than white.Someone who never does anything wrong."I A7Sis the Pope Catholic?This is a sarcastic way of answering a question in the affirmative when the answer is obviously 'yes'. "Do birds fly?" "Of course they do.  Is the Pope Catholic?"-I-wpop the questionWhen you ask someone to marry, you pop the question. It was during a trip to Venice that he popped the question.I+pop one's clogsThis is a euphemistic way of saying that a person is dead. Nobody lives in that house since old Roger popped his clogs.Ij3!politically correctWhen people are politically correct, they carefully choose the language they use in order to avoid offending particular groups of people. Most people today make a conscious effort to be politically correct.I! )polish offIf you polish something off, you finish it quickly or easily. Susan thought there was too much food but the boys polished it off in no time.I 454)n, 9Red tape.Excessive regulation (especially form filling) that is considered overly bureaucratic."I'd like to set up my own business, but there's too much red tape!"I| +Y To buy a lemO!)3Wsmall potatoesSomething that is small potatoes is considered to be unimportant or insignificant. Her first publication was considered small potatoes but her new book has lead to a change of opinion.I* Ey+pot calling the kettle blackThis expression is used in a situation where a person with a fault criticizes someone else for having the same fault. After being disqualified for not obeying the rules, the player accused another competitor of cheating; it was the pot calling the kettle black!IGG?pot luckIf you take pot luck, you accept whatever is available without knowing what it will be like. We were so hungry we decided to take pot luck and stopped at the first restaurant we saw.I H (pH$fMOAlike the cat that ate the canaryIf, after an achievement or success, a person seems very self-satisfied or pleased with themselves, you can say that they look like the cat that ate the canary. When the boss complimented him on his work, Steve looked like the cat that ate the canary.I4e='like a cat on hot bricksA person who is like a cat on hot bricks is very nervous or restless. The week before the results were published, she was like a cat on hot bricks.I]dA7Wlet the cat out of the bagIf you let the cat out of the bag, you reveal a secret, generally not intentionally. When the child told her grandmother about the plans for her birthday, she let the cat out of the bag.Isc5 =cat in hell's chanceTo say that there is not a cat in hell's chance of someone doing or achieving something means that there is no chance at all. Because of the blizzard, the pilot didn't have a cat in hell's chance of landing safely.I  # Ci%; Mpour water into a sieveIf someone spends time or energy trying to do something that is inefficient or useless, it is like pouring water into a sieve. Danny's mother used to say that teaching him good behaviour was like pouring water into a sieve.I8$33pour your heart outIf you pour your heart out to someone, you express your feelings freely. When she needs to pour her heart out to someone, Elsa goes to visit her grandmotherIn#1)pour cold water onIf you pour cold water on someone's plans, opinions or ideas, you discourage them by showing little enthusiasm or expression your misgivings. The committee poured cold water on the idea of accepting new members.I+"1+pound the pavementSomeone who pounds the pavement walks the streets or goes from company to company, usually in search of employment. (You can also pound the pavement in an effort to raise funds or gain support for a cause.) Charlie is out there pounding the pavement since he lost his job.I [`H)1i prepare the groundWhen you prepare the ground, you try to make it easier for a future event or action to happen or be accepted. The two foreign ministers prepared the ground for negotiations.I/()3pregnant pauseA pregnant pause is a moment of silence full of unexpressed meaning. There was a pregnant pause before the president answered the journalist's question.I^'Ai'preaching to the convertedA person who preaches to the converted is encouraging people to support an idea that they already agree with. Talking to athletes about the virtues of sport is preaching to the converted.I &;#Opower behind the throneSomeone with no apparent authority who has great influence over the person officially in charge is said to be the power behind the throne. It's essential to be on good terms with his wife.  Apparently she's the power behind the throne.I ZU Z,./Aprey on your mindIf something preys on your mind, it troubles you so much that you keep thinking about it. The vision of the house on fire kept preying on her mind.I-3icost a pretty pennyIf something costs a pretty penny, it costs a lot of money. Steve's new car must have cost a pretty penny!I,3Upretty as a pictureSomeone who is (as) “pretty as a picture’ is very attractive or appealing in appearance. The young bride looked (as) pretty as a picture in her beautiful dress.The young bride looked (as) pretty as a picture in her beautiful dress.I3+-Gpressed for timeIf you are pressed for time, you have hardly enough time to do something, so you must hurry. Sorry, I can't talk to you now.  I'm a bit pressed for time.I'*!-press homeIf you press something home, you insist on a point in a discussion or argument. Her lawyer kept pressing home the fact that she was a single mother.I  FksA1}Birthday suit. (See below)To be in the nude."He won't wear pyjamas, he sleeps in his birthday suit."Ir]I}Get dressed in your best bib an`23 prime of one's lifeThe prime of one's life is the time in a person's life when they are the most successful, or in their best physical condition. At the age of 75, the singer is not exactly in the prime of his life!I113'prick up one's earsIf you prick up your ears, you suddenly pay attention to what is being said. The children pricked up their ears when they heard the word 'ice-cream'.IC07Qprice you have to payThe price you have to pay is what you have to endure in return for something you gain or achieve. Lack of privacy is the price you have to pay for being a celebrity.Io/K price oneself out of the marketIf you price yourself out of the market, you charge such a high price for your goods or services that nobody wants to buy them. He was so eager to make money that he priced himself out of the market.I 5O6/Y+prolong the agonyIf someone prolongs the agony, they make an unpleasant or tense situation last longer than necessary. Please don't prolong the agony. Just tell me whether I've been accepted or not.I5#{low profileA person who keeps a low profile tries not to attract public attention. The investor is a discreet man who keeps a low profile.I[4/o-prod into (doing)If you prod someone into doing something, you make a hesitant person do something that they are reluctant to do. She was ideal for the job, but I had to prod her into applying for the position.Ih3U3]get  your priorities right/straightIf you put things in the right order of importance, you get your priorities right. Dad!  Your health is more important than the state of the garden.  You must get your priorities right!I '7u:+)+pull a fast oneTo pull a fast one means to gain an advantage over someone by deceiving them. The street vendor pulled a fast one on Tom.  He sold him a big bunch of roses but wrapped a smaller bunch while Tom was taking out his wallet.I91proud as a peacockA person who is as proud as a peacock is extremely proud. When his son won first prize, Bill was as proud as a peacock.Il8#{Oproper 'do'This expression refers to a social event with formal clothes and top-class catering, organised to celebrate something. Bob says he'd be happy with a civil wedding and a drink afterwards, but Maggie wants a proper do.IU759Qproof of the puddingThis expression means that something new can only be judged after it has been tested. I'm going to try out my new DVD player. The proof of the pudding is in the eating, as we all know!I l=|lHf'_-Toe the line.To conform tB>Y-pull the other one (it's got bells on)After hearing an unlikely story, this is a way of telling the speaker that you neither believe what they say nor whatever they may say next. You have a date with George Clooney? Yeah - now pull the other one!You have a date with George Clooney? Yeah - now pull the other one!IF=9;-pull out all the stopsIf you pull out all the stops, you do everything you can to make something successful. We'll have to pull out all the stops to get the store ready for the opening day.I=<+31pull no punchesIf someone pulls no punches, they speak openly and honestly, holding nothing back. The doctor pulled no punches.  He explained in detail the risks of the operation.I?;5;#pull (someone's) legIf you pull somebody's leg, you tease them by telling them something that is not true. Of course I'm not going to buy a sports car.  I was just pulling your leg!I FOFTC1like pulling teethSomething that is like pulling teeth is extremely difficult to obtain, especially if trying to extract information from someone. Getting him to talk about his job was like pulling teeth!I.B-?pull your weightTo say that somebody pulls their weight means that they do their fair share of the work. It's great working with Sandra. She always pulls her weight.IpA%_qpull the rugIf you pull the rug from under someone's feet, you suddenly and unexpectedly remove all help or support. When Andy's mother stopped sending him money, she pulled the rug from under his feet and forced him to find a job.I@%pull throughIf you pull through, you recover from a serious illness. Doris had to undergo heart surgery but she pulled through.I-?%= pull stringsIf someone pulls strings, they use influential friends in order to obtain an advantage. David found a job easily - his father just pulled a few strings.I vD\e3To have a thick skin. / To be thick skinned.If you are thick-skinned, you do not notice or get upset when people uG+mgpush one's luckIf you push your luck, you try to get more than what you have already obtained and risk spoiling the situation. You've got your father's permission to go to the concert.  Don't push your luck by trying to borrow his car!IcF/y3push the envelopeWhen you push the envelope, you do something in an extreme way or exceed the limits of what is considered acceptable. Some TV producers really push the envelope when they expose people's private lives.IE!#punch lineThe punch line is the funny sentence that ends a joke or an amusing story. When my dad tells jokes, he never gets the punch line right!IhD;Cgpunch above your weightIf you punch above your weight, you try to perform at a level that is beyond your ability. She submitted her idea for the 'invention of the year' award, knowing that she was punching above her weight.I 11_MK'Y/put it mildlyIf you put it mildly, you express your opinion or reaction in a controlled way, without exaggeration. She's 3 years old and already able to read.  That's promising, to put it mildly!IJACput a spanner in the worksTo put a spanner in the works (or throw a (monkey) wrench) means to cause problems and prevent something from happening as planned. A new motorway was planned but a group of ecologists managed to put a spanner in the works.IsI9)pushing up the daisiesTo say that someone is pushing up the daisies means that they are dead. Old Johnny Barnes? He's been pushing up the daisies for over 10 years!Old Johnny Barnes? He's been pushing up the daisies for over 10 years!I}H9Eif push comes to shoveThe expression 'if push comes to shove' refers to what you will do if the situation becomes critical and you have to take action. There should be enough room for everyone, but if push comes to shove we can go to the hotel.I j19sTo box someone's ears.To hit someone on the ear, usually as a punishment.The teacher threatened to box his ears if he didn't stop being cheeky.I+i!To be all ears.To be waiting eagerly to hear about something.When she heard their was an important message for her, Spitz was all ears.IC533Take it on the chin.To be brave and not complain when bad things happen to you or people criticise you.In spite of the setbacks he took it all on the chin and set up the business anyway.I[~1Keep your chin up.Something that you say to someone in a difficult situation in order to encourage them to be brave and to try not to be sad.I told her to keep her chin up and everything would be ok in the end.I}Chin up.Something you say to someone to tell them to have confidence.A. I've got my exams tomorrow. B. Chin up, it will all be over soon.I R&R~b ocat napIf you have a short sleep during the day, you have a cat nap. My dad often has a cat nap on a Sunday afternoon.I:a}sfat catTo refer to a rich and powerful person as a fat cat means that you disapprove of the way they use their money or power. The place was full of fat cats on their big yachts.I`9qcat can look at a kingThis expression means that nobody is so important that an ordinary person cannot look at or be curious about them.-IJ_GMcat in gloves catches no miceThis expression means that if you are too careful and polite, you may not obtain what you want. Negotiate carefully, but remember : a cat in gloves catches no mice!I^/E1cast-iron stomachIf you can eat all sorts of food and drink what you like, without any indigestion, discomfort or bad effects, it is said that you have a cast-iron stomach. I don't know how you can eat that spicy food.  You must have a cast-iron stomach.I W@mP;Saput foot in one's mouthIf you put your foot in your mouth, you say something that offends, upsets or embarrasses someone. She really put her foot in her mouth when she mentioned the housewarming party - Andy hadn't been invited.I{O/smput one's feet upWhen you put your feet up, you sit down and relax. You must be tired. Come in and put your feet up.IMN7-Kput best foot forwardIf someone puts their best foot forward, they do something as fast as they can. It's a long way to the station, but if I put my best foot forward I should catch the next trainIDM!put on iceIf a project or plan is put on ice, all further action has been suspended or postponed for an indefinite period of time. Plans for the nuclear power station have been put on ice.I]L3+sput on a brave faceWhen confronted with difficulties, if you put on a brave face, you try to look cheerful and pretend that the situation is not as bad as it is. Even in the worst of times she put on a brave face.I AS1Oput in one's placeIf someone causes offence or irritation by speaking or behaving in an inappropriate manner, you put them in their place by letting them know that they are not as important as they seem to believe. The new trainee is not in a position to criticize our methods.  He needs to be put in his place!IqR3Aput your heart intoIf you put your heart (and soul) into something, you are very enthusiastic and invest a lot of energy and hard work in it. Paul was determined to make a success of the project.  He put his heart and soul into it.I%Q73uput head on the blockIf you put yourself in a dangerous situation where you risk losing your job or your reputation if things go wrong, you put your head on the block. Jenny asked me to recommend her son for the job, but I'm not putting my head on the block for someone I hardly know.I 7L]E=UATo cross someone'iW+put on the spotIf you put someone on the spot, you put them in a difficult position, for example by asking difficult questions which they cannot avoid. The reporter was put on the spot when he was asked to reveal his source.I5V9+put on the long fingerIf you put something on the long finger, you postpone it indefinitely. She intends to go back to college, but she keeps putting it on the long finger.IgU1 %put in the pictureIf you give somebody all the information necessary to enable them to fully understand a situation, you put them in the picture. Some changes were made during your absence.  Let me put you in the picture.IET1mput in a good wordIf you put in a good word for someone, you say positive things in support of that person in order to help them. If you apply for the job, I'll put in a good word for you.I [4&[J,@?S]To givG[7Mput shoulder to wheelIf you put your shoulder to the wheel, you start putting a lot of effort into a difficult task. We'll have to put our shoulders to the wheel to deliver the goods on timeI ZI Sput pants on one leg at a timeTo say that someone puts their pants on one leg at a time means that the person is a human being no different from enyone else. Don't be scared to speak to him.  He puts his pants on one leg at a time just like the rest of us!IbY1 put out to pastureTo say that someone has been put out to pasture means that they have been forced to retire or give up their responsibilities. He's in good health and he feels it's too early to be put out to pasture.IbX+put out feelersBefore doing something, if you try to discover what other people thnk about it by making discreet enquiries, you put out feelers. The politician put out feelers to test public reaction to his proposals.I  k~h`\1aCcorridors of powerThis term refers to the higher levels of government or administration where important decisions are made. The matter is the subject of much discussion in the corridors of power at the present time.Ii[/};corner the marketIf a company dominates an area of business, and leaves no room for competition, it is said to have cornered the market. By importing large quantities and selling at low prices, they have cornered the market.I1Z/%#cork something upIf you cork up your feelings or emotions, you fail to show or express them. It would be better if she showed her grief and didn't cork up her feelings.I\Y+'}copper-bottomedTo describe something such as a plan, a contract or a financial arrangement as copper-bottomed means that it is completely safe or reliable. He signed a coper-bottomed agreement with a distributor.I %bwp_=7put two and two togetherA person who can put two and two together is capable of reaching the right conclusion based on the information they have. Forget your explanation.  She won't believe you.  She can put two and two together!Ig^;put through one's pacesIf you put someone or something through their paces, you test their ability to do something by making them perform certain actions. During the presentation, the new machine was put through its paces.I?]1Cput the squeeze onIf you put the squeeze on someone, you put pressure on them to force them to do something. Bob was reluctant to work with Ben until the boss put the squeeze on him.IW\QQ!put that in your pipe and smoke itThis expressions means that you have to accept what the speaker says, whether you like it or not. I'm not going to buy you a scooter, so put that in your pipe and smoke it!I 88[c/CYrack one's brainsIf you rack your brains, you try very hard to think of something or to remember something. Christmas is always a hassle for me.  I have to rack my brains every year to find ideas for presents.Icb/race against timeWhen someone is in a race against time, they have to work very quickly in order to do or finish something before a certain time. It was a race against time to get everything ready for the inauguration.Ia+uPyrrhic victoryA victory that is obtained at a tremendous cost, or causes such a great loss that it is not worth winning, is called a Pyrrhic victory. It was a Pyrrhic victory.  The shop owner won the lawsuit but went bankrupt because of the legal expenses involved.If`1w9put words in mouthIf you claim that someone has said something, or suggest what they should say, you are putting words in their mouth. You're putting words in my mouth. I did not say I saw Mr. Brown. I said I saw his car!I !.(!rx~U)3?none the wiserIf you do not know more about something after obtaining an explanation, or if you fail to find information on the subject, you are none the wiser. I tried to understand the voting system but I was none the wiser after Joe's explanation.IT%qnon sequiturThis Latin term refers to a statement which does not seem to be a logical follow-up to the previous statement or argument. After announcing the merger, the chairman began talking about global warming which seemed a complete non sequitur.IbS'+nodding termsIf you are on nodding terms with someone, you don't know them very well, just well enough to say 'hello' when you meet them. We haven't made any friends yet but we're on nodding terms with our neighbours.IhR5y7no two ways about itTo say that there are no two ways about something means that there is only one suitable ay of dealing with something. There are no two ways about it. You can't accept the money, so you must give it back.I R!RUg/MCtake a rain checkTo say that you take a rain check means that you cannot accept an invitation or offer now, but you will be happy to accept it later. Do you mind if I take a rain check on that lunch invitation? I'm going to be away all week.Do you mind if I take a rain check on that lunch invitation? I'm going to be away all week.IPf3a!from rags to richesIf a person goes from rags to riches, they start off being very poor and become very rich and successful. By renovating old houses in the right places, he went from rags to riches.Ie- racked with painWhen someone is suffering from severe pain, they are racked with pain. The soldier was so badly injured that he was racked with pain.I[d#y/on the rackIf you are in a stressful situation, having to answer a lot of questions or wait for a decision, you are on the rack. The suspect was put on the rack by the police but he did not confess to anything.I x?x, +;yyTo have the upper hand.To have power and control over someone or a situation.In tCk)kraise the roofWhen people raise the roof, they make a lot of noise by cheering, shouting, whistling or clapping their hands. The concert was such a success, the audience raised the roof.IKj)mraise eyebrowsSomeone who raises their eyebrows at something shows surprise or disapproval  by the expression on their face. When the boss arrived in jeans, there were a lot of raised eyebrows.I i7raining cats and dogsIf it's raining cats and dogs, it is raining very heavily. We'll have to cancel the picnic I'm afraid - it's raining cats and dogsIJhC9-it never rains but it poursThis expression is used to comment on the fact that when something bad happens, other bad things often happen too, and make the situation even worse. First he forgot his briefcase, then he lost his wallet, and when he reached the car park, his car had been stolen - it never rains but it pours!I 9l #5o3The hair of the dog.An alcoholic drink taken when one has a hangover.I felt better after having a hair of the dog. One whisky and the hang/9Ysaddled with debtIf you are saddled with debt, the amount of money that you owe is a financial burden. Be careful.  If you buy a house that is too expensive, you could be saddled with debt for many years.I h7thD1/ Gone to the dogs.Used whE9/=take wind out of sailsIf someone or something takes the wind out of your sails, they make you feel less confident by doing or saying something that you do not expect. The manager's rejection of our marketing strategy really took the wind out of our sails.I?D%a sail throughIf you sail through something, for example a test or an exam, you succeed in doing it without difficulty. The English test was no problem for Pedro. He sailed through it.IcC9}%sail close to the windIf you sail close to the wind, you do something dangerous or act just within the limits of what is legal or acceptable. He seems to invest his money well although he often sails close to the wind.I^B/y)safety in numbersThis expression means that being part of a group makes people feel more secure and more confident when taking action. None of the group went sightseeing alone, knowing there was safety in numbers.I I#IHVI5 same page/wavelengthIf you are on the same page or the same wavelength as someone else, you have the same understanding or think in a similar way. We rarely argue.  We're generally on the same wavelength.IvH;##take with pinch of saltTo say that a piece of information should be taken with a pinch (or grain) of salt means that the information may not be accurate or true. Tony tends to exaggerate.  I take everything he says with a pinch of salt.I?G/Esalt of the earthTo describe someone as the salt of the earth means that they are kind, honest and reliable. Mrs. Brown is the salt of the earth, always ready to give a helping hand.IF3{rub salt into woundIf you are in a difficult or unpleasant situation, and somebody rubs salt into the wound, they do or say something to make things worse. The separation from Julie was already difficult for Alex. Mentioning her new boyfriend just rubbed salt into the wound.I  &Ke}Not enough room to swing a cat.Used to describe a place that is very small.In our old flat there wasn't enough room to swing a caGL+9?save your baconIf you save someone's bacon, you rescue them from a dangerous or difficult situation. When Paul was a student, finding a room in return for dog-sitting really saved his bacon!I3K3_isauce for the gooseThe saying 'what's sauce for the goose is sauce for the gander' means that what is appropriate for one person should also be appropriate for the other person concerned. Women should earn the same salary as men for the same job. What's sauce for the goose is sauce for the gander!IfJ/cOby the same tokenIf you apply the same rule to different situations, you judge them by the same token, or in a similar way. Teenagers should be less rebellious, but by the same token, parents should be more understanding.I [[9P59save one's skin/neckIf you manage to escape from serious danger or trouble, you save your skin (or neck). He saved his skin by reversing off the bridge just before it collapsedIPOsave faceWhen someone saves face, they manage to avoid humiliation or embarrassment and preserve their dignity and the respect of others. They allowed him to save face by accepting  his resignation.IN% wsave the dayIf you find a solution to a serious problem, and ensure the success of something that was expected to fail, you save the day. The dog ate the apple pie I had made for my guests, but my sister saved the day by making one of her speedy desserts!IM-Qsave your breathIf you tell someone to save their breath, you are telling them not to waste their time speaking because their words will have no effect. I've already given him the same advice and he won't listen, so you might as well save your breath.I }Wc}bT7{'scarce as hen's teethTo say that something is as scarce as hen's teeth emphasizes that it is extremely rare, to the point of non-existence. Take enough supplies.  Water is as scarce as hen's teeth where you're going!IpSA;yscales fall from your eyesWhen the scales fall from your eyes, you finally understand the truth about something. It was only when he was arrested for theft that the scales fell from my eyes and I realized where his money came from.I%s{in bad shapeA person who is in bad shape is in poor physical condition. Have you seen Terry recently? He's really in bad shape.Have you seen Terry recently? He's really in bad shape.IT5]+shape up or ship outThis expression is used to warn someone that if they do not improve, they will have to leave their job. When Tom started neglecting the customers, he was told to shape up or ship out.Iu;Gshape of things to comeIf something, such as a trend or fashion, is the shape of things to come, it is a sign of what is likely to be used or enjoyed by many people in the future. Do you think speed-dating is the shape of things to come?I@%C-shank's ponyIf you go somewhere on Shank's pony, you have to walk rather than travel by bus, car, etc. It was impossible to find a taxi after the party, so it was Shank's pony for us!I =H=-+/sharp as a tackA person who is as sharp as a tack is able to think quickly and learn very fast. You won't have to explain it to him twice.  He's as sharp as a tackI)%Osharp practiceTrying to achieve something by using underhand, deceitful or dishonourable means, that are barely within the law, is called sharp practice. That company is under investigation for sharp practice so it's better to avoid dealing with them.I % ysharp cookieSomeone who is not easily fooled or deceived is a sharp cookie. You can't fool my grandmother.  She's a sharp cookie!I@3W get back into shapeTo get yourself back into shape, you need to take exercise in order to become fit and healthy again. She booked into gym classes, determined to get back into shape.I45]mall shapes and sizesSomething that can be found in many different forms, types or varieties, comes in all shapes and sizes. Computers come in all shapes and sizes nowadays.I 2e(Y9recharge the batteriestake a break or holiday to relax and regain one’s vim and vigour.Two week away would give you time to rest and recharge your batteries.I\1m/in someone's shoesTo talk about being in someone's shoes means to imagine how you would react if you were in a similar situation. Tom's sales have dropped by 30% this month.  I wouldn't like to be in his shoes!I< ?/shoe is on the other footWhen the circumstances have reversed and one person is now doing what the other did in the past, you can say that the shoe is on the other foot. I used to advise my children to eat healthy food.  Now my daughter is a nutritionist and the shoe in on the other foot - she advises me!IJ O5%like ships that pass in the nightThis expression refers to people who meet briefly and are not likely to meet again. The two men met one, like ships that pass in the night, and never met again.I OO*#_ishop aroundIf you shop around, you visit a number of shops selling similar articles in order to compare the prices. You can usually save money by shopping around.I|AO}shoot yourself in the footIf you shoot yourself in the foot  you do or say something which is against your own interests. When Lea was asked at the interview if she had any weaknesses, she really shot herself in the foot the way she answered.I +gon a shoestringIf you do something on a shoestring, you do it with very little money. When I was a student I lived on a shoestring.I9where the shoe pinchesWhen people talk about 'where the shoe pinches', they are referring to an area that is often a source of problems or difficulties. She's sure the public transport system works perfectly, but she'll find out where the shoe pinches when she starts using it!I j2oj+short and sweetSomething that is short and sweet is brief but pleasant. It didn't take us long to agree.  Our conversation was short and sweet.I?+cwindow shoppingWhen people go window shopping, they look at things in shop windows, without actually purchasing anything. I haven't been paid yet,  so I can only go window shopping.I"-! shopping therapyThis term refers to the idea that buying things can make you feel better. A little shopping therapy can usually cheer up bored teenagers.I?)Kshopping spreeIf you go on a shopping spree, you enjoy a lively outing, usually with much spending of money. Liza is planning to go on a shopping spree as soon as she gets her bonus.IJ1A7shop till you dropIf you shop till you drop, you go shopping for a very long time, until you are exhausted. If you go to London with Ashley, you'll shop till you drop, so take comfortable shoesI B10B$|+C'come under fireto be subject ojD= call the shots/ the tuneThe person who calls the shots or the tune is the one who makes all the important decisions and is in control of the situation. He shows a lot of authority but in fact it's his wife who calls the tune.I}C5kocall a spade a spadeA person who calls a spade a spade speaks openly and truthfully about something, especially difficult matters. What I like about the new manager is that he calls a spade a spade - it makes things so much easier for everyone.I/B'Kcall it quitsWhen people temporarily stop doing something or put an end to an activity, they call it quits. OK, we're all exhausted, so let's call it quits for today.IA5}call someone's bluffIf you call someone's bluff, you challenge them to do what they threaten to do (while believing that they will not dare to do it). After the neighbour's threats to demolish the fence, when Jack decided to call his bluff, there were no more complaints.I &n-1_shot in the darkTo refer to a question or statement as a shot in the dark means that it is a complete guess, but at the same time it might be close to the truth. He didn't know which players had been selected, so mentioning Carter's name was just a shot in the dark..I9%=%short shriftIf someone or something gets short shrift, they are given little attention or sympathy. When the boss is very busy, he gives short shrift to anyone who bothers him.I4!1+short fuseWhen someone has a short fuse, they are likely to become angry easily or quickly. Be careful how you explain the situation. The boss has a short fuse these days!IV1i'short end of stickIf you get the short end of the stick, you are treated unfairly or receive less than what is due or deserved. They reached an agreement but Sophie felt she got the short end of the stick.I .JWJ.5qchip on the shoulderIf someone has a chip on their shoulder, the feel resentful because they feel they are being treated unfairly, especially because of their background, their sex or their colour. He's got a chip on his shoulder because he's from a working-class family.I -mshoulder surfingThe practice of looking over somebody's shoulder when they are using a computer, cash dispenser or other electronic device, in order to obtain personal information (identification, account number, password, etc.) is called shoulder surfing.-Io-eashotgun approachIf you use a shotgun approach, you cover a wide range in a non-selective, haphazard and inefficient manner. Identifying a specific segment of the market as our target will be more effective than a shotgun approach.I2)Ocall the shotsIf you call the shots, you are in command of the situation and make all the important decisions. Ask Julie - she's the one who calls the shots around here.I VcViC-Mmout of the depthto not have the knowledge, e'$-shrinking violetA person referred to as a shrinking violet is a timid or shy person. The witness was a shrinking violet who had difficulty expressing herself.I1#9=show someone the ropesIf you show someone the ropes, you teach or explain to them how to do a particular job. The manager is busy showing the ropes to two new trainees.IL";qshow one's true coloursWhen a person shows their true colours, their behaviour reveals their real nature, with their qualities and/or weaknesses. In times of crisis people show their true colours.IY!)A]shouting matchAn argument or debate where people shout loudly at each other is called a shouting match. The debate between the two politicians turned into a shouting match which spoiled the event for viewers.I 9ygive the cold shoulderTo give someone the cold shoulder means to deliberately ignore them. After giving my opinion, he gave me the cold shoulder.I wWaw->O]qnot have a clueorhaven’t a cluehave no idea or inkling about sf,/!significant otherThe term 'significant other' refers to a person, such as a spouse, partner or lover, with whom you have a long-term relationship. Harry says he makes no decisions without consulting his significant other.Ir+GgKsigned, sealed, and deliveredWhen an agreement, contract or treaty is signed, sealed and delivered, all the legal documents are in order. It is hoped that the agreement will be signed, sealed and delivered before the end of the week.I?*3g{sign on dotted lineIf you sign on the dotted line, you formally give your consent to something by signing an official document. I consulted a lawyer before signing on the dotted line.Ib)9sign own death warrantIf you do something that causes your own downfall, or prevents you from being successful, you sign your own death warrant. When he decided to drop out of college, he signed his own death warrant.I Pot!0'+silver surferA silver surfer is an elderly person who uses the internet. After just a few questions my grandmother was ready to join the silver surfers.Iw/Uu9born with silver spoon in your mouthTo say that someone is born with a silver spoon in their mouth means that their family is very rich and privileged. Alice never has to worry about money;  she was born with a silver spoon in her mouth.I].'=ksilver liningA silver lining refers to the good or pleasant side-effects of an unpleasant situation. 'Every cloud has a silver lining' means that there is a positive or hopeful side to every unpleasant situation.I,-'; silver bulletThis term refers to an extremely effective or magical solution to a difficult problem. There is no silver bullet that will put an end to unemployment.I WJVW-4;q%make all the differencehave a v{47u_sing a different tuneIf somebody sings a different tune, they change their opinion about something, or their attitude towards something. He had no sympathy for people out of work until he lost his own job;  now he's singing a different tune.Ip37/since time immemorialIf something has existed since time immemorial, it has been there for such a long time that nobody can recall a time without it. I don't know when that bridge was built.  It's been there since time immemorial.I*2/3simplicity itselfSomething that is simplicity itself is extremely easy to do. Using the tool is simplicity itself;  just turn it on and the instructions appear.I1) gsilver-tonguedA silver-tongued person is a smooth talker who speaks so convincingly that they manage to persuade others to do what they want. A silver-tongued salesman persuaded my mother to buy a new washing machine although the one she had was fine!Iofflrx~ &,28>DJPV\bhntz "(.4:@FLRX^djpv|./-Akeep own counselsay little or nothing about one’s opinions or intentions.Our boss is notorious fod,gZkosكw̓{T   z"O&̄*'/%4݄8ׄ<@E˄HzLPAUNZ_>d"h#lp'ty} ͅ!&*.27;?D…HÅKąOŅTDžXȅ\Ʌ`ʅd˅i̅m΅qЅuхy҅}ӆԆՆ ֆ׆؆چۆ ܆$݆(ކ,߆048<@EJNRV[`dhlquy}  $)-27; S5oo+-Uuin the ascendantIncreasingly successful or powerful.He’s v[8!YQsiphon offIf someone siphons something off, they transfer something from one place to another, often illegally. It was discovered that he had siphoned off money from the business into an account in a tax haven.I<759sink your teeth intoIf you sink your teeth into something, you do it with a lot of energy and enthusiasm. When Julie got promoted, she immediately sank her teeth into her new job.I969Isink one's differencesIf people or organisations sink their differences, they decide to forget their disagreements. We must sink our differences and build a peaceful community.Il5%1sink or swimIf someone has to sink or swim, they have to do something alone, and their success or failure depends entirely on their own efforts. The sink-or-swim attitude in the company can be very difficult for young recruits.I Tf1$/+ain broad daylightduring the day.The beautiful woman was shot at very close range in broad daylight in front of her house in Washington DC.I#'s3inr<]q+six of one and half a dozen of the otherThis expression means that there is no real difference between two choices; both are equally good or equally bad. I didn't know who to vote for. It was six of one and half a dozen of the other!I];){+sitting prettySomeone who is sitting pretty is in a good or fortunate situation, especially compared to others who are not so lucky. He sold his shares at a good time so he's now sitting pretty and enjoying life.I%:9sit up and take noticeA person who sits up and takes notice become alert and attentive. The announcement of the winner made everyone sit up and take notice.I(9-'sit on the fenceIf you sit on the fence, you avoid taking sides in a discussion or argument. It's an important issue.  You can't continue to sit on the fence!I .&j.)M'1thinly veiledIf something such as a feeling or reaction is thinly veiled, it is barely hidden. His disappointment was thinly veiled when he saw what he had won.I%L1think the world ofIf you think the world of someone, you like or admire them very much. She's a wonderful grandmother - the children think the world of her.IbK[mthink the sun rises and sets on someoneIf you consider someone to be the most wonderful person in the world, you think the sun rises and sets on them. She adores her husband - she thinks the sun rises and sets on him!I8J7%)think outside the boxPeople who think outside the box try to find innovative ideas or solutions. Our competitors are more creative than us - they really think outside the box!IVI1qthink on your feetA person who thinks on their feet is capable of adjusting rapidly to new developments and making quick decisions, Good lawyers need to be able to think on their feet when pleading a case.I @*C@."'Asin deep waterin difficulty, in problem.I’m going to be in deep water if my boss refuses to approve the project done by me after the hard work of a week.I-}have been aroundhave existed; have acquired a lot of worldly experience.There is nothing new abou?3smskeleton staff/crewIf a business or organisation works with a skeleton staff, it is run with the smallest number of people necessary. The office is closed the week after Christmas but there will be a skeleton staff to handle essential operations.Ic>3m;skating on thin iceIf you are skating on thin ice, you are doing or saying something risky, or something that could cause trouble. Don't mention that subject during the negotiations or you could be skating on thin ice.IR=3M9at sixes and sevensIf someone is at sixes and sevens, they are in a state of confusion or not very well organised. The managers were at sixes and sevens when they were informed of the Chairman's visit.I } >}=C?]uby the skin of your teethTo do something by the skin of our teeth means that you just manage to do it, but that you almost fail. He passed the driving test by the skin of his teeth!IGB=K(no) skin off one's noseTo use this expression means that you don't care if something happens. It's no skin off my nose if he doesn't accept the invitation - I don't care one way or another.I6A1aqskin someone aliveIf you are angry and threaten to skin someone alive, you mean that you are going to punish them severely. If that kid damages my again, I'll skin him alive!I9@!-9skin a catThe expression 'there's more than one way to skin a cat' means that there are many different ways of achieving something. How about trying a different method? There's more than one way to skin a cat you know!How about trying a different method? There's more than one way to skin a cat you know!I FUsn+!1chicken-heartednot brave.They are just chicken-hearted boys. They can't defend themselves from any attacks.If<;_Gslice/share of the cakeWhen people feel entitled to a share of the profits or benefits, they want a (larger) slice of the cake. Since profits are higher this year, the workers feel they deserve a bigger slice of the cake.I;'7Wpiece of cakeTo refer to something as a piece of cake means that you consider it to be very easy. The English test was a piece of cake!Im:; )in cahoots with someoneIf one person is in cahoots with another, they are working in close partnership, usually conspiring to do something dishonest. There was a rumour that the Mayor was in cahoots with a chain of supermarkets.I69![by degreesIf something happens or develops by degrees, it happens gradually or little by little as time goes by. By degrees their business relationship grew into friendship.I ==STG/oslap on the wristIf you get a slap on the wrist, you receive mild punishment, or you are reprimanded for something you have done. I got a slap on the wrist from my wife for leaving the kitchen in a mess.IFF33;the sky's the limitTo say the sky's the limit means that there is no limit to the possibility of success or progress for someone or something. "How successful do you think the project will be?" "Who knows ... the sky's the limit!""How successful do you think the project will be?" "Who knows ... the sky's the limit!"I|E9A(put) skin in the gameIf you put skin in the game, you show your confidence in a company by making a considerable investment or a financial commitment. I got good news today.  Apparently a serious investor is willing to put skin in the game.I?D9Ajump out of one's skinIf you jump out of your skin, you are extremely surprised or shocked. Jane nearly jumped out of her skin when the horse put its head through the kitchen window!I +d5+kget on the bandwagondo something bec,K] not sleep a wink not get a wink of sleepIf someone doesn't get a wink of sleep, they don't sleep a all. It was so noisy in the hotel, I didn't get a wink of sleep.ICJ#_sleep on itIf you take time (until the next day) to think something over before making a decision, you sleep on it. I suggest you sleep on it.  You can give me your decision  tomorrow.II-ywsleep like a logIf you sleep like a log, you sleep deeply or soundly. After a day at the beach, I usually sleep like a log.IKHCYsledgehammer to crack a nutUsing a sledgehammer to crack a nut means using disproportionate force to solve a problem. He called the police because his neighbour was rude? - now that's using a sledgehammer to crack a nut!He called the police because his neighbour was rude? - now that's using a sledgehammer to crack a nut!I LLH EO7Ugive someone the slipIf you give somebody the slip, you manage to hide or get away from the person who is following you. The police were on his trail, but he managed to give them the slip.IkN7sling mudTo say that someone is slinging mud at another person means that they are trying to damage that person's reputation by saying bad things about them. During election campaigns, candidates often sling mud at each other.I`M/_Gslice of the cakeWhen people feel entitled to a share of the profits or benefits, they want a (larger) slice of the cake. Since profits are higher this year, the workers feel they deserve a bigger slice of the cake.IL;csleeping/silent partnerThis term refers to a person who invests in a business without taking an active part in its management, and whose association with the enterprise is not public knowledge. He works alone but his business is partly financed by a sleeping partner.I }f`^}13u)go through channelsproceed by consulting the proper persons or of]S/(as) sly as a foxSomeone who is as sly as a fox is cunning and clever at getting what they want, especially by deceiving or tricking people. Be wary of that insurance salesman.  He's known to be as sly as a fox.I~R!97slush fundA slush fund is an account or fund in politics or business where money is set aside for various unofficial purposes, often unethical or even illegal. A large commission taken from the slush fund ensured the success of the negotiations.IQ1Wslippery as an eelTo say that someone is as slippery as an eel means that they are difficult to catch and they manage to avoid answering questions. The man was as slippery as an eel.  He was arrested for theft several times but was never convicted.IP+slipped my mindIf something has slipped your mind, you have forgotten about it. Oh dear! It slipped my mind that the shops were closed today!I >E>K"X5OWsmoke like a chimneySomeone who smokes a large amount of tobacco on a regular basis is said to smoke like a chimney. My grandfather smoked like a chimney.IW5ysmash hitA very successful performance in music, films, theatre, etc. is called a smash hit. The film 'Titanic' was a smash hit all over the world.I>V!G)smart alecA smart alec is an annoying self-assertive person who tries to show off how clever they are. Some smart alec interrupted the game claiming that the answers were incorrect!I*U#5small hoursThe term 'the small hours' means after midnight or the very early hours of the day. Sarah worked until the small hours on her speech for the ceremony.I Tqsmall fryPeople or organisations that are considered unimportant can be referred to as small fry. This term can also refer to young children. The police seized a large quantity of drugs, and some small fry, but not the organisers they were hoping to catch.I `#@j`Mx)do one\3Usmokestack industryIndustries involved in heavy manufacturing such as the production of iron and steel, especially if they cause a lot of pollution, are called smokestack industries. Smokestack industries are no longer authorized  in residential areas.IR[#ysmokescreenA smokescreen is an action or tactic intended to conceal or divert attention from your real intentions or activities. His travel business was just a smokescreen for his political activities.I_Z/w-smoke and mirrorsAn attempt to conceal or distort the truth (like a magician) in order to confuse people is called smoke and mirrors. The outgoing president used smoke and mirrors to make the situation look better.IYY'o1smoke signalsTo say that there are smoke signals means that there are indications that something is probably going to happen. All the smoke signals seem to indicate that the company is going to be taken over.I !3!oa! Gsnail mailThis term refers to the standard system of mail delivery, or postal service, considered very slow compared to electronic mail. More and more people are using e-mail rather than the traditional postal service, snail mail.I"`-9uin smooth watersA business or operation that is in smooth waters is making regular and easy progress. The company seems to be in smooth waters these days.IJ_;E)smooth ruffled feathersIf you smooth someone's ruffled feathers, you make that person feel less angry or offended. Tom took the criticism badly but James managed to smooth his ruffled feathers.I'^+;smooth the pathTo smooth the path for something means to make progress easier or enable it to happen. Speaking the language smoothed the path for negotiations.II]#1Ssmoking gunA smoking gun is a piece of evidence or the indisputable sign of someone's guilt. The fingerprints left on the door-handle was the smoking gun that enabled the police to arrest him.I neY)#snatch victory from the jaws of defeatIf you manage to win something such as a match or a contest, when you are on the verge of losing, you snatch victory from the jaws of defeat. With a last-minute goal, the team snatched victory form the jaws of defeat.Iid'mSsnap decisionA quick decision based on an impulse, without taking time to weigh the consequences, is called a snap decision. Completely overworked, he suddenly turned off his computer and made a snap decision to go swimming.IJc1G1snake in the grassSomeone who pretends to be your friend while actually betraying you is a snake in the grass. I thought I could trust my colleague but he turned out to be a snake in the grass.Ib/at a snail's paceIf something moves at a snail's pace, it moves very slowly. The old man was driving along the road at a snail's pace.I H~`j!oGcall bluffexpose 0i9'snug as a bug in a rugThis is a humorous way of saying that you are warm and comfortable. Wrapped up in a blanket on the sofa, Sophie looked as snug as a bug in a rug.IFh%asnowed underSomeone who is snowed under has so many things to do, usually work, that they unable to cope with it all. With the 'flu epidemic, doctors and nurses are completely snowed under.I;g5!5not to be sneezed atSomething that is not to be sneezed at should not be rejected or refused. If I were you I'd accept the proposal.  An offer like that is not to be sneezed at.Iuf19sneak preview/peekA sneak preview (or sneak peek) is a special viewing of a film or art production given to a select audience before being shown to the general public. Television reporters were given a sneak preview of the next episode.I }{}zm+oosoften the blowWhen someone tries to soften the blow, they do something to make an unpleasant event or action easier to accept. In spite of the extra payments given to soften the blow, the loss of their jobs was a catastrophe for the miners.Il)}soft spotIf you have a soft spot for someone or something, you particularly like them. My grandfather has always had a soft spot for fast cars.Ik#s}soft optionIf you choose the easiest course of action available, which is usually not very effective, you take a soft option. Their father took a soft option and confiscated the skateboard for the week-end, hoping his sons would stop quarrelling.Icj-social butterflyA person who has a lot of friends and acquaintances and likes to flit from one social event to another is called a social butterfly. Jessica is constantly out and about;  she's a real social butterfly.I *{m,b-aacome full cq#;Wsour grapesTo say that someone's attitude is 'sour grapes' means that they are trying to make others believe that something they cannot have is of no importance. When she didn't get the job she said she wasn't interested in it anyway, but that's just sour grapes!I`p/=kfrom soup to nutsIf you do something from soup to nuts, you do it all the way through, from the beginning to the end (like from the first to the last course of a meal). She told us the whole story, from soup to nuts.I+o%1sound hollowIf an explanation, apology or promise sounds hollow, it seems false or insincere. I don't think he's sorry at all.  His apology sounded hollow to me.IRn/sound/smell fishyIf something sounds or smells fishy, you are suspicious about it. Do you believe what she said? Her story sounds fishy to me!Do you believe what she said? Her story sounds fishy to me!I TT8\#y)closed booksometh!u1spare-part surgerySpare-part surgery refers to surgery in which a diseased or non-functioning organ is replaced with a transplanted or artificial organ.-I!t5?cspanner in the worksIf someone or something throws a spanner (or a wrench) in the works, they do something that causes problems and prevents the success of a plan or event. The two companies were keen to sign the agreement before anything happened to throw a spanner in the works.IKs'sow wild oatsA person, usually a man, who sows their wild oats goes through a period of carefree pleasure-seeking while they are young. He was advised to sow his wild oats before he got married.Ir9ssow seeds of suspicionIf someone's behaviour, or something they say, sows the seeds of suspicion, it leads people to suspect that they are guilty. The fact that the boy spent a lot of money after the burglary sowed the seeds of suspicion in the neigbours' minds.I ?!?^}-speed networkingThis term refers to a relatively new urban trend which consists in making a potential business contact by briefly talking to a series of people at an organised event and exchanging contact details.-I]|'YOspeak volumesIf something speaks volumes, it expresses a reaction or opinion very clearly, with no need for words. The happy smile on the child's face when he opened the box spoke volumes about my choice of gift.IQ{3speak same languageIf two or more people speak the same language, they have similar opinions or ideas, so they understand each other very well. We work well together because we speak the same language.I%zQm!speak softly and carry a big stickIf you speak softly and carry a big stick, you express your views in a quite non-aggressive manner, but you make it clear that you are in a position to use force if necessary. As a leader he recommends the 'speak softly and carry a big stick' method.I x1LA#spaper 95?To fly off the handle.To lose your temper.When I told her that the dog ate my homework, she flew off the handle, and shouted at me.I -{To be a doormat.Describes someone who doesn't stand up for his/herself."She treated him like a doormat, but he never complained."ID?qoTo be at sixes and sevensUsed to describe a state of confusion or disarray.I was trying to upload photos into my blog, but I was all at sixes and sevens, I didn't have a clue how to do it!In+3Seven year itchA real or imagined longing for other relationships in the seventh year of marriage.Far too many couples suffer from the seven-year itch (which has been reduced these days to the two-year and even seven-month itch),I/YA one horse town.A very small town. (Usually negative.)The town I grew up in was a one-horse town. I couldn't wait to move.I D3QOa cinchsomething that is very easy to do.I was not confident 7Otake the easy way outIf you take the easy way out, you choose the easiest way to deal with a difficult situation, even if it is not the best solution. The weather conditions were so bad that Mary took the easy way out and cancelled her appointment.I%}take it easyWhen you relax, or do things at a comfortable pace, you take it easy. It's nice to slow down at the week-end and take it easy.IQ~1take a dim view ofIf you take a dim view of something, you disapprove of it. When Harry and Sally decided to live together without getting married, their grandparents took a dim view of the situation.Ic})!take one's cueWhen you take your cue from someone, you wait for a signal or follow someone's example, so as to know what to do yourself or when to act. The waiter took his cue from Jack and starting serving the drinks.I TETm8#9buy a lemonIf buy something, especially a car, that is defective, unsatisfactory, constantly gives trouble or stops running after a short time, you buy a lemon. The car I bought was a real lemon.  It broke down two weeks later.I07Cbutterflies in your stomachIf you have butterflies in your stomach, you are feeling very nervous. At the beginning of an exam, I always have butterflies in my stomach.I"6Qe#butter wouldn't melt in your mouthIf you say that someone looks as if butter wouldn't melt in their mouth, you mean that they look completely innocent, but that they are capable of doing unpleasant things. The boy who stole the purse looked as if butter wouldn't melt in his mouth.I]51{#butter somebody upWhen you butter someone up, you flatter them or you are very nice to them, especially if you want to obtain something. He was so keen to get the job that he spent his time buttering up the boss.I 'L{8eEat bottombasically, fundamentally; also, in reality.She speaks s:|!atake coverWhen someone takes cover, they hide from a danger, or bad weather, in a place where they find protection. As soon as the explosion was heard, people ran to take cover.IC{3ctake it on the chinWhen you take it on the chin, you are brave and accept adversity, criticism or defeat without complaining. When his contract was not renewed, Mark took it on the chin.IWzEM1take the bloom off somethingIf an incident or event takes the bloom off something, it spoils it or makes it less enjoyable. Their noisy argument in the middle of the party took the bloom off the atmosphere.IUy-e-take a back seatIf you take a back seat you choose to have a less important function and become less involved in something. He decided it was time to take a back seat and let someone younger run the club.I $d.sB+!1chicken heartednot brave.These chicken hearted bosses always seem to give in at the first sign of a strike> ! ispoon feedIf a person is spoon-fed, they are helped too much rather than encouraged to think by themselves or use their own initiative. Some teachers tend to spoon-feed their pupils.I0 1Asponge off someoneIf you sponge off someone, you live at the expense of another person, accepting their hospitality without sharing the costs or doing something in return. Amy has been sponging off her grandparents for the past two months. She neither shares the expenses nor helps in the house.I' ssplash out onIf you splash out on something, you spend a lot of money on it. Chloe's parents really splashed out on her wedding.IX5o!spitting in the windIf you spend time trying to do something that is impossible to achieve, you are said to be spitting in the wind. You'll never make him change his mind.  You're just spitting in the wind.I  < cash inearn a^1w)spread one's wingsWhen someone spreads their wings, they become independent, begin to use their abilities and develop their interests. There comes a time when young people must be encouraged to spread their wings.IK 5[spread like wildfireIf something such as news, rumours or gossip spreads like wildfire, it becomes widely known very fast. As soon as the nomination was announced, the news spread like wildfire.I %i(be) spot onIf something is spot on, it is exactly right. That bag is an absolute match for my outfit!  The colour is spot on!Iq ;put someone on the spotIf you put someone on the spot, you put them in a difficult position, for example by asking difficult questions which they cannot avoid. The reporter was put on the spot when he was asked to reveal his source.I @5Th75come uphappen unexpectedly.He will not be able to attend the meeting if something else comes up.Il6%akcome u8#Gsquare dealA transaction that is fair and honest, or an equitable arrangement, is called a square deal. We've used the same supplier for years and we always get a square deal.I]?on the spur of the momentIf you do something on the spur of the moment, you do it as soon as you think of it, spontaneously, without any planning. He decided on the spur of the moment to buy flowers for his wife.I/[no spring chickenTo say that someone is no spring chicken means that they are quite old or well past their youth. "How old is the owner?"  "I don't know, but she's no spring chicken.""How old is the owner?"  "I don't know, but she's no spring chicken."I<;]wspread oneself too thinIf you spread yourself too thin, you do too many things at the same time and can't do any of them well. Don't spread yourself too thin or you'll get nowhere.I IT~;77stand on own two feetIf you stand on your own two feet, you are independent and need no help from anyone. When young people leave home, they learn to stand on their own two feet.I$/stand on ceremonyWhen people stand on ceremony, they behave in a very formal way. We'd be delighted to come and see you but please don't stand on ceremony.IR- stab in the backIf someone stabs you in the back, they betray you by doing something harmful to you when you thought you could trust them. His best friend stabbed him in the back by voting against him.IqA+ square peg in a round holeTo say that a person is a square peg in a round hole means that they are not suitable for the job they are doing or the situation they are in. He was a bad choice for the job - a square peg in a round hole.I3#3%square mealWhen people talk about a square meal, they mean a substantial and satisfying meal. I don't need a fancy restaurant, just a place where I can get a square meal.I =9\5%/+stand up forWhen you defend or support a person, a belief or an idea, you stand up for them. A growing number of citizens are standing up for the victims of discrimination.IY9Y5stand the test of timeIf something stands the test of time, people continue to find it valuable or useful after many years. The teaching method has stood the test of time.  It is still used in schools today.I3#?stand in good steadTo say that a skill, an ability or previous experience will stand you in good stead means that it will be beneficial to you in the future. Being able to speak another language will stand you in good stead when looking for a job.I?17+stand one's groundIf you stand your ground you maintain your position and refuse to yield or give way. He claimed innocence and stood his ground in spite of the repeated accusations.I `2(-Wu 33stay one jump aheadIf you stay one jump ahead, you keep an advantage over others by making sure you are better informed or taking action before they do. He is a successful journalist because he always stays one jump ahead of the others.I(-+state of the artIf something is described as state-of-the-art, it is the most advanced model currently available, incorporating the latest and best technology.-I -ostarter marriageA starter marriage is a short-lived first marriage that ends in divorce with no kids, no property and no regrets.-I3stars in one's eyesIf someone has stars in their eyes, they are looking extremely happy. She had stars in her eyes when she saw the car she had wonI-)ystark raving madTo say that someone is stark raving mad means that they are completely crazy. You're stark raving mad to go sailing in this weather.I   \W#I1bide timewait for the opportune moment.The wild cat sat quietly in front of the rabbit’s hiding place, biding his time.I}"U/ big cheese, or fish, or gun, or shotimp+#)=steal the showA person who steals the show gets more attention or praise than the other participants. The Japanese competitor stole the show at the Olympic games.I*"; !steal someone's thunderIf you steal someone's thunder you take their idea or plan and draw attention and praise away from them by presenting it first. Fred had developed a plan to reduce production costs, but the manager stole his thunder by announcing Fred's idea at the regional meeting.I!'steal a marchIf you steal a march on someone, you do something in an unexpected or secret way that enables you to gain an advantage over them. We were able to steal a march on other retailers by immediately offering a 10% reduction on orders received the first day.I R:(5?step into the breachIf you step into the breach, you do work that someone else is unexpectedly unable to do. Steve stepped into the breach when his colleague had a car accident.I=''E#stem the tideIf you stem the tide (of events), you stop the development of something bad or undesirable. The authorities seem unable to stem the rising tide of violence in schools.I4&!Ysteamed upIf someone gets steamed up about something, they become very angry, excited or enthusiastic about it. Calm down - there's no need to get all steamed up about it!I,%51under your own steamIf you go somewhere under your own steam, you do so without any help from others. No need to pick us up.  We'll get there under our own steam.Iz$'kyit's a steal!If you find something that you want for a very low price, much lower than what it is worth, you can say 'it's a steal!'. He's selling it for $20?  At that price it's a steal!He's selling it for $20?  At that price it's a steal!I ..OIV!y'blind datean arranged meeting for two people have never met ea8,-#5step out of lineIf you step out of line, you do something unacceptable or break the rules. It was made clear upon arrival that we would be dismissed if we stepped out of line.I[+9wstep on someone's toesIf you annoy or irritate someone by intervening in a situation that is their responsibility, you step on their toes. I could offer some advice but I'm afraid of stepping on someone's toes.I|*+Mstep on the gasIf someone tells you to step on the gas, they are encouraging you to accelerate or hurry up in order to get something done quickly. We'd better step on the gas and get these figures printed.  The meeting starts in half an hour.IN)?Sstep into someone's shoesIf you step into someone's shoes, you take over a job or position held by someone else before you. William has been trained to step into his father's shoes when he retires.I Vq'Ubody and soulwith all one’s effort a@07Qstick on one's throatIf something sticks in your throat (or craw), it is very difficult to accept and makes you angry or resentful. The way he treats women really sticks in my throat!-Ik/9oCstew in your own juiceIf you let someone stew in their own juice, you leave them to worry about the consequences of their own actions. Ricky spent last night in prison for starting a fight - let him just stew in his own juice!Ia.')sterner stuffIf someone is made of sterner stuff, they have a strong character and are better able to deal with difficulties than others. I was surprised to see him so upset.  I thought he was made of sterner stuff.I&-!1take stepsIf you take steps, you start a course of action in order to accomplish something. The town is taking steps to improve security in public car parks.I 3:=%gburn bridgesdestroy someone’s possibility of retreat, act decisively.She has a$41)stick to your gunsIf you stick to your guns, you show determination when faced with opposition. The government stuck to its guns in spite of the criticism.I3-}stick out a mileIf something sticks out a mile, it is very obvious or very easy to see. You can see she's had a facelift - it sticks out a mile!Iu23Istick something outIf you stick something out, you continue to endure it in spite of the difficulties or unpleasant aspects of the situation. Life is difficult here, but Luke is going to stick it out because he is determined to succeed.II1CKstick out like a sore thumbIf something sticks out like a sore thumb, it is very obvious or visible in an unpleasant way. The modern building sticks out like a sore thumb among the old houses.I l4-9busman's holidayA busman's holiday is when you spend your spare time or your holidays doing the same sort of activity as you do in your job. My husband is a chef, so for him time off with the family is often a busman's holiday!I35+Ebusiness is businessThis is a way of saying that in financial and commercial matters, friendship or personal feelings should not be allowed to have any influence. I'll hire your brother only if he is the best candidate. I'm sorry but business is business!I~2=w]business before pleasureThis expression means that it is considered preferable to finish one's work before going to relax and enjoy oneself. I'd love to have lunch with you  but I've got a report to finish - business before pleasure I'm afraid!Il1/%business as usualAfter an unpleasant or unexpected event, this expression means that everything is continuing in a normal way, in spite of the difficulties. It was business as usual at the supermarket the day after the hold-up.I ..08)}Qsticky fingersSomeone who has sticky fingers has a tendency to steal. Items have been disappearing from the stock recently. Do any of the employees have sticky fingers?I]79ystickler for the rulesSomeone who is a stickler for the rules is a disciplinarian who demands strict observance of the rules or procedures. Be sure to use the proper form.  Mr. Brown is a stickler for the rules.IS6)sticking pointA sticking point is a controversial issue that causes an interruption or blocks progress in discussions or negotiations. The choice of distributor was a sticking point in the negotiations.Ib51 stick to your lastIf you tell someone to stick to their last, you are asking them to restrict their intervention or comments to an area where they have knowledge and experience, and to keep away from areas where they know nothing. (A 'last' is used in making and repairing shores.) Why don't you stick to your last and let me handle this matter.I <FM=! stir-crazyIf a person goes stir-crazy, they become very agitated or nervous because they have been confined to a place for too long. After several days in quarantine, people were going stir-crazy.IC<;e}stir up a hornet's nestIf you stir up a hornet's nest, you do something which causes a commotion and provokes criticism and anger. His letter to the Board stirred up a real hornet's nest.I;5#ostink to high heavenIf something has a very strong unpleasant smell, it stinks to high heaven. Take off those socks - they stink to high heaven!Ir:/Systing someone forIf you sting someone for an amount of money, you make them pay for something, usually in a deceitful manner. Not only was the lunch boring but I was stung for $25!Not only was the lunch boring but I was stung for $25!I@91Mon a sticky wicketIf you find yourself on a sticky wicket, you are in a situation that is difficult to deal with. They've refused to sign the contract so we're on a sticky wicket now!I sRs[B%stool pigeonA person who acts as an informer, especially one who gives information to the police or the authorities, is called a stool pigeon. I don't trust Jack. I think he's a stool pigeon for the management.I#yoin stitchesWhen people are in stitches, they are laughing a lot. The story was so funny, everyone was in stitches.I ?qu})aCthe beau monderich and fashiwF1Ca storm is brewingIf you say that a storm is brewing, you mean that the atmosphere indicates that there is going to be trouble, probably with outbursts of anger or emotion. As soon as we saw Pete's face, we knew there was a storm brewing.IVE%[Astop the rotWhen you prevent a situation from deteriorating, especially in business or politics, you stop the rot. There was so much conflict in the office that a new manager was appointed to stop the rot.IJD+q stop at nothingSomeone who would stop at nothing would do anything, even something illegal or immoral, to obtain what they want. He's stop at nothing if there was a possibility of making money.I=C?U}stop dead in one's tracksIf you stop dead in your tracks, you stop suddenly because you are frightened or totally surprised. When Steve saw the snake, he stopped dead in his tracks.I ?43?pJ-7(same) old storyA common occurrence, or something that happens regularly or always in the same way, is called an old story or the same old story. It's always the same old story: we do all the work and the boss takes all the credit!I}I9M cut a long story shortWhen talking about something, if you say 'to cut a long story short', you indicate that you are going to say what is essential rather than go into the details. To cut a long story short, Anne and Jim are getting a divorce.I6H3Kstormy relationshipIf you have a stormy relationship with someone, you have a lot of arguments and disagreements. After a very stormy relationship, they decided to separate.IG35Ia storm in a teacupTo refer to something as a storm in a teacup means that people are making a lot of unnecessary fuss or getting excited about something unimportant. They were arguing about who should go to the supermarket, but it was just a storm in a teacup.I BR5gN+y?the last straw!This expression means that this is the latest unpleasant event and that you cannot tolerate the situation any longer. After a long day of negotiations with the protesters, the traffic jam was the last straw!IJM1astrange bedfellowsThis expression refers to the unusual or unlikely association of two or more people, companies or states. A car manufacturer and a bakery - strange bedfellows don't you think?IlL5[]straight as a ramrodSomeone who is (as) straight as a ramrod is a person who keeps a straight back and looks very serious. When my grandfather invited us for dinner, he used to sit straight as a ramrod at the head of the table.I:K5Estraight as an arrowSomeone who is as straight as an arrow is a morally upright person who is extremely honest. You can leave the keys with Andy.  He's as straight as an arrow.I tGt]|m)9-brownie pointOR/I;stretch the truthWhen you stretch the truth, you exaggerate the facts or say things that are not exactly true. Some candidates are tempted to stretch the truth about their skills or work experience.ISQMgby no stretch of the imaginationThe expression 'by no stretch of the imagination' means 'however hard you may try to believe or imagine it'. By no stretch of the imagination could he be called handsome.IDP'M)streets aheadIf a person or organisation is streets ahead of another, they are much better or more advanced. In measures to preserve the planet, the Scandinavians are streets ahead of us.IO?O3street-smart / streetwiseA person who is street-smart or streetwise has enough experience and knowledge about life in the city to be able to deal with difficult or dangerous situations. The kids living in this area are all street-smart - they're in less danger than us.I @As@=W#K!strike homeWhen somebody's comments or remarks strike home, they make you fully understand the situation. The seriousness of his injuries struck home as he listened to the surgeon.I:V#C#strike goldIf you strike gold, you find exactly what you need : satisfaction, wealth, happiness, etc. I think she struck gold this time in her new job.  It suits her perfectly.I0U3+strike a false noteIf you strike a false note, you do something wrong or inappropriate. He struck a false note when he arrived at the cocktail party wearing old jeans.IJT/{strictly businessAn appointment or event that is entirely devoted to business, with no leisure or relaxation, is called strictly business. Yes we had lunch together but it was strictly business.I;S5;in strict confidenceIf you say something in strict confidence, you tell it as a secret not to be revealed. Please don't repeat this.  I'm telling it to you in strict confidence.I -b+qUalpha and omegathe beginning and the end, the first and the last\[9{strike/hit a raw nerveIf something you say strikes or hits a raw nerve, it upsets someone because they are very sensitive about the subject. You struck a raw nerve when you mentioned divorce. They're separating.I;Z+_strike pay dirtIf you strike pay dirt, you are lucky and suddenly find yourself in a successful money-making situation. Charlie finally struck pay dirt with his latest invention.IY/}wstrike (it) luckyWhen someone strikes it lucky, they run into good luck. We had a sunny week in Scotland - we struck it lucky!InXEO]strike while the iron is hotIf you strike while the iron is hot, you act immediately because now is the ideal time to do it. The price of property has dropped.  It's a good time to buy.  You should strike while the iron is hot.I U<UE_3ono strings attachedAn offer 'with no strings attached' is an offer made without conditions or restrictions, and requires nothing in return. I managed to get a loan with no strings attached.I^Ayanother string to your bowIf you have another string to your bow, you have another skill or possible course of action if everything else fails. As well as her excellent qualifications, she's got another string to her bow to help her find a job.  She speaks fluent Chinese.IV]51[string someone alongIf you string someone along, you deliberately mislead them about your intentions. Bob finally realized that Mary had just been stringing him along; she had no intention of marrying him.If\79qstrike the right noteIf you strike or hit the right note, you say or do something suitable or appropriate. He struck the right note with his future mother-in-law when he gave her a book on gardening - her favourite hobby!I 7FSHc+;?stumbling blockA problem or obstacle that prevents you from achieving something is a stumbling block. My father adapted quite well but the language was always a stumbling block for my mother.Iob5 3stuck in a time warpSomething that has not changed at all from some time in the past, when everything else has, is caught or stuck in a time warp. This place seem to be stuck in a time warp.  It's exactly as it was in the 1950's.Ima1wGstubborn as a muleIf someone is as stubborn as a mule, they are very obstinate and unwilling to listen to reason or change their mind. His friends advised him to accept the offer, but you know Larry - he's as stubborn as a mule!IE`#{struck dumbIf someone is struck dumb, they are unable to speak because they are so surprised, shocked or frightened by something. The accused was struck dumb when the verdict was announcedI X;>X*zUSabout tobe on the point of doing something.I was abo?g/C!suit every pocketThis term refers to the amount of money you are able to spend or the price you can afford. The store offers a wide range of computers at prices to suit every pocket.If)'sugar the pillIf you sugar the pill, you try to make some unpleasant news more acceptable by saying something pleasant at the same time. When Tim's parents announced that he was going to boarding school, they tried to sugar the pill by telling him he'd be home at the week-ends.Iye79sublime to ridiculousIf something goes from the sublime to the ridiculous, it deteriorates in quality from serious or admirable to absurd or unimportant. An opera followed by a Mr. Muscle contest is going from the sublime to the ridiculous!IAd%Won the stumpBefore an election, when  politicians are campaigning for support and votes, they are on the stump. On the stump for months, the candidates attended meeting after meeting.I -(-b/scall ow0-}Ybury the hatchetWhen people who have had a disagreement decide to forget their quarrel and become friends again, they bury the hatchet. I didn't agree with my colleague's decision, but for the sake of peace, I decided to bury the hatchet.Id//'bury head in sandIf you bury your head in the sand, you refuse to face the unpleasant reality by pretending that the situation doesn't exist. It's no good burying your head in the sand. We've got a problem on our hands.Ie.-7}burning questionWhat everyone is asking, and what we all want to know about, is called the burning question. Who leaked the information? That's the burning question!Who leaked the information? That's the burning question!I-1E%on the back burnerIf you put a project or issue on the back burner, you decide to deal with it at a later date because you do not consider it to be that urgent or important. When Julie was offered a promotion she put her MBA plans on the back burner.I8AAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAA8AAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAsAAAAAAAAAAAAAAA8AAAAAAAAAAA8AAAA7AAAA87AAAAAAAAAA8AAAAAAAAAA<AAAAAAAAAsssssssssssssssssssss,ssssss8ssssssssssssssss d ^d`dk3m)swallow one's prideIf you swallow your pride, you accept something humiliating or embarrassing, for example having to admit that you are wrong, or that you have less knowledge that you thought. When Jill failed the exam, she had to swallow her pride and repeat the course.IXj-GQswallow the baitIf you swallow the bait, you accept an offer made specially to persuade you to do something. When customers see a 'special offer' sign, they usually swallow the bait and purchase the product.I*i_osuss outIf you suss out something, such as a problem or a situation, you examine it and manage to understand it. Ask Jack to explain - he's got it all sussed out!Iph;uEsurvival of the fittestThis expression means that the most able, or those best capable of adapting to particular conditions, will survive. I plant some flowers in the spring and hope for the best - it's the survival of the fittest!I RSyR=p#K!sweet toothSomeone who has a sweet tooth enjoys eating sweet things like sugar, pastries, chocolate, etc. She'll be delighted if you bring her chocolates - she's got a sweet tooth.I$o)=ysweet nothingsPleasant but unimportant words that lovers say to each other are called sweet nothings. He whispered sweet nothings in her ear as they danced.I:n3Osweep under the rugIf you sweep something under the rug (or carpet), you try to hide it because it is embarrassing. They tried unsuccessfully to sweep the scandal under the rug.IVm1W9sweat of your browIf you earn or achieve something by the sweat of your brow, you do it through hard work and no help. I got a comfortable lifestyle by the sweat of my brow - I owe it to nobody but myself!I)l15swallow your wordsIf you swallow your words, you admit that you were wrong. He said I'd never get the job, but he had to swallow his words when I was appointed.I +`7kHcave infall in, collapse, faint, admit defeat.Torrential rain led to caving in of dilapidated house.IG'chime in withagree with e)3aspitting imageIf one person is the spitting image of another, they look exactly like each other. Sarah is the spitting image of her mother.I:7/#spit in someone's eyeIf you spit in someone's eye, you treat that person with disrespect or contempt. Your father raised you as best he could.  Don't start spitting in his eye.I 71?spiral out of controlWhen difficulties or costs spiral out of control, they get worse or increase continuously, creating a situation that becomes difficult to manage. Some items were expensive but we were careful not to let the costs spiral out of control.IQ)spinach cinemaFilms that are neither exciting nor interesting but are considered educational or uplifting, in the same way as certain foods are good for your health, are referred to as spinach cinema.-I MYM6#Espin a yarnIf you spin a yarn, you tell a story, usually a long improbable one, with distorted truths. He failed the exam and spun a yarn about the exam papers being stolen.Iy#-7spin doctorA spin doctor is a press agent or a public relations officer employed to promote a favourable interpretation of events in business or politics. For a long time spin doctors lead us to believe that the situation was under control.I+'ispill the beansIf you spill the beans, you reveal a secret or talk about something private. Come on!  Spill the beans!  What did he say?I;)Y spick and spanTo refer to something, usually a place, as spick and span means that it is very clean, neat and tidy. The apartment must be spick and span before our guests arrive.I#~'#spell troubleIf something spells trouble, it signifies possible problems in the future. The prolonged cold weather spells trouble for this year's harvest.I JJwI*d1c<L_qb-G,[(A) little fire is quickly trodden out.0c(A) little of what you fancy does you good.%M(A) loaded wagon makes no noise.)U(A) loveless life is a living death.?(A) man can die but once.1e(A) man is as old as he feels himself to be.6o(A) man is judged by his deeds, not by his words.._(A) man is known by the company he keeps.,[(A) monkey in silk is a monkey no less.M(A) new broom sweeps clean (but the old brush knows all the corners...)9u(A) nod is as good as a wink (to a blind horse/man).)U(A) picture paints a thousand words.,[(A) problem shared is a problem halved.%M(A) rising tide lifts all boats.&O(A) rolling stone gathers no moss(S(A) rotten apple spoils the barrel.1e(A) smooth sea never made a skilled mariner.(S(A) soft answer turneth away wrath.#I(A) stitch in time saves nine.$K(A) stumble may prevent a fall.*W(A) swallow does not make the summer. LjdB?5ma bag or bItEg}get into the swing of thingsWhen you get into the swing of something, you become involved in it or get used to it and begin to enjoy it. It'll be more fun when you get into the swing of things.I^s7c7swim against the tideA person who is doing or saying the opposite to most other people is said to be swimming against the tide. Perhaps it's because she always swims against the tide that her books are successful.IAr5i{swelled/swollen headSomeone who has a swelled or swollen head has become proud or conceited, usually because of a recent success. Larry's promotion has given him a swelled/swollen head!Ikq+3sweetheart dealThe term sweetheart deal is used to refer to an abnormally lucrative arrangement between two parties. Opponents say the contract was awarded to the builder as part of a sweetheart deal, and is therefore illegal.-I !!x1 on somebody's tailIf you are on somebody's tail, you are following them closely. The suspect hasn't been arrested yet, but the police are on his tail.I"w5]Gtail wagging the dogThis expression refers to a situation where there is a reversal of roles, with the small or minor element having a controlling influence on the most important element. If you let your children decide on everything, it will be a case of the tail wagging the dog!Iev-%swishing (party)Swishing is the name given to a recent fashion phenomenon - a party organised to swap second hand clothes.  Everyone takes along clothes they no longer wear and people can then choose the ones they want.-I)u9swings and roundaboutsWhat you lose on the swings you gain on the roundabouts. This expression means that there are as many advantages as there are disadvantages, or what is lost in one area can be gained in another. The more you earn, the more tax you pay.  It's swings and roundabouts.I S/M!take the law into your own handsIf, instead of calling the police, you act personally against someone who has done something wrong, you take the law into your own hands. Instead of calling the police, he took the law into his own hands and confronted the youth who had stolen his son's scooter.Ii?]Ktake with a grain of saltTo say that certain information should be taken with a grain of salt means that you doubt its accuracy. I hear the tuition fees are going to be reduced, but that should be taken with a grain of salt.I)!take the floorWhen someone takes the floor, they rise to make a speech or presentation. 'When I take the floor, my speech will be short.' he said.I)%Uotake a fancyIf you take a fancy to someone or something, you develop a fondness for them or begin to like them. I think Paul has taken a fancy to the new intern!I %%hMc5take matters into your own handsIf you take matters into your hands, you take action yourself rather than waiting for others to intervene. When Susan saw the lack of progress, she decided to take matters into her own hands.IbAu#take a load off one's mindIf something takes a load (or weight) off someone's mind, it brings great relief because a problem has been solved. When the company closed down, finding a new job took a load off Tom's mind.IcMg'take one's life into one's handsTo say that someone is taking their life in their hands means that they are taking the risk of being killed. If you drive home on this icy road, you'll be taking your life in your hands.I?q!take leave of your sensesTo say to someone 'have you taken leave of your senses?' means that you think their behaviour is crazy. You're going skiing in this blizzard? Have you taken leave of your senses?You're going skiing in this blizzard? Have you taken leave of your senses?I  E. +%!take a nosediveIf something takes a nosedive, it drops or decreases in value very rapidly. The stock market took a nosedive when the property market began to weaken.IF 7C'take it upon yourselfIf you take something upon yourself, you do it without asking for permission or agreement. My colleague took it upon herself to redecorate the office during my absence.Ix 1{Ytake your mind offIf an activity takes your mind off something that is worrying you, it helps you to stop thinking about it for a while. Sarah was worrying about the result of the test so Tom took her to the cinema to take her mind off it.Iq 9qMtake the mickey out ofIf you take the mickey out of someone, you tease them or make fun of their behaviour, sometimes in an unkind way. Jessica's dad is always taking the mickey out of her about the time she spends styling her hair.I W,WQ(-Y1bundle of nervesIf you describe someone as a bundle of nerves, you mean that they are very nervous, tense or worried. My son is doing his driving test today.  Needless to say he's a bundle of nerves!IQ'Ykubulldoze somebody into doing somethingA person who is bulldozed into doing something is forced to do it, especially by being bullied or intimidated. The immigrants we bulldozed into accepting the work.I &AYtake the bull by the hornsTo take the bull by the horns means that a person decides to act decisively in order to deal with a difficult situation or problem. When the argument turned into a fight, the bar owner took the bull by the horns and called the police.Ij%'qQbuild bridgesIf a person builds bridges between opposing groups, they help them to cooperate and understand each other better. A mediator is trying to build bridges between the local community and the owners of the new plant.I `3Dj`nd of one’s life (Often an exaggeration) – in a life,threatening state of heC+3(not) take no for an answerSomeone who will not take no for an answer is very insistent in the way they make their request or offer and is unwilling to accept a refusal. My grandmother insisted that we stay for dinner and wouldn't take no for an answer.IV+g/take lying downIf you take something lying down, you suffer as a result of an offensive act without reacting or protesting. Jack won't take the accusation lying down - he'll fight to defend his reputation.Ik3%take in your strideWhen, in a difficult situation, you take things in your stride, you deal with the situation calmly and without any special effort. When the take-over was announced, Tom stayed calm and took it in his stride.II/[take in good partA person who takes something in good part reacts to it in a good-humoured way, without taking offence. He got a lot of teasing about his promotion but he took it in good part.I b*bential but lacking polish and refinement – a person who does not seem very politDC?take stock of the situationIf you take stock of a situation you assess all the aspects in order to form an opinion. He took time to take stock of the situation before making a suggestion.IaKa+take the sting out of somethingIf you take the sting out of something, you manage to reduce the severity or unpleasantness of something. A comforting voice and sympathetic attitude can take the sting out of bad news.Io%kctake a standIf you take a stand, you adopt a firm position on an issue and publicly declare whether or not you support it. The politician was asked to take a stand on the government's proposed measures to curb illegal immigration.Iz%Otake offlineIf you suggest that a subject be taken offline (during a meeting for example), you consider that it is a separate issue and should be discussed at another time. Peter, you're confusing things, so let's take that offline shall we?I ?d(,/iMat death’s door – on the point of dying – very ill – in serious danger of death – verʈO+_ik\%s5take as readSomething that does not need to be discussed because it is already understood or agreed upon can be taken as read. We're getting married in September and you take it as read that you are all invited.I6!atake shapeWhen something such as a plan or project begins to take shape, it starts to become organised and acquire a definite form. My new website is beginning to take shape.IW+ take the plungeIf you take the plunge, you finally decide to venture into something you really want to do, in the spite of the risks involved. Mark and Emily finally took the plunge and opened a guesthouse.I= !e take painsIf you take pains to do something, you try very hard or make a special effort to do it as well as possible. Great pains were taken to ensure the security of the athletes.I  'W=)'%Ca dab hand at: – expert – adept at – one skillful at L/etake two to tangoYou say this when you think that a difficult situation or argument cannot be the fault of one person alone. Okay, I've heard Fred's side of the story - but it takes two to tango!ILWI take the words out of someone's mouthIf you say exactly what someone else was going to say, you take the words out of their mouth. I entirely agree with you.  You took the words out of my mouth.I^Yctake to something like a duck to waterIf you take to something like a duck to water, you do it naturally and easily, without fear or hesitation. When Sophie first tried skiing, she took to it like a duck to water.Is5uQtake to the cleanersIf someone is taken to the cleaners, they lose a lot of money in an unfair way, usually by being robbed or cheated. When the company Tom had invested in went bankrupt, he realized he had been taken to the cleaners.I (n(*!!1tall storyA tall story is a story which is difficult to believe because it sounds unlikely. What he said about a stolen invention sounds like a tall story to me.I Q%talk shopIf you talk shop, you talk about your work or business in a social situation with someone you work with, and make the conversation boring for the others present. I never go out with my colleagues because we inevitably end up talking shop.I@IEtalk the hind leg off a donkeyThis expression is used to describe a very talkative person. It's difficult to end a conversation with Betty.  She could talk the hind leg off a donkey!IL5etake under your wingIf you offer guidance and protection to someone younger or less experienced, you take them under your wing. I owe a lot to Tom who took me under his wing when I first arrived.I'7Utake unawaresIf something takes you unawares, it surprises you because you were not expecting it. His angry reaction took me unawares.I 0z2L/= (in) dire straitsIf a person or organisation is in dire straits, they are in a very difficult situation. The loss of major contracts has put the company in dire straits.I K_3dip toes in the water/ get one's feet wetIf you dip your toes in the water, or get your feet wet, you start to do something new or unfamiliar, or explore new territory for the first time. It will be a new experience for me, but I can't wait to get my feet wet!I!J+take a dim viewIf you take a dim view of something, you dislike or disapprove of it. My previous boss took a dim view of wearing casual clothes to work.ILI31Idig one's own graveA person who digs their own grave does something which causes their own downfall. If you drop out of college now, with such high unemployment, you'll be digging your own grave.I Dfpc3%';wrapped up inIf yok%G%a taste of one's own medicineIf you give someone a taste of their own medicine, you treat them in the same unpleasant way that they have treated you. People who always arrive late should be given a taste of their own medicine.Ir$;!tar with the same brushWhen a person is tarred with the same brush, they are regarded as having the same faults or bad qualities as those they associate with. Don't hang around with those guys or you'll be tarred with the same brush.IZ#cItar babyThis term refers to a sticky situation or problem for which it is virtually impossible to find a solution. He was advised not to get involved in the controversy which was considered a 'tar-baby' issue.I8"Won tapIf something is on tap, it is easily obtained or available for immediate use, like water from a tap. You can find a multitude of useful resources on tap on the internet.I w wg%g[Cheat out ofGet money from someone under false pretences.I hate him- he CHEATED me OUT OF £100.PZ #Cheat onDeceive or betray, often in a sexual and/or emotional context.She thought he had always been faithful to her, but he had been CHEATING ON her ever since their wedding day (with one of the bridesmaids).PG;OCheat onBe sexually unfaithful.She CHEATED ON me with my friend.P'_Chat upTalk to someone you are sexually interested in to get them interested in you.He spent the whole night CHATTING her UP.PuChase upTry to get more information about the progress of something.I didn't get a reply so I have been CHASING them UP.PqeyChase upTry to get someone to pay a bill, debt, etc.I CHASED her UP as she hadn't paid for several months.PsiyChase upEnsure that someone remembers to do something.The librarian is CHASING me UP about my overdue books.P ~WLB~@)3Otear one's hair outIf someone is tearing their hair out, they are extremely agitated or distressed about something. I've been tearing my hair out all morning trying to find the error!I([ ;(you can't) teach an old dog new tricksThis expression means that someone who is used to doing things in a certain way will find it difficult to change their habits. Your grandfather will never use a smart phone.  You can't teach an old dog new tricks!I'9)Ateach someone a lessonIf you teach somebody a lesson, you do something to punish them for behaving badly and make them understand that they should not do it again. The next time she arrives late, she'll find the door closed.  That'll teach her a lesson!I%&!Gyin tattersSomething that is badly torn, in very poor condition or damaged beyond repair is in tatters. His reputation is in tatters after the latest scandal.I -Kv-.-CWteeth chatteringIf your teeth are chattering, you are extremely cold. Was I cold? My teeth were chattering!Was I cold? My teeth were chattering!I=-79sink one's teeth intoIf you sink your teeth into something, you do it with a lot of energy and enthusiasm. When Julie got promoted, she immediately sank her teeth into her new job.Ih,AYKby the skin of one's teethIf you manage to do something by the skin of your teeth, you succeed in doing it but you almost fail. The traffic was so heavy I thought I'd miss the train, but I caught it by the skin of my teeth.IQ+!ytech savvyPeople who are tech savvy have sufficient technical knowledge and skills to be comfortable using computers and other electronic devices. Many students are more tech-savvy than their teachers.I1*-= tear a strip offIf you tear a strip off someone, you reprimand them severely for doing something wrong. The teacher tore a strip off Charlie for not doing his homework.I 7P2+} test the watersIf you test the water(s), you try to find out how acceptable or successful something is before becoming involved in it. You should go to a gym class to test the water before enrolling.I41)-'on tenterhooksA person who is on tenterhooks is in a state of anxious suspense or excitement. The candidate were kept on tenterhooks for hours while the panel deliberated.I]0CKAtell someone a thing or twoIf you tell someone a thing or two, you express you thoughts (usually criticism) very clearly. 'Let me tell you a thing or two about your son's behaviour' said John to the boy's father.Id//iEteething problemsThe difficulties encountered during the initial stage of an activity or project are called teething problems. We had some teething problems when we first opened the bookshop, but now everything is okay.I e~OS#+eblow a kissTo kiss one's hand, tc$)!nip in the budIf you nip a problem or an unacceptable situation in the bud, you stop it at an early stage, before it develops or becomes worse. He wanted to be a clown, but his parents soon nipped that idea in the bud.IP##]5buckle downIf you buckle down, you apply yourself with determination to hard work and give it hour full attention. If you want to pass your exams, you'll have to buckle down and do some serious work.I"+ykick the bucketTo kick the bucket is a lighthearted way of talking about death. He will inherit when his grandfather kicks the bucket!I!';=pass the buckIf you say that someone is passing the buck, you are accusing them of not taking responsibility for a problem and expecting someone else to handle it. Sam  takes the easy way out. Whenever a problem arises, he immediately passes the buck!I >767-that's going too far!If you go too far, you do something that is considered extreme or unacceptable. Stealing is bad, but stealing from a poor person is really going too far!I.5'+that figures!This expression is used to say that something seems logical or is as expected. "We'll have to get a bigger car when the baby arrives."  "That figures!"I]4; thank one's lucky starsWhen someone says they can thank their lucky stars, they are expressing heartfelt gratitude or feeling particularly fortunate. I can thank my lucky stars I wasn't on the train that crashed.I+3%mYtext-walkingThis term refers to a recently-developed and somewhat dangerous habit of walking while texting a message on a mobile phone, completely unaware of what is happening around you. In recent months there has been an increase in the number of serious accidents involving text-walkers.I Yg Y4;5Cthere for the takingIf something is there for the taking, it is easy to obtain. When our main competitor went out of business, the market segment was there for the taking.Iu:9yMthat's the last straw!This expression means that this is the latest unpleasant event and that you cannot tolerate the situation any longer. After an extremely tiring day, when Joe saw the the traffic jam he said : that's the last straw!I69;7that takes the biscuit!This expression refers to something very annoying or irritating. After waiting for an hour, we were told there no seats left.  That took the biscuit!I87 that makes two of us!This expression indicates agreement with what has just been said. "I found his speech rather boring."  "That makes two of  us!"I7= ythat make my blood boil!If something makes your blood boil, it makes you really angry. Her condescending attitude really makes my blood boil!I +K 7/mwords of 7?7Gthere's nothing to itIf you say that there's nothing to it, you mean that something is very simple or easy to do. I'll show you how to make pancakes.  There's nothing to it!I\>K5Mthere's no accounting for tasteThis expression is used to indicate surprise at another person's likes or dislikes. She fell in love with a guy who's short, fat, bald and poor ... there's no accounting for taste!I=3 there wasn't a soulTo say that there wasn't a soul means that there was nobody. We thought the museum would be crowded but there wasn't a soul.I5<G{=there's one born every minuteThis expression means that there are many people in the world who are stupid or easily fooled. He really believed the boy found the money on the street? There's one born every minute!He really believed the boy found the money on the street? There's one born every minute!I hrrx~ &,28>DJPV\bhntz "(.4:@FLRX^djpv|(/)usign of the timesThis expression refers to something that shows the nature of today's society. The rising level of violence is a sign of the times.I('3sight for sore eyesThis expression refers to a person or thing that you are happy to see. Sam! You're a sight for sore eyes! I haven't seen you in a long time!IF&i!shut the stable door when the horse has boltedIf you shut the stable door after the horse has bolted, you try to prevent something bad from happening when it is already too late. Jack decided to insure the contents of his apartment after it was burgled. Now that's shutting the stable door after the horse has bolted!I%3{shrug something offIf your shrug something off, you dismiss it as being unimportant. He was aware of the danger but he just shrugged it off.I ;,50;HqC#9a thin lineWhen there is a thin (or fine) line between feeling or situations, there is a point where it is difficult to distinguish between them. There's a thin line between showing concern and being indiscreet - so don't overdo it!IB77)thin end of the wedgeTo refer to an event or action as the thin end of the wedge means that it is thought to be the beginning of something that will become more serious. According to the media, today's outsourcing is just the thin end of the wedge.IsA9e]through thick and thinIf someone does something through thick and thin, they do it in spite of all the difficulties and problems. Bob is famous today, but Tom is still his best friend, the one who supported him through thick and thin.IP@-} thick as thievesTo say that two people are as thick as thieves means that they are very close friends who are very loyal to each other. Chris always takes Danny's side.  They're as thick as thieves.I "V"IH1A5think better of itIf you think better of something, you decide not to do something that you intended to do. I wanted to go shopping, but when I saw the crowded car park I thought better of it.IPG#sthink againIf you tell someone to think again, you advise them to reconsider the situation and perhaps change their decision. Your apartment is well located; you should think again before selling it.IVF7wthings are looking upTo say that things are looking up means that the situation is improving and you feel more positive about the future. Andy has got two job interviews next week so things are looking up.I5E//!thing of the pastSomething which no longer exists or is rarely used today is a thing of the past. Few people use video cassettes today - they've become a thing of the past.I&D+?ythin on the topIf someone, usually a man, is thin on the top, they are losing their hair or going bald. Dad's gone a bit thin on the top in the last few yearsI M3|'MVR%[Athrow a boneIf you throw someone a bone, you say something kind or reward them in some way to make them feel good. The old man can't help very much but Bill throws him a bone now and then to keep him happyI6Q;##at each other's throatsTwo people who are at each other's throats are always fighting or arguing. The two candidates for the election are constantly at each other's throats.IP-thrilled to bitsSomeone who is thrilled to bits is extremely pleased about something. Julie was thrilled to bits when her project was selected.I3O%K thorny issueIf you are faced with a thorny issue, you have to deal with a difficult or unpleasant problem. Copyright and content duplication are thorny issues these days.IIN1[thorn in your sideIf you say that someone is a thorn in your side, you mean that they continually irritate or annoy you. Jane finds her mother-in-law very irritating, a real thorn in her side!I Kx/Y#get wires crossedIf people get their wires crossed, they misunderstan8U9 ?throw it over the wallIf someone throws something over the wall, they deal with part of a problem or project, then pass the responsibility to another person or department without any communication or coordination. You can't just manufacture a product then throw it over the wall to the sales department!IzTECthrow your hat into the ringIf you throw or toss your hat in the ring, you announce that you are going to enter a competition or take up a challenge. He finally threw his hat in the ring and announced that he was going to stand for election.IiSEMUthrow dust in someone's eyesIf you throw dust in someone's eyes, you prevent them from seeing the truth by misleading them. He threw dust in the old lady's eyes by pretending to be a police officer, then stole her jewellery.I 747BLY+]%throw a tantrumIf a person, especially a child, throws a tantrum, they become angry and behave in an unreasonable way. My sister's little boy is always throwing tantrums - he's thoroughly spoilt!I)XE?cthrow a spanner in the worksIf someone or something throws a spanner (or a wrench) in the works, they do something that causes problems and prevents the success of a plan or event. The two companies were keen to sign the agreement before anything happened to throw a spanner in the works.I:W=C throw something togetherIf you throw something together, you make or produce something quickly and without effort. Why don't you stay for dinner - I'll throw something together!I V5]throw pearls to pigsThis expression means that it is wasteful to offer something valuable or useful to someone who does not understand or appreciate it. She had a beautifully trained voice but the audience didn't listen - talk about throwing pearls to pigs!I 17goEC=knock/take wind out of sailsIf someone or something knocks or takes the wind out of your sails, they make you feel less confide/]!Eall thumbsIf you are all (finger and) thumbs, you are awkward and clumsy and do things incorrectly. Would you mind wrapping this for me? I'm all (fingers and) thumbs.-IL\'I=rule of thumbA rule of thumb is a general rule which is a handy way of measuring or calculating something. As a rule of thumb, use one third vinegar and three thirds oil to make a salad dressing.Iv[9 =throw a wobbly/wobblerWhen someone, usually a capricious person, throws a wobbly, they have a fit of nerves or bad temper and lose all self-control. He's very calm - not the sort of man to throw a wobbly if he doesn't have a clean shirt!IKZ1 qthrow in the towelIf you throw in the towel, you admit that you cannot succeed. After unsuccessfully competing in several championships, she decided to throw in the towel and go back to college.I @@b.\YJpF'Q(!E(A) watched pot never boils.1'Q(A) wise head keeps a still tongue<#I(A) wonder lasts but nine days?$K(A) young idler, an old beggar.I,[(An) Englishman's  home is his castle..-](An) empty purse frightens away friends.,-](An) idle brain is the devil's workshop.x'Q(An) old fox is not easily snared.*W(An) onion a day keeps everyone away.6o(An) ounce of discretion is worth a pound of wit.7q(An) ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure.:w(The best) helping hand is at the end of your sleeve.p0c(The) apple doesn't fall far from the tree.._(The) best advice is found on the pillow.:w(The) best helping hand is at the end of your sleeve.(S(The) best things in life are free.,[(The) darkest hour is just before dawn.%M(The) devil looks after his own.+Y(The) devil makes work for idle hands.1(The) die is cast.'Q(The) early bird catches the worm.(#I(The) end justifies the means.-  / 5k'b%m tie the knotWhen two people tie the knot, they get married. Guess what!  Tom and Sarah are finally going to tie the knot!IeaUktide overIf you tide someone over, you support them through a difficult period for a certain length of time. With this weather it's impossible to get to the shops, but we have enough food to tide us over until next week.Is`+1tide has turnedWhen a trend has changed from one thing to another, the tide has turned. Before, people wanted to live in residential suburbs; now the tide has turned and warehouses are being converted into fashionable loft apartments.I%_1+tickle the ivoriesThis is a humorous way of talking about playing the piano. My grandfather loves playing the piano; he tickles the ivories whenever he can.IM^5Q)tick the right boxesIf something ticks all the right boxes, it is perfect for you because it meets all your criteria. We're in luck!  We visited an apartment today that ticks all the right boxes!I $8ng-Wmwalk a tightropeIf a person is walking a tightrope, they are in a difficult situation where they must act carefully. The management is walking a tightrope in their efforts both to keep the costs down and satisfy the trade unions.If! tight spotSomeone who is in a tight spot is in a very difficult situation. The recent strike has put the airline company in a tight spot.Ie'!}tight squeezeIf you are in a tight squeeze, you are in a cramped or crowded situation. We managed to get on the bus but it was a tight squeeze.Ihd7s;tied to apron stringsIf one person is tied to another's apron strings, they remain dependent at an age when they should be independent. All his decisions are influenced by his mother.  He's still tied to her apron strings.IXc=otie yourself up in knotsIf you tie yourself up in knots, you become totally confused or confuse others when trying to explain something. Sandy tied herself up in knots trying to explain the rules of the gameI i8 Pick1w3tip of the icebergThe tip of the iceberg is the part that is known of a problem or situation which is thought to be much more serious. Journalists say that the report on corruption only examines the tip of the iceberg.ILj9wtime-honoured practiceA custom that is universally respected, or a traditional way of doing something, is called a time-honoured practice. Guests were greeted according to a time-honored practice.Ii5ytime is ticking awayThe expression 'time is ticking away' can be used when you see the minutes or seconds going by as the clock ticks, especially when you are waiting anxiously for something to happen. We need to intervene before it's too late.  Time's ticking away.IDh+-Etime after timeIf you do something time after time, you do it repeatedly or on many occasions. The was surprised when the teacher punished him although he had been warned time after time.I U}q_+owhite ChristmasA white Ch?o'Wtoken gestureTo make a token gesture means to show a small sign of appreciation. As a token gesture of gratitude for her neighbourly advice, he gave Mrs.Smith a plant for her garden.In-E3toing and froingSomeone who is toing and froing is either repeatedly going from one place to another and coming back, or is constantly changing their mind about something. After months of toing and froing, a compromise was reached between the two parties.ITm%ytoe the lineIf someone toes the line, they obey the rules and accept the principles laid down by a person, group or organisation. If you want to stay in this school, you'll have to learn to toe the line.I'l#-tit for tatThis expression refers to an injury or insult given in return for one received. "He kicked me, so I kicked him - it was tit for tat!" said the boy.I "ul[G#when the rubber hits the roadThe moment when you put a theory into practice, or actually apply what you have learned, is when the rubber hits the \s?ygive rough edge of tongueIf you give the (rough) edge of your tongue, you scold someone severely or speak to them very aggressively or rudely. My boss was so angry that I really got the rough edge of his tongue.INr7C7get your tongue roundIf you are able to pronounce a difficult word or phrase, you can get your tongue round it. She's from the village of Llanfairpwllgwyngyll.  Try getting your tongue round that!I)q-)bite your tongueIf you bite your tongue, you stop yourself from saying what you really think. Sam decided to  bite his tongue rather than get into an argument.IZp9 tomorrow's another dayThis expression means that even if everything is not satisfactory at present, there will be opportunity for things to improve. For the moment you need some rest;  tomorrow's another day.I 66w)tongue-lashingWhen you scold someone severely, you give them a tongue-lashing. The teacher gave Jeremy a tongue-lashing when arrived late for school.I}v+Ktongue in cheekIf you describe a remark as 'tongue in cheek' you mean that it is not meant to be taken seriously; it is meant to be funny or ironic. Peter's remark was taken more seriously than intended.  It was supposed to be tongue in cheek.I%u5on the tip of tongueTo say that a word or answer is on the tip of your tongue, means that you're sure you know it but have difficulty finding it. What's that actor's name? I know it ... it's on the tip of my tongue!What's that actor's name? I know it ... it's on the tip of my tongue!Izt1%3slip of the tongueA slip of the tongue is a small spoken error or mistake. Did I say 'blow down'? - Sorry, I meant 'slow down'. that was a slip of the tongue!Did I say 'blow down'? - Sorry, I meant 'slow down'. that was a slip of the tongue!I B^L T+owhale of a timeWhen people have a whale of a time, they enjoy themselves a lot. We had a whale of a time at theB{153toot your own hornIf you toot your own horn, you like to boast about your abilities and achievements. Ben is very discreet about his success.  He doesn't go round tooting his own horn.INz;)Mtoo much like hard workAn activity or task that requires too much effort is too much like hard work. It's so hot today, there's no way I'm going to do any cooking.  That's too much like hard work!I`y3m5tongues are waggingWhen tongues are wagging, people are beginning to spread gossip or rumours, often about someone's private life. The photograph of the couple that appeared in a magazine really set tongues wagging.I:x#ctongue-tiedIf you are tongue-tied, you have difficulty in expressing yourself because you are nervous or embarrassed. At the start of the interview I was completely tongue-tied!I g70g O/yunder the weatherIf you are under the weE3Son top of the worldIf you feel on top of the world, you are extremely happy because everything is going well for you. It's been such a good year for Amy that she feels on top of the world.I(Oytop notchTo say that something is top notch means that it is of the highest possible quality or standard. The hotel was wonderful and the service was top notch.I8~/-)top of your lungsIf you shout at the top of your lungs, you shout as loudly as you possibly can. The place was so noisy that I had to shout at the top of my lungs to be heard.I}cOtop dogTo say that a person, group or country is top dog means that they are better or more powerful than others. She's top dog in cosmetics today.IE|9#C(fight) tooth and nailIf you fight tooth and nail for something, you fight with all your energy. The Transport Minister fought tooth and nail to have the proposed road safety law accepted.I d".J;wear thinSomething that is wearing thin is decreasing or losing its interest. You've used that excuse so many times, it's beginning to wear thinLAotouch wood / knock on woodThis humorous expression, based on superstition, is used to avoid bad luck, often while touching something made of wood. The order will be confirmed shortly - touch wood!IRA_(at the) touch of a buttonIf you can do something at the touch of a button, you can do it very easily, often thanks to technology. From now on the nursing staff can be alerted at the touch of a button.I!3utouch baseIf you touch base with someone, you make contact or renew communication with them. I'll try to touch base with you next week in London.I{G)toss upWhen there are two options or possibilities to choose from, and both are equally good, the choice between the two is called a toss-up (like tossing a coin). Both boxers are in excellent condition. It's a toss-up which of them will win.I E2E+S}same wavelengthIf you are on the same wavelength as someone else, you feel or think the same way about something. We rarely argue. We're generally on the sO% tough cookieA person who is a tough cookie is one who is self-confident and ambitious and will do what is necessary to get what they want. I'm not worried about Jason's future - he's a tough cookie!I}1}ctough as old bootsIf something, specially meat, is (as) tough as old boots, it is hard to cut and difficult to chew.  (This can also refer to a person who is strong either physically or in character.) I was served a steak as tough as old boots.I%%)touch and goIf something is touch-and-go, the outcome or result is uncertain. Dave's life is out of danger now, but it was touch-and-go after the operation.I7MMk(not) touch with a ten-foot poleIf you decide not to touch something with a ten-foot pole, you prefer to stay far away from it. I wouldn't touch politics with a ten-foot pole!I 7zF{A! ]water downIf you water down something such . -?train of thoughtA sequence of connected ideas is called a train of thought. I was considering the different options when the noise outside broke my train of thought.I0 %Itrade secretThis term refers to the secrecy of a company's production methods but is often used teasingly. "Can you give me the recipe for your lemon meringue pie?"  " No way - that's a trade secret!""Can you give me the recipe for your lemon meringue pie?"  " No way - that's a trade secret!"I9 /5#toy with the ideaIf you consider something without giving it serious thought, you toy with the idea. Sally has often toyed with the idea of moving abroad, but she's still here!IE /stower of strengthThe term tower of strength is used to describe a person who is very helpful and supportive during difficult times. All during my illness, my sister was a tower of strength.Inllrx~ &,28>DJPV\bhntz "(.4:@FLRX^djpv|%.5=FPX`GjszߺѺ 4;BHLQW]`chnsz %.5=FPX`GjszߺѺ 4$H+F5E>CGBO@X?a>j=t;{8 653'2/18/@.J-S+\*e)m'u&~%#"!# -6>FNT[`ekqx   '/7>FMT[biqz!(.5<CJS\ck޾sxݾۿ j-3/ tricks of the tradeThis term refers to a clever or expert way of doing things, especially in a job. He's a tough negotiator;  he knows all the tricks of the trade.Ir'Ktrial balloonIf you test something such as an idea, a project or a product, to see how people respond to it, you send up a trial balloon. The idea seemed excellent but when they sent up a trial balloon the reaction was very negative.IU+)mtrial and errorAttempting to achieve a satisfactory result by testing and eliminating various methods until the best one is found is called trial and error. Some of the best cooks learn by trial and error.IP#wtread waterIf you are treading water, your situation remains stationary in spite of your efforts, with no sign of any progress. I've been treading water for the past year hoping to find a better job.I %}travel lightWhen you travel light, you travel with as little luggage as possible. If you intend to go trekking, you'd better travel light.I #m\9) walking on airW:)Mcome up trumpsTo say that someone has come up trumps means that they have achieved unexpectedly good results. Against all expectations, our team came up trumps in the cup final.IL/E9wear the trousersThe partner who wears the trousers (or pants) is the one who makes the important decisions. The salesman hesitated.  It was difficult to see who wore the trousers in the couple.I2OtrilemmaThis term is used for a situation which is even more difficult than a dilemma, because a choice must be made between three options that seem equally undesirable.-IY- tried and testedIf a method has been tried and tested, it can be trusted because it has been used successfully in the past and is known to work. There's no risk involved. The method has been tried and tested.I q07Yqd'tunnel visionIf a person has tunnel vision, they focus on only one aspect of something, or they are unable to see more than one way of doing things. Our manager has tunnel vision.  He sees no reason to change anything.IZ;_/tug at the heartstringsSomething or someone who tugs at the heartstrings causes others to feel a great deal of pity or sadness. The hospital's plea for donors tugged at the heartstrings of millions of viewers.Iu9; try someone's patienceIf you find it difficult to be patient with someone because of their irritating attitude or behaviour, you can say that they are trying your patience. His constant interruptions began to try the teacher's patience.IL)W-truth will outThis expression means that despite efforts to conceal the facts, the truth cannot be hidden forever. I don't know if the police gave the full details, but inevitably truth will out.I W3WX+}turn the tablesIf you turn the tables on a person or organisation, you reverse the situation so as to be in a position of superiority. The success of our new product has turned the tables on our competitors.I9/W(not) turn a hairIf someone does not turn a hair, they show no emotion in circumstances where a reaction is expected. When the police came to arrest him, he didn't turn a hair.IB-;1turn a blind eyeIf you turn a blind eye to something, you pretend not to notice what someone is doing. The old man turns a blind eye when he sees children taking apples from his garden.IFE?turkeys voting for ChristmasThis expression is used to say that a particular option is unlikely to be chosen because it would not be in the interest of the people concerned.  (In many countries people eat turkey at Christmas.) Expecting them to accept a decrease in salary would be like turkeys voting for Christmas.I .2i.,"#/turn turtleIf a boat turns turtle, it capsizes or turns upside down in the water. We had fun sailing yesterday, although we nearly turned turtle a couple of times!IE!?;%take a turn for the worseIf a person who is ill takes a turn for the worse, their illness becomes more serious. We hoped he would recover but he took a turn for the worse during the night.I> 5O turn over a new leafIf a person turns over a new leaf, they decide to change their behaviour and lead a better life. When Ted left prison, he was determined to turn over a new leaf.IE9;+turn on the waterworksIf someone turns on the waterworks, they start to cry, especially to obtain something. If he doesn't get what he wants, the child immediately turns on the waterworks.IJ3Wturn on/up the heatIf you turn on or up the heat on someone, you put pressure on them in order to obtain what you want. If the goods are not delivered this week, we'll have to turn up the heat.I 8nC*etwo-facedSomeone who is two-faced is deceitful or insincere;  they will say one thiK&39?twist someone's armIf you twist someone's arm, you make them do something, without using physical force. He didn't have to twist my arm when he invited me out for dinner - I was happy to accept!I<%51'twiddle one's thumbsA person who twiddles their thumbs has nothing to do, or is doing nothing useful. Go and help your father!  You can't sit there all day twiddling your thumbs!IF$/]twenty-four-sevenThis term refers to something which is available or happens twenty-four hours a day, seven days a week. The tourist office provided a list of 24-7 supermarkets in the area.ID#1Yturn up one's noseIf you turn up your nose at something, you reject it because you think it is not good enough for you. He's out of work, but he turns up his nose at any job he's offered.I lGC*etwo-facedSomeone who is two-faced is deceitful or insincere;  they will say one thing to your face and something else when you are not there. I don't trust Billy.  I find him two-faced.I!)? two can play at that gameYou say this to tell someone that you can behave towards them in the same unpleasant way that they have behaved towards you. He refuses to take my call?  Tell him two can play at that game!He refuses to take my call?  Tell him two can play at that game!I,('##two of a kindPeople who are two of a kind are similar in character, attitude or tastes. Pete and Ben are two of a kind; they enjoy sports and are very competitive.I`'/})twist in the windIf someone is left to twist in the wind, they are left to face a difficult situation without any assistance or support. He walked out of the press conference and left his agent twisting in the wind.I I@I,"#/turn turtleIf ax/%_on the wagonSomeone who is on the wagon is no longer drinking alcohol. No wine for me please - I'm on the wagon.Ir.Itwo's company, three's a crowdThis is said of two people, particularly lovers, who would prefer to be alone together rather than to have someone else with them. I'd rather not come to the cinema with you, thanks.  Two's company ...!IY--two-time someoneIf one person two-times another, they cheat on their partner by having a romantic relationship with another person at the same time. Sally left Harry when she discovered he was two-timing her.I%,/!two peas in a podTwo people who are like two peas in a pod are very similar in appearance. The two brothers are very alike - they're like two peas in a pod!I<+1Mtakes two to tangoYou say this when you think that a difficult situation cannot be the fault of one person alone. We've heard Fred's side of the story - but it takes two to tango!I &WX+}turn the tablesIf you turn the tables on a person or organisation, you reverse the situation so as to be in a position of superiority. The 2W=waiting for a raindrop in the droughtWhen someone is waiting for a raindrop in the drought, they are waiting and hoping for something that has little chance of happening. For many people, finding a job these days is like waiting for a raindrop in the drought.I$1%)waiting gameA person who plays a waiting game delays taking any action or making any decision because they prefer to wait and see how things develop, usually in the hope that this will put them in a stronger position. Our competitors are not reacting. They're playing a waiting game.IV0=qwait for the cat to jumpIf you wait for the cat to jump, or to see which way the cat jumps, you delay taking action until you see how events will turn out. Let's wait for the cat to  jump before we decide.I dd'tunnel visionIU6# walk on airWhen you are happy or excited because of a pleasant event that makes you feel as if you were floating, you are walking on air. Sophie has been walking on air since her painting won first prize.I 5%' walk of lifeA person's profession or position in society is known as their walk of life. There were people from all walks of life among the protesters.Ir47+walk all over someoneIf one person walks all over another, they treat them very badly or unkindly, especially by showing no consideration for their cares or needs. You must learn to defend yourself.  Don't let him walk all over you!I~357%waiting in the wingsIf someone is waiting in the wings, they are waiting for an opportunity to take action, especially to replace someone else in their job or position. There are many young actors waiting in the wings ready to show their talent.I , T,y/down in the dumpsSomeone who is down in the dumps is depressed or feeling gloomy. Alex has been down in the dumps since he failed his exam.I?x%adown at heelA person who is down-at-heel is someone whose appearance is untidy or neglected because of lack of money. The down-at-heel student I first met became a successful writer.-IJw+s doubting ThomasA 'doubting Thomas' is a person who will not believe something without proof, or without seeing it for themselves. I had to show him my membership card.  What a doubting Thomas!I1vEbeyond the shadow of a doubtThis expression is used to indicate absolute certainty about something. There wasn't a shadow of doubt in our minds about Susan's sincerity.Isu7 ;door swings both waysIf you say that the door swings both ways, you mean that the same principle or argument applies to both sides of a situation. "You never call me." "You don't contact me either. The door swings both ways you know!"I \9) walking on airWhen you are happy and excited because of a pleasant event that makes you feel as if you are floating, you are walking on air. Sophie has been walking on air since her painting won the first prize.I85Gwalk into lion's denIf you walk into the lion's den, you find yourself in a difficult situation in which you have to face unfriendly or aggressive people. After the failure of the negotiations, he had to walk into the lion's den and face the Press.IS7/mwalk and chew gumIf you can walk and chew gum (at the same time), you are able to do more than one thing at a time. (This expression is often used negatively to indicate incompetence) Why did you hire that guy?  He can't walk and chew gum at the same time!Why did you hire that guy?  He can't walk and chew gum at the same time!I We-3/ tricks of the tradeThis term refers to a clever or expert way of doing things, especially in a job. He's a tough negotiH=3i in/through the warsIf a person or thing has been in (or through) the wars, they show signs of rough treatment, injury or damage. He arrived in a car that looked as if it had been in the wars.In<9Sewant head on a platterIf someone makes you so angry that you want them to be punished, you want their head on a platter. He was so angry when he read the article about his family that he wanted the journalist's head on a platter.I+;)/walking papersIf you are given your walking papers, your contract or a relationship has ended. After causing a diplomatic incident, Carter got his walking papers.Iv:75walking encyclopaediaThis term refers to a person who is very knowledgeable about a lot of subjects. The origin of Halloween?  Ask Jill - she's a walking encyclopaedia!The origin of Halloween?  Ask Jill - she's a walking encyclopaedia!I ]T\]{A! ]water downIf you water down something such as a report, declaration or proposal, you try to make it weaker or less likely to cause anger. When announcing the rejection of the proposal, he tried to water down the committee's negative comments.It@%kmin hot waterTo say that somebody is in hot water means that they have done something wrong and people are angry with them. Simon has been in hot water since his boss discovered that he had been using the internet for personal purposes.I9?/Cwatch like a hawkIf you watch someone like a hawk, you keep your eyes on them or watch them very carefully. Sarah watches the children like a hawk when she takes them swimming.Ik>-'watch one's stepIf you tell someone to watch their step, you are advising them to be careful how they behave in order to avoid getting into trouble. There is zero tolerance in this school for bad behaviour, so watch your step!I ""2E+S}same wavelengthIf you are on the same wavelength as someone else, you feel or think the same way about something. We rarely argue. We're generally on the same wavelength.ICD3A'wave a dead chickenWhen faced with a serious problem, if you take steps that you  know in advance will be futile, to show that you made an effort, you wave a dead chicken. The TV set was permanently damaged, but the technician decided to wave a dead chicken to satisfy the old lady before announcing the bad news.IyC97water under the bridgeIf something difficult or unpleasant took place in the past but is no longer important, it is referred to as water under the bridge. They had a serious disagreement in the past, but that's water under the bridge today.I`B;k/water off a duck's backCriticism or comments which have no effect on someone is referred to as being ''like water off a duck's back'. He's been warned of the dangers of smoking but it's like water off a duck's back.I ".D".J;wear thinSomething that is wearing thin is decreasing or losing its interest. You've used that excuse so many times, it's beginning to wear thin - as in my patience!I'I%Ygweal and woeThis expression refers to the good and bad times, the joys and sorrows, or prosperity and misfortune. We all get our share of weal and woe in life.IAH/eweak at the kneesSomeone who is weak at the knees is (temporarily) barely able to stand because of emotion, fear or illness. The shock of the announcement make me go weak at the knees!IfG)ways and meansTo say that there are ways and means of achieving something means that there are several methods which will produce the desired result. All ways and means will be used to provide assistance to the survivors.INF#a-wax lyricalWhen you wax lyrical about something, you speak enthusiastically about it in a poetic or sentimental way. My grandfather and his friends started to wax lyrical about the 'good old days'.I 4/p4 O/yunder the weatherIf you are under the weather, you are not feeling very well. You look a bit under the weather.  What's the matter?I@N/51weather the stormIf you weather the storm, you succeed in surviving a difficult period or situation. Given the current recession, the company is weathering the storm better than most.IdM9]Gwear out one's welcomeIf someone wears out their welcome, they stay too long as a guest, causing inconvenience to their host. Alan and Sue invited us to stay on for a few days but we didn't want to wear out our welcome.I;L5Awear heart on sleeveIf you wear your heart on your sleeve, you allow others to see your emotions or feelings. You could see that she was hurt - she wears her heart on her sleeve!IMK)M9wear many hatsSomeone who wears many hats has to do many different types of tasks or play a variety of roles. Our company is small so the employees need to be flexible and accept to wear many hatsI L.KL T+owhale of a timeWhen people have a whale of a time, they enjoy themselves a lot. We had a whale of a time at the party last night.IBS3Mwet the baby's headThis expression means to have drink to celebrate the birth of a baby. When his first child was born, Tom invited his colleagues to a local bar to wet the baby's head.I(R3!wet behind the earsSomebody who is wet behind the ears is inexperienced or immature. Scott shouldn't be given that job.  He's still a bit wet behind the ears.I_Q-weigh your wordsIf you weigh your words, you choose your words carefully in order to express exactly what you mean and avoid any misunderstanding. At the press conference he spoke very clearly, weighing his words.INP3{weigh pros and consIf you weigh the pros and cons, you consider the advantages and disadvantages, the arguments for or against something. They weighed the pros and cons of the house before signing.I *E6w)tongue-lashingWhen you scold someone severely, you give them a tongue-lashing. The teacher gave Jeremy a tongue-lashing when arrived late for school.I}v+Ktongue in cheekIf you describe a rem9W?-whatever floats your boatAlthough you don't quite agree with someone, it's their choice and you think they should so whatever makes them happy. You're going to spend your honeymoon in Alaska? Well, whatever floats your boat!You're going to spend your honeymoon in Alaska? Well, whatever floats your boat!IaV; what makes someone tickWhen you try to understand what motivates someone or makes them behave the way they do, you want to know what makes them tick. He's a strange man.  It's hard to figure out what makes him tick.IRUCO'what goes round comes roundThis expression means that if you do something bad, something bad will happen to you eventually. He felt guilty about what he did,  feeling that what goes round comes round.I %-%l[G#when the rubber hits the roadThe moment when you put a theory into practice, or actually apply what you have learned, is when the rubber hits the road. The plan sounds good. I'd like to be there when the rubber  hits the road.IZi Kwhen the going gets tough, the tough get goingWhen faced with a difficult or dangerous situation, and the going gets tough, strong people take action to solve the problem. Tom has a positive attitude.  He often says 'When the going gets tough, the tough get going!'.IIY+G5wheels fall offWhen a situation gets out of control and everything starts to go wrong, the wheels fall off. The wheels fell off her career when she started taking drugs and cancelling concertsIX5Qwheeling and dealingSomeone accused of wheeling and dealing is thought to be involved in complicated, if not dishonest, deals in business or politics. Since the beginning of the election campaign, there's been a lot of wheeling and dealing going on.I |>-P|H N'ebite your lipto make an effort not to reaP 5s the bubble has burstTo say that the bubble has burst means that the success of an idea, a product or a situation has suddenly stopped. The video game was a phenomenal success but the bubble has burstIY/KMhave a brush withWhen you have a brush with something, such as the law, you encounter or experience it briefly. Had a brush with the law for speeding a few years ago, but he has had a clean record ever since.Ir# Mbrowned offIf you are browned off, you are bored, fed up or disheartened. Tom is browned off with his job.I-%ubrown as a berryTo say that someone is as brown as a berry means that they are very tanned. Judy came back from her holiday as brown as a berry.I>'{qbroad strokesIf something is described or defined with/in broad strokes, it is outlined in a very general way, without any details. In a few broad strokes he summed up the situation.I _+owhite ChristmasA white Christmas is when it snows at Christmas and the ground is white. We haven't had a white Christmas in twenty years.In^)? whistle-blowerIf you report an illegal or socially harmful activity to the authorities, and give information about those responsible for it, you are a whistle-blower. The poor working conditions were reported by a whistle-blower.Ij]3oGwhistle in the darkIf you whistle in the dark, you try to hide your fear and pretend to be brave in a scary or dangerous situation. Bob looks confident but he's just whistling in the dark; he knows he's going to lose his job.I}\;}Wwhile the going is goodIf you take action while the going is good, you do something before the situation changes and it is no longer possible. There's a 50% discount on subscriptions this month.  I think I'll subscribe while the going is good.I ck1w3tip of the icebergThe tip of the iceberg is the part that is known of a problem or situation which is thought to be much more serious. Journalists say that the re$cWU3whole caboodle whole kit and caboodleThis expression means 'everything'. They provided everything we needed, tables, chairs, cutlery ... the whole caboodle.IJbICwhiz kidA whiz kid is someone, usually young, who is very talented and successful at doing something. Apparently the new engineer knows what he's doing - a real whiz-kid from what I've  heard.Ia-qwhite as a ghostA person who is as white as a ghost looks very pale and frightened. She went as white as a ghost when she saw the gun.I]`)aEwhite elephantIf you call something a white elephant, you consider it useless although it may have cost a lot of money. The new cultural centre is a real white elephant.  It's so isolated that nobody goes there!I C5k'kowin by a noseWhen there is a very slight difference between the winner and the other competitors, victory is won by a nose. One second ahead of the others, he won by a nose.IJj/aat willWhen it is possible to do something at will, you can do it as and when you please, wherever and whenever you wish, without limit or restriction. He's so rich, he travel the world at will.Ii%!widow's peakA V-shaped point formed by the hair in the centre of the forehead is called a widow's peak. (was believed to be a sign of early widowhood)-IOh/gwide off the markIf something is (or falls) wide off the mark, it is incorrect or inadequate, or it is not what was expected. The price offered was wide off the mark; it was sold for ten times more!Ifg/#give a wide berthIf you give someone or something a wide berth, you stay at a prudent distance from them in order to avoid unwanted consequences. The only way to avoid traffic jams is to give the town centre a wide berth.I ),,E)oEC=knock/take wind out of sailsIf someone or something knocks or takes the wind out of your sails, they make you feel less confident by doing or saying something that you do not expect. The manager's rejection of our marketing strategy really took the wind out of our sails.Icn#mKget wind ofIf you get wind of something, you hear about something you were unaware of, usually a private or secret matter. The chairman didn't want the press to get wind of the takeover before the agreement was signed.I|mA/wind up in the wrong handsIf something winds up in the wrong hands, it comes into the possession of someone undesirable, for example an opponent or a competitor. Put the plans away carefully.  We don't want them to wind up in the wrong hands.IPla9win-winThe term win-win refers to a situation or proposition where both or all parties benefit from the outcome. There were smiles all round when the contract was signed - it was a win-win situation.I BXBLY+]%t7 (not a) wink of sleepIf someone doesn't get a wink of sleep, they don't sleep a all. It was so noisy in the hotel, I didn't get a wink of sleep.Is+ wing itTo wing it means to improvise or to deal with a situation without preparation. She didn't expect to be interviewed so she just had to wing it.ISr3!iwindow on the worldWhen something provides an opportunity to observe and learn about people and life in other countries, it is called a window on the world. The internet has become a window on the world.Iq'wind/wound upIf someone is so excited that they talk non-stop, they are wound up. Claire had so much to tell us after her trip that she was wound up.Ip?5%know which way wind blowsThis expression means that it is advisable to know how a situation is developing, or what the tendency is, in order to be prepared for any changes. Before we decide on anything, we need to know which way the wind is blowing.I *-WKx/Y#get wires crossedIf people get their wires crossed, they misunderstand each other or are confused about what was said. We must have got our wires crossed. I thought we were to meet at the hotel.IRw3y wipe that smile offThis expression is often used by parents or people in authority to indicate that the situation is not amusing at all. This is a very serious matter, so wipe that smile off your face!Iyv5gkwipe the slate cleanIf you wipe the slate clean, you make a fresh start and forget all past offences, disagreements or mistakes. When their father died, Bob and his brother decided to wipe the slate clean and forget the old family quarrels.IRu%winning waysA person who has winning ways has a charming or persuasive manner of gaining the affection of others or obtaining what they want. My grandson is hard to resist - he's got such winning ways.I 'MVR%[Athrow a boneIf you throw someone a bone, you say something kind or reward them in some way to make them feel good. The old ma{Uwwish the ground would swallow you upWhen you are so embarrassed by something that you would like to disappear, you wish the ground would swallow you up. When I realized I was reading the wrong report, I stood there in front of the group wishing the ground would swallow me up!IOz!_3wise up toIf you wise up or get wise to something, you become fully aware of  the facts and are no longer fooled. When Mike finally wised up to the methods being used, he resigned from the company.I2y5'wise after the eventWhen someone realizes, after something has happened, what could have been done to prevent it from happening, they are wise after the event. In retrospect, I suppose I should have realized the boy was in difficulty and offered to help, but it's easy to be wise after the event.I }'7}.)M'1thinly veiledIf something such as a feeling or reaction is thinly v6+Swithout a hitchIf something happens without a hitch, it takes place exactly as planned, without any difficulties. The ceremony went off without a hitch, to our great relief!IZ~1{wither on the vineIf something withers on the vine, it comes to an end or ceases to exist because people do not support or encourage it. Let's hope the recent efforts towards peace will not wither on the vine.I}-;Iwishful thinkingWishful thinking means believing that something that you want to happen is really happening or will happen, even though it is neither true nor likely. I think his health is improving a little, but perhaps that's just wishful thinking on my part.IU|;!eyour wish is my commandThis is a humoristic way of saying that you are willing to do whatever the other person asks. Breakfast in bed?  Your wish is my command!Breakfast in bed?  Your wish is my command!I H]HIH1A5think better of itIf you t2-%'by word of mouthInformation passed on through conversation is transmitted by word of mouth. No announcement was necessary - the news had already spread by word of mouth.IW)wool-gatheringA person who is wool-gathering is daydreaming and not concentrating on what his happening;  their thoughts are elsewhere. Justin spent the whole afternoon wool-gathering.  He must be in loveI7%c}wooden spoonThe person who finishes last in a race or competition receives an imaginary prize called the wooden spoon. Our team got the wooden spoon in this year's tournament.IE3otouch/knock on woodThis humorous expression, based on superstition, is used to avoid bad luck, often while touching something made of wood. The order will be confirmed shortly - touch wood!I=wonders will never ceaseThis saying is used to express pleasure or surprise at something. The price of petrol has dropped!  Wonders will never cease!Iofflrx~ &,28>DJPV\bhntz "(.4:@FLRX^djpv|ne between showing concern and being indiscreet - so don't overdo it!IB77)thin end of the wedgeTo refer to an event DH L P T Z_dhlpuy}  $ )!-"1$5%9&=*A+E.J/P0UX1\2_3cg4k6pu7y8}9:< = >?@BC#D'E+F/G2H6I:J>KBLFMJNNORPVQ[R_TcUgVkWoXsYxZ|[\^ _ `abde#f'g+h/i3j8k<l@nDoHpLqPrUsYt]uavewixm{q|u}y~~  |'| 7/mwords of one syllableIf you explain something in words of one syllable, you use very simple language. Not so fast!  Tell me in words of one syllable!I '{words fail meThis expression is often used when someone is so shocked, surprised or touched by something that they don't know what to say. "What do you think of Bob's attitude?"  "Words fail me!""What do you think of Bob's attitude?"  "Words fail me!"Ip Ew9put words in someone's mouthIf you claim that someone has said something, or suggest what they should say, you are putting words in their mouth. You're putting words in my mouth. I did not say I saw Mr. Brown. I said I saw his car!Ia E(not) get a word in edgewaysDuring a discussion, if you can't get a word in edgeways, you can't say something because the others are talking so much. I tried to give my opinion, but I couldn't get a word in edgeways.I  WY4;5Cthere for the takingIf something is there|%E#work to ruleDuring a conflict, when employees decide to do only the minimum amount of work required by company rules, and refuse any overtime, etc., they work to rule. In protest against the new measures, the employees decided to work to rule.IE/kwork like a charmIf something such as a product or method works like a charm, it functions very well or has the desired effect. I tried cleaning it with vinegar and it worked like a charm!IEG=work your fingers to the boneA person who works their fingers to the bone is extremely hardworking. He deserves his success; he worked his fingers to the bone when he started the business.I\ 9W=have your work cut outIf you have to face a difficult task or a challenging situation, you have your work cut out for you. I've got a month to reorganise the accounts department.  I have my work cut out for me!I VlV-1_shot in the darkTo refer to a question or statement as a shot in the dark means that it is a complete guess, but at the same time it might be close to the truth. He didn't know L1]put the clock backchange to a lower level or earlier time.The Common Rules in the company has put the clock back ten years.I,KSSIput the (or a) damper (or dampener)discourage or dishearten something.The violence before the round table conference is bound to put the dampers on the peace talks.I[J's1out of actionsomething is not working or cannot be used, somebody is injured or ill and cannot do things he or she usually does.I’m afraid I cannot tell you the account balance as the system is out of action.II!;[own accordvoluntarily, willingly.The managing director of the company didn’t have to be asked to resign – he went of his own accord.I ^8em^x 1Q)broad as it's longThis expression means that there is no real difference which alternative is chosen. Take the high-speed train, or fly and take a taxi? It's as broad as it's long.Take the high-speed train, or fly and take a taxi? It's as broad as it's long.It)}Wbroad daylightIf something happens in broad daylight, it takes place in the clear light of day when everyone can see what's going on. His car was stolen in front of the bank, in broad daylight, and apparently there was not one witness!IO/S1bring up the rearSomeone who brings up the rear is the last person in a group of people who are walking or running. The pupils walked calmly down the corridor, with the teacher bringing up the rear.ID7-9bring someone to heelIf you force someone to behave in a disciplined manner, you bring them to heel. The boy had always behaved badly, but the new headmaster managed to bring him to heel.I  S767-that's going too far!If you go too far, you do something that is considered c3world of differenceWhen comparing two things or situations, the expression a world of difference means that there is a vast difference between them. A swimming pool would make a world of difference in this hot climate.I %min the worksIf something is in the works, it is currently being prepared or planned. A reorganisation of the company is in the works.I2O the worksSomething that has the works contains everything that is possible, or the full range of options. The first thing he did was order a new computer with the works.Is+=work the systemPeople who work the system learn how a state or public organisation works in order to benefit as much as possible from the system. He hasn't changed his lifestyle since he lost his job - he must know to work the system!I VfZ19'Kkiss of deathSomething that may seem good and favourable but that actually brings ruin to hopes, plans, etc.Her mariage to that guy was the kiss of death for Leila'(5)Qmcoast is clearTo say that the coast is clear means that there is no danger in sight or that nobody can see you. OK. The dog has gone inside. The coast is clear.IU4+not have a clueIf you don't have a clue about something, you don't know anything about it. My wife's grandmother's maiden name? I don't have a clue!My wife's grandmother's maiden name? I don't have a clue!Il35{=cloud on the horizonA problem or difficulty that is predictable, or seems likely to arise in the future, is called a cloud on the horizon. They are happily married and for the moment there appear to be no clouds on the horizon.I&2'9on cloud nineA person who is on cloud nine is very happy because something wonderful has happened. When the boss announced my promotion, I was on cloud nine.I %rP2+} test the .C9whave the world at your feetIf you have the world at your feet, you are extremely successful and greatly admired. The talented young actress has the world at her feet.I 1U#do a world of goodIf something does you a world of good, it is beneficial and makes you feel a lot better. Why don't you go away for a few days? A break would do you a world of good.Why don't you go away for a few days? A break would do you a world of good.I!5;ibe/mean the world toWhen you are or mean the world to someone, you are very important or precious to them. His daughter means all the world to Mr. Jones.IW9uin a world of your ownIf you are in a world of your own, you are so preoccupied by your own concerns that you are unaware of what is happening around you. Dad's out there in the garden in a world of how own.I ,-.-CWteeth chatteringIf your teeth are chattering, you are extremely cold. Was I cold? My teeth were chattering!Was I cold?Y7yworm one's way out ofIf a person worms their way out of something, they use artful or devious means in order to avoid participating in it. You're not going to worm your way out of this. You must do your shareI%{worlds apartWhen two people or things are very different, they are worlds apart. As regards our political opinions, we are worlds apart.I 7yynot for all the worldIf you say that you would not to something for (all) the world, you mean that you never do it, no matter what you were offered. I would not live in that building for (all) the world!I would not live in that building for (all) the world!IPAUhave the world by its tailSomeone who has the world by its tail is very successful and has many opportunities to choose from. Due to her intelligence and hard work, she now has the world by its tail.I . N@)3OA -Oworth one's saltSomeone who deserves respect because they do their job well is a person who is worth their salt. Any inspector worth their salt would have checked the papers carefully.I91awthe worse for wearIf someone or something is the worse for wear, they are in poor condition, either worn, damaged or tired. He came back from New York rather the worse for wear!I+_Iworm's eye viewTo offer a worm's eye view of a situation is to give your opinion based on what you see at close range from an inferior position, so it is therefore not a general view. I'm not sure I can be of much help.  I can only offer you a worm's eye view of the situation.IN7U%even a worm will turnThis expression means that even someone who never complains will react to an intolerable situation. Don't treat him so severely.  He never protests, but even a worm will turn!I c9c3%';wrapped up inIf you wrapped up in an activity, you are totally concentrated on it. Emma was so wrapped up in her work that she didn't realize her colleagues had all left.IJ$9C-wrap your brain aroundIf you concentrate on something in an effort to understand, you wrap your brain around it. I need a translation of this report urgently, so wrap your brain around it fast!I#wound upIf someone is so excited that they talk non-stop, they are wound up. Claire had so much to tell us after her trip that she was wound up.I0"-M}worth your whileIf something is worth your while, it is a useful thing to do and deserves the time spent on it. It would be well worth your while to attend the seminar.IC!=Eworth its weight in goldSomeone or something that is worth their weight in gold is considered to be of great value. We couldn't run the farm without him.  He's worth his weight in gold.I V(*!!1tall storyA tall story is a story which is difficult to believe because it sounds unlikely. What he said about a stolen invention sounds like a tall story to me.I Q%talk shopIf you talk shop, you talk about your work or business in a social situation with someone you work with, and make the conversation boring for the others present. I never go out with my coV(Acwritten all over your faceWhen someone's feelings or thoughts are very clear, you can say that they are written all over their face. Her affection for her grandson was written all over the old lady's face.IR'3CCwriting on the wallThis refers to a situation where there are signs showing that a problem is going to occur. We all knew Larry was going to lose his job, but he refused to see the writing on the wall.I&&?3qwrapped up in cotton woolSomeone who is wrapped up in cotton wool is over-protected from dangers and risks. Their children are kept wrapped up in cotton wool.I Dj`C+3(not) take no for an answerSomeone who will not take no for an answer is very insistent in the way they make their request or offer and is unwilling to accept a refusal. My grandmother insisted that we stay for dinner and wouldn't take no for an answer.IV+g/take lying downIf you take something lying down, you suffer as a result of an offensive act without reac-Alike or as a duck to water – to do something very quickly and enjoy doing it – easily and naturally – to have a usual aptitude to do something 1. She’s taken to the home of her grandma like a duck to water. 2. Miranda just took to motherhood like a duck to water. 3. She started skating and she learned how quickly, like a duck takes to water. 4. Chris is really a natural surfing. He took to surfing like a duck to water even before he started it as a profession. 5. This baby adapted to the bottle as a duck takes to water.I ??'W=)'%Ca dab hand at: – expert – adept at – one skillful at – a person who is an expert at a particular activity – someone specially skilled at a task: 1. My friend was too weak in all computer studies, but now he’s become a dab hand at Internet and Software. 2. Try one spoon of this pasta and you’ll agree she is a dab hand at making great Italian foods. 3. George is a dab hand at tennis, he always in this game. 4. Barbara is a dab hand at chopping onions fast and without tears. 5. For our new car garage, we are required a experienced mechanic who is a dab hand at engine repairing. 6. My 4 years old son is amazingly a dab hand at using mobile phones. 7. If you want to be a dab hand at chess you need to work hard. 8. Practice makes it perfect, keep practicing, you will be a dab hand at playing guitars one day. 9. I am a dab hand in touch typing on computer keyboard and typewriters more than you do on mobile phones to send texts.I P.Pb(,/iMat death’s door – on the point of dying – very ill – in serious danger of death – verkO+_ika rough diamond or a diamond in the rough – a person of exceptional character – a person wijN*'3Wat a discount – not valuable or not in worth – at a lower price than usual – below the nominal value – held in low esteem – out of favor – poorly esteemed – depreciated – offering or selling at reduced prices 1. Freedom fighters are at a discount in the present politics. 2. Carl bought that necklace at a discount which Emily wanted to have since last 2 years. 3. I won’t purchase an Apple iPhone until i can get one at a discount. 4. Honesty and goodness is at a discount in this selfish and cruel world. 5. It’s a winter sale at this garment shop today and you can purchase your favorite cloths at a discount. 6. Yesterday, I bought two burgers at a discount at McDonald’s restaurant.I $(-WGbaying for bloodwant somebody to be hurt or punished.The victims’ families could be seen baying for blood of the assaulter’s during the trial.I['Gbeat about or around the bushapproach indirectly, in a roundabout way, or too cautiously.You will have to learn to speak clearly about what you want. You won’t get anywhere if you keep beating about the bush.IM&/{belle of the ballbe the most attractive woman at party or similar event.She wore a dress made by the country’s most valued designer and could easily be picked up as the belle of the ball evening.I)%#?better halfhusband of wife, the larger amount or majority of something.I think a two-bedroom flat would suit us but I’d better confirm it with my better half.I|$=Cbeyond a shadow of doubtwithout any doubt; indubitably. Example His guilt is now proved beyond a shadow of doubt.-I W>\W#I1bide timewait for the opportune moment.The wild cat sat quietly in front of the rabbit’s hiding place, biding his time.I}"U/ big cheese, or fish, or gun, or shotimportant person.Apparently her father is a big cheese in one of the major banks.I5!}gbig dealmatter of importance, something you say to show that you do not think that something is either important or interesting.Winning a scholarship is no big deal for him.I 3%[a bird’s eye viewan overview.This website gives you abird’s eye view of the Idioms used in Indian exam system since British times.I+U=bits and piecesmiscellaneous, mainly small objects.After the accident, there were bits and pieces of the wreckage spread all over the road.I>;esbite the hand that feedshow ingratitude, turn against a benefactor.The institution offered me a scholarship , so I shouldn’t bite the hand that feeds me and criticize its policies.I uu%hMc5take matters into your own handsIf you take matters into your hands,.3+Ea drop in the ocean – insignificant amount – a very small amount compared to the amount needed – unimportant amount – a very small proportion of the whole 1. Her cry was only a single drop in the ocean compared to the billions of tears shed by mourners after the war. 2. A hundred thousand may seem a lot but it’s a drop in the ocean compared to the millions that need to be spent. 3. I always try to give money to charity but sometimes I feel it is just a drop in the ocean. 4. Our government’s sending a thousand tons of food, but that’s just a drop in the ocean compared to what’s needed. 5. My letter of protest was just a drop in the ocean. 6. I know twenty dollars is just a drop in the ocean, but if everyone gave that much it’d make a big difference. 7. A few thousand pounds is a drop in the ocean when you think about the millions that will be spent on this project.I /Mb/5at the drop of a hat – at the slightest signal – immediately, without delay – without any hesitation – without any planning and for no obvious reason 1. We now have a situation where laws are bent at the drop of a hat. 2. Dustin was always ready to go fishing at the drop of a hat. 3. If you need help, just call on Mike. He can come at the drop of a hat. 4. I can’t go rushing off to Edinburgh at the drop of a hat. 5. She’d purchase her expensive jewelry at the drop of a hat and worry about how she would pay for it later. 6. We’re expected to just do it at the drop of a hat – no notice or anything. It’s disgraceful. 7. People will file lawsuits at the drop of a hat these days. 8. I’d quit my job at the drop of a hat if I didn’t have a family to support. 9. That girl is so emotional; she’ll start crying at the drop of a hat.I aa3QOa cinchsomething that is very easy to do.I was not confident of finishing the work in time, but with right preparation, it became a cinch.I22-C at daggers drawnabout to or ready to fight.The two neighboring countries have several times been at daggers drawn over extraction of the natural resources from the ocean.IU1%=]a damp squiban event which people think will be exciting but which is disappointing when it happens.The party turned out to be a bit of a damp squib. Half the people who’d been invited didn’t turn up.Iv0#7'in the dock – on trial in court, especially in a criminal case. – under intense scrutiny. – being tried in a court, especially a criminal court; on trial. 1. The accused stood in the dock through the entire proceeding. 2. The accused was very calmed and serious while taking him in the dock. 3. The accused lady fell in the dock when she heard the punishment.I { P{8eEat bottombasically, fundamentally; also, in reality.She speaks somewhat bluntly but those who know her say that she’s always honest at bottom.I 7# after blooddesire to catch somebody in order to hurt them or punish them.He has duped many people and now they are after his blood.I$65Aiat the crack of dawnvery early in the morning.The tsunami hit the shores of Japan at the crack of dawn, which shattered the entire shore to one miles deep.I95% Wa sacred cowsomething that people do not like to question; a taboo subject.The judiciary remains a sacred cow, despite increasing evidence that serious mistakes have been made.Io4/aeas the crow fliesin a straight line, by the shortest route.it’s only three miles to Square Tower as the crow flies, but it’s all of ten miles if the Glasgow Hamilton Road is closed and one has to drive round the Johnstone Road.I  c%_'war of wordsAn argument between two people or groups.The war of words between the two tcountries hasn't ceased to for a loPH1odig in one's heelsIf you dig in your heels, you refuse to do something, especially if someone is trying to convince you to do so. My grandfather dug in his heels and refused to move to an apartment.I_GW#Ydifferent strokes for different folksEach individual has their own tastes and requirements. What suits one person may not suit another. Alison really enjoys gardening, whereas Julie finds it a chore.  Different strokes for different folks!Alison really enjoys gardening, whereas Julie finds it a chore. Different strokes for different folks!IF=/Kdifferent kettle of fishTo describe a person, thing or situation as a different kettle of fish means that it is completely different from what was previously mentioned. You may have good business relations, but living in that country is a different kettle of fish.I jjx1 on somebody's tailIf you are on somebody's tail, you are following them closely. The suspect hasn't been arrested yet, but the police are on his tail.I"w5]Gtail w=' a blind alleya dead end; a position without hope of progress or success.The latest scientific theory may turn out to be a blind alley.I+<5][a bolt from the blueunexpected happening; complete surprise.The sudden uprising in many parts of the country was completely a bolt from the blue for the ministry.I;))as busy as beevery busy, in a purposeful and pleasant way, hard working.He’s as busy as a bee, quite often attending meetings and organizing events.I*:'[ia wet blanketperson who spoils other people’s fun.She was indisposed so she decided to skip the party, not wanting to be a wet blanket on such a happy occasion.I9-KCas bold as brassshameless, audacious, impudent.She was not invited to the wedding and yet she showed up at the function, as bold as brass.I >dB?5ma bag or bundle of nervesvery nervous person.Before the interview, he was a bundle of nerves.I=A7 Ka whole new ball gamea significant change in circumstances; a changed turn of events.After two genuine striking batsman joined the Indian Cricket team it was a whole new ball game.I@)oa bed of roseseasy option, a comfortable or luxurious position.She found that taking care of old parents was not a bed of roses.I\?1a bird in the handsomething in one’s possession, often modest but better than nothing.It may not be the best of jobs, but it’s a bird in the hand and you should not give it up till you can find a better one.I^>99_a blessing in disguisemisfortune which turns out to have advantages; good outcome from evil situation, etc.Losing that job turned out to be a blessing in disguise for him as it forced him to plunge into business.I c U cR=p#K!sweet#F#Gsall up withno hope is left for somebody.It is all up with now finding some good crane operator, they couldn’t have survived so long in these conditions.IGE;+=all hell will let looseuproar, confusion, if all hell breaks loose, a situation suddenly becomes noisy and violent, usually with a lot of people arguing or fighting.Don’t take her into the party fold or all hell will let loose.  This big guy walked up to the bar and hit Freddie and suddenly all hell broke loose.I3D-Ywas broad as longthe same, whatever way you look at it.He could not decide which formal suit to purchase – he thought the choice was just about as broad as it was long.IpC!u_a bit muchif one says something is a bit much, he or she thinks that it is not fair or that it is more than one can deal with.I think it’s a bit much to expect a pace bowler to bowl more than 50 overs in one day, in cricket game.I dEI`dM!Q5as long ason condition that, provided that.“As long as he promise to be careful while driving, he can drive my new Honda car.ImL!C as soon aswhen, just after something.He get the auto-rickshaw as soon as he reached to the bus stop.I KGSas towith regard to, according to.“As to your query about passport status, she will present the necessary papers next Monday.”IUJ+}as wellin addition to.She plans to take a language course this winter as well.IoI!+)as well asin addition to.“Please bring my Cricket bat as well as gloves, I have to play the match.”IH-I-arrive in a bodyarrive with unity as a group.“The Classroom became too noisy when all the students arrived in a body.”I7G#_as an asideas a comment that is not supposed to be heard by everyone.At the party reception, she said as an aside, “The boss’s suit is inappropriate for the occasion.”I M*zUSabout tobe on the point of doing something.I was about to leave for the college when somebody knocked on the door.IT%according toas said or told by somebody, in agreement with something.According to the report, the crime rate in the city has gone down.I~S#kaccount forprovide an explanation or answer for something.The bad weather account for the low attendance at the rally.IR-after allconsidering the fact that something happened, something that is usually assumed.You don’t need to call him. After all, he never calls you.IjQ+Qqall of a suddensuddenly, without advance warning.All of sudden it became dark and the rain started.I]P3as a matter of factactuallyAs a matter of fact, the couple has applied for a divorce.IOW%as far asto the extent or degree of something.As far as I know the movie has got excellent reviews from the film critics.I]NEuas forwith regards to, concerning.As for me, I want to go with her to help her sister.I |&Hc+;?stumbling blockA problem or obstacle that preven`Z%Adam’s alewater.if he feels tired, let him have a glass of Adam’s ale from the tap.IZY!Cgarm in armclosely allied or intimate.On the new year’s eve party Tom was arm in arm with Jerry. The Cogress political party cancelled former minister’s candidature as he was arm in arm with the opposition.IuXSad hocfor the special purpose, impromptu.An ad hoc committee was formed to address health insurance problems.IW!]Ialma materthe college or school that one attended.He was delighted when he was offered the position of professor of Economics at his alma mater.IdV%1avante-gardethe artists, writers, musicians etc. of any period whose work is very modern and very different to what has been done before.Since early fifties, the trade fair has been a major showcase for the avant-grade.I >C>E_3ono strings attachedAn offer 'with no strings attached' is an offer made without conditions or restrictions, and requires nothing in return. I managed to get a loan with no strings attached.I^Ayanother string to yo2^5Cupset the apple-cartspoil or disrupt a plan or arrangement; disprove a theory.We had planned to hold a get-together in the evening, but bad weather upset the apple-cart.I;]1kqarmed to the teethfully equipped (with weapons, arguments, etc.).The alleged tax-defaulter was ready for all their questions, and armed to the teeth with proof of his innocence.I \ABCthe elementary or first elements; the simplest knowledge.He is keen to understand the ABC of making investment in a stock market.I9[!Qad nauseumif somebody discuss something ad nauseum, they talk about it so much that they become very boring.She talks ad nauseum about how brilliant she was in her school days.I L-b+qUalpha and omegathe beginning and the end, the first and the last.The strategy to control inflation remains the alpha and omega of the government’s economic policy.Ia'u)ants in pantsbe extremely restless, uneasy, impatient or anxious.The young students just can’t sit still; they must have ants in their pants.I)`-kQapple of discordanything causing trouble, discord, or jealousy.The right to host the next Olympic games has become an apple of discord between the two countries.Ih_%;apple of eyethe person of whom one is extremely fond, favorite, loving.She has three children, but her youngest son is the apple of her eye.  Poor Richard was to me as an eldest son, the apple of my eye.  He found him in a desert land, and in the waste howling wilderness; he led him about, he instructed him, he kept him as the apple of his eye.I mp=W#K!strike homeWhen somebody's comments or remarks strike homyg!9/all in alleverything considered.She may not be brilliant, but all in all I think she did quite well in her exams.IKf-_across the boardhappening or having an effect on people at every level and in every area.The improvement is seen across the board, with all divisions either recording profits or reducing losses.Ie+a man of actiona man who prefers to do things rather than think about and discuss them.The country needs a political leader who is a man of action.Iyd/Aalive and kickingcontinue to live or exist and be full of energy, to continue to be popular or successful.She hadn’t met her younger sister after her marriage and was delighted to see her alive and kicking at a social event last weekend.Ic)wall and sundrypeople in general; everybody, without discrimination.I don’t want all and sundry to come to know about our differences.I ]~my]|m)9-brownie pointsgood marks for credit.You’re not going to get many brownie points for submitting a report like this.Il15cburst at the seamsbe full to capacity.All hill stations were bursting at the seams and they had to settle for spending the weekend at home only.Ipk=Oibe on a collision coursedoing or saying things which are certain to cause a serious disagreement or a fight between them.All the ambassadorial attempts have failed and the United States and Iran emerges to be on a collision course.I"j!mMblow coverinadvertently give away one’s secret identity.The burglar came to the marriage in a gentleman’s dress and hoped no one would blow his cover.Ihi!; by dint ofas result of something.Mark got what he wanted by dint of requesting and threatening.Ih%3=bell the catdo a dangerous job.Someone has to bell the cat and tell the commissioner that his own started the violence.I ir 5gNs!WGbetter offbe in a better situation than before.He would be better off if he curb his habit of spending everything that you earn at weekends.IPr!MGbreak downDivide something into parts, to separate something into simpler substances, stoppage of process.The welfare organizations in cit of London tried to break down the problem for full analysis.Ifq!'by the wayincidentally.“By the way, could you please make the dinner for all of us today?”ISp3!kbetwixt and betweenundecided.She is betwixt and between about going America.Io'-}beg to differrefuse politely.Larry Smith is in favour of setup a new production unit of mobiles at Glassgow, but the managing director beg to differ.In'm)blind impulsesudden and unaccountable desire to do something.Acting on what appeared to be a blind impulse, she submitted her resignation.I 00I_<;AWdevil take the hindmostThis expression means that you should think of yourself and not worry about other people. When the boat capsized it was a case of 'the devil take the hindmost', but luckily they all survived.Iw;U]Qdevil makes hard work for idle handsThis expression means that people who do not have enough to do are often tempted to do something wrong. It's not good for kids to have nothing to do at the week-end; the devil makes work for idle hands!II:;edevil is in the detailsThis expression refers to a task or a job which appears simple but is in fact more difficult to accomplish. Framing a picture looks easy but the devil is in the details.I!9-eEdevil's advocateDuring a discussion or debate, if you play devil's advocate, you pretend to be against an idea or plan in order to determine the validity of the arguments in favour of it. She decided to play devil's advocate just to see how strongly people felt about the project.I G#pJ-7(same) old storyA common occurrence, or something that happex;7Ubitter medicine or pillhard thing to accept.Reduced salaries are a dose of bitter medicine the companies will have to accept for their survival.I^w#% blue-collarof or relating to industrial work, especially the semiskilled and unskilled.They hope the new manufacturing unit on the outskirts of the small town will open up the doors for many more blue-collar jobs.Iv'AKa brain drainflow of talent, skill etc.The slowdown in the advanced countries triggered a reverse brain drain to developing countries.I,u//the brains behindbe the person who plans and organizes something, especially something successful.She was the brains behind many of the UK. government initiatives.I5t_buzz worda word or phrase that people in a particular group start to use a lot because they think it is important.Minimalism is the latest buzz word in modern architecture.I u*u})aCthe beau monderich and fashionable, fashionable society.He too no interest in the glittering beau monde that he belonged to now after his marriage.I|;oqbe (or get) in bed withwork with a person or organisation, or to be involved with them, in a way which causes other people distrust you.All those 5 people were accused of being in bed with the terrorists responsible for 7th July, 2005 London Bombing.Iy{5Ahave a bee in bonnetbe obsessed with one idea.He’s got a real bee in his bonnet about people keeping many pets.Iz#{belly laugha loud laugh which cannot be controlled, a heavy laugh.It’s not often you read the books that give you a real belly laugh.IRyAYbig mouthwho speak a lot, be loquacious, often nosily or boastfully; be tactless or reveal secrets.His friends are scared of inviting his at the parties as after a few drinks he turns into a big mouth.I J^[B%stool pigeonA person who acts as an informer, especially#'Uabosom friendsclose friends who share confidences.The two ladies who were arrested in case of injuring each other for one man, were bosom friends for years.I&)Sgbreak the newsmake something known for everybody.It was a really too hard work to break the news of that catastrophic accident to the families of the victims.I%['burn fingerssuffer unpleasant results of an action.Many unemployed youths burn their fingers when they are duped under a bushel.I2Q by and bylater; in due course; before long.The British Metro train moved in and out of tunnels on that rocky terrain and, by and by they arrived at a big town of Glasgow.I2~qkbad mouthsay unpleasant things about somebody or something, especially in order to spoil other people’s opinions of them.Why do you always bad mouth your acquaintances?I  dׁM=! stir-crazyIf a person goes stir-crazy, they become very agitated or nervous because they have been confined to a place for too long. After several days in quarantine, people were going i#buy timedo something in order to be allowed more time.Freelance working buys time for her to look around for a new full-time job.I 1)Ubetween you and mein confidence.I tell you something, just between you and me, I don’t think her painting deserve the first prize.I +w bird of passagea transient, one who is here today and gone tomorrow.She moves out nearly every year; she’s a true bird of passage.I!Q'blue blooddescent from nobility, aristocrat.She often tell her friends that she has blue blood flowing through her veins.Is)5bona fidegenuine; real.The Google says, “We gives priority to the bona fide content and text on a website.” The new immigration policy is implemented so blindly that it sometimes leads to rejection of bona fide political refugees.I S74'3#one-upmanshipThis term refers to the art of gaining and keeping an advantage over other people. He's a successful man, but his one-upmanship has left him with few friends.Ib/ one's own undoingIf you do something that is the cause of your own failure, loss or downfall, it is your own undoing. You can blame nobody but yourself. If he continues to gamble like that, it will be his own undoing.I 1Q-one's number is upTo say that one's number is up means that either a person is in serious difficulty and something bad is going to happen, or the time has come when they will die. The police have located the escaped prisoner so it looks as if his number is up!I %{one too manySomeone who has had one too many has drunk too much alcohol. I think Tony's had one too many - he's talking rubbish.I) )5 one track mindIf you have a one-track mind, you have a tendency to think about only one subject. The boy has a one-track mind; all he thinks about is football!I .08)}Qsticky fingersSomeone who has sticky fingers has a tendency to steal. Items have been disappearing from the stock recently. Do any of the employees have sticky fingers?I]7r Mburn the candle at both the endsexhaust someone’s energies or resources by leading a hectic life.She has been burning the candle at both ends by doing a full-time job and preparing for her International English Language Test exams.Ip Mm=burst the bubble or bubble burstsudden end of a very happy or successful period.The economic strength of India was booming and then the bubble burst with the crash of stock market in last decade.burst the bubble, she ruined my life.I,7w?bury head in the sandrefuse to think about an unpleasant situation, hoping that it will improve so that you will not have to deal with it.Parents and Principal said ragging was being ignored and accused the girls hostel’s warden of burying her head in the sand, in Perth city of Australia.I -M'Ubody and soulwith all one’s effort and ability.He dedicated himself to science studies and astronomy, body and soul.I@'kbring to bookmake somebody accountable for his conduct, punish somebody.It was frustrating for the victims’ kin as the police and court failed to bring anyone to book for the crime.Iv-;bread and buttersomeone’s livelihood.Teaching classic music to young boys and girls is her bread and butter.I\!SYbreak backoverpower, get through the hardest part of something, to put a lot of efforts into doing something.He is very talented and should refuse to break your back working for him for a salary of $200 a month.IO?=9break new or fresh grounddo something innovative.It is an interesting discovery in energy conservation field of United Kingdom which definitely breaks new ground in the country’s energy program.I I m#IV!y'blind datean arranged meeting for two people have never met each other before, in order to try to start a romantic relationship.She agreed to go on a blind date with one of her friend’s former boyfriend.I!iblind spotsubject about which one is ignorant or biased.Languages are my blind spot, I always fumbled at Hindi and French.I@/Qbad blood betweenfeeling of hate between people because of any arguments in the past.The villagers say the arson attack may have been the result of bad blood between the two families.I/'}Qblue eyed boya man who is liked and admired by somebody in authority.She gets the charge of all the assignment except the finance, which is kept for the blue-eyed boy.I\3u'be in the same boatbe in the same unpleasant situation as other people.When he lost his job, he twittered that it was not bad to know he was in the same boat as about three hundred thousand others in the country.I )H):(5?stKY-bite off more than one can chewtry to do more than one is able to do.By accepting two part-time jobs, he is clearly biting off more than he can chew.IC#5Cbite tonguerefrain from saying something one wants to say, because the moment is inappropriate.The lady officer has a very quick temper and often fails to bite her tongue in an argument.I9Ia blank cheque (check)complete authority or unrestricted freedom of action or a free hand.Several people expressed their concern when the Chairman desired to give the blank cheque for the company’s future in the hands of the 25-year-old director.I.3Ablast from the pastSomething that suddenly and strongly that makes you remember a previous time in your life.Watching that movie again was a real blast from the past.I4'Cblaze a trailpursue a line of research that points the way to great discoveries.The medical college has blazed a trail in developing new techniques for treating diabetes.I CqC/E;+ die with one's boots onA person who dies with their boots on dies while still leading an active life. He says he'll never retire.  He'd rather die with his boots on!I6D#gydie is castTo say that the die is cast means that an irrevocable decision has been made that will determine the future. I've handed in my resignation, so now the die is cast!I=C+13dicey situationAny situation that is potentially risky or dangerous is called a dicey situation. The politician put himself in a dicey situation by getting involved with an intern.IB+7sdice with deathIf you put your life at risk by doing something very dangerous, you dice with death. Going mountain-climbing alone is dicing with death.IhA+yAdice are loadedIf everything seems to work to your disadvantage, and you are not likely to succeed, the dice are loaded against you. I applied for the job, but being a woman, and over forty, the dice were loaded against me.I 5%/+stand up forWhen you defend or support a person, a belief or an idea, you stand up for them. A growingb,)5}over dead bodyThis expression is used by someone who absolutely refuses to allow someone to do something. "Mum, can I get by nose pierced?"  "Over my dead body!""Mum, can I get by nose pierced?"  "Over my dead body!"I7+5Wyover-egg the puddingIf you try to improve something excessively by adding unnecessary details, you over-egg the pudding. Keep your report simple.  Don't over-egg the pudding.IF*)Yat the outsideWhen talking about the length of time or the amount of money necessary to do something, at the outside indicates the highest estimate or the largest amount. "How long will it take to get there?" "I'd say two hours at the outside.""How long will it take to get there?" "I'd say two hours at the outside."I 'kd'ijklmnopqrstuvwxyz{|}~Ms,3/bang onbe exactly correct.You said the Congress will get 240 seats, didn’t you? You were bang on.bang on.IC+9]bark up the wrong tree waste one’s efforts by pursuing the wrong thing or path.It was a very sensitive case and yet for over one year the investigators kept barking up the wrong tree.I*)aback to basicsstart to give your attention to the simplest and most important matters after ignoring them for a while.The president’s economic package has failed to win the financial institutions’ trust and he will have to get back to basics.I)/swith bated breathfeel very excited or anxious while you are waiting.The audience watched the circus artists’s antics with bated breath.I th75come uphappen unexpectedly.He will not be able to attend the meeting if something else comes up.Il6%akcome up withproduce or find a thought, idea or answer.I came up with a name for your newly born baby.I/5'7camp followerassociate; supporter.The trouble with having a music celebrity as one’s spouse is all the camp followers and fans forever trying to invade your privacy.Ik4!;cross pathmeet somebody casually.He never crossed my path again since that incident 5 years before.I35blow-by-blow accounta detailed description (of an occasion) given as the event takes place.The witness gave a blow-by-blow account of the happening.I42KQcbat an eye or eyelash or eyelidto not show any shock or surprise.When the Court pronounced the prisoner guilty of murder, the accused stood there without batting an eyelid.I1)mbe above boardstraight; without concealment, legitimate; open.No tricks, please. We want the deal to be above board completely.I O< cash inearn a lot of money at something, to make a profit at something.This is a good year for investing in gold, and you can cash in on it.IK;/_choke upmake a person become overemotional and speechless; to make a person begin to cry.The whole family choked up at the funeral procession, that was very emotional moment for everybody there.I8:7}Scome to a pretty passdevelop into a bad, unfortunate, or difficult situation.Things have come to such a pretty pass that nowadays parents are afraid of advising their children.IF9mcarry output something into action, to accomplish something, to do something.The scientist wanted to carry out several experiments before announcing the sending of human to the planet mars.IY8?qcome onplease, hurry, go faster.Come on, I have only few minutes before I must go.I .vL.sB+!1chicken heartednot brave.These chicken hearted bosses always seem to give in at the first sign of a strike.I$A%yAclarion calla strong and clear request for people to do something.The social leader’s clarion call for more donations has given rise to a prompt response.I@@-Ocloak and daggerof or characteristic of the activities of spies and undercover agents.Do we need to go for cloak-and-dagger way? Why can’t we just meet in a cafe like everyone else.Ic?!Yecome againplease repeat that; I beg your pardon?Come again? I can’t believe you said that.Ig>'Acome what wayno matter what may happen.It’s good to know that, come what may, our job is safe.I=7)othe creme de la cremethe very best.The Universal Group of Art is acknowledged as the creme de la creme from all of the art groups of academy. Origin Its origins have been traced to the decade 1840-1850, but its popularity in modern English, it is less common in modern FrenchI 7c>7kHcave infall in, collapse, faint, admit defeat.Torrential rain led to caving in of dilapidated house.IG'chime in withagree with each other, or is suitable for that situation.Her views on the issue chime in with the newspaper columnist’s stand.IF!q+coin moneymake a great deal of money easily or very quickly.With a monopoly in urban as well as rural markets the company could coin money.I+E%3come to passhappen, take place.The people of that remote village have been demanding a wide two-way road for many years; I don’t think it will ever come to pass.I[D!}/cool heelswait or be kept waiting; be detained or obliged to wait.The group of bikers riding through the country since last nine days were left to cool their heels overnight at a very inexpensive inn last night.IC)MScut and thrustfierce competition, debate, etc.She realized very soon that she won’t suited to the cut and thrust approach of modern journalism.I ]*G6#Espin a yarnIf you spin a yarn, you tell a story, usually a long improbable one, with distorted truths. He failed the extM--%cut down to sizehumble somebody.The young officer is so arrogant; I wish someone would cut him down to size.I_LCGIcut coat according to clothadapt to one’s circumstances, make sure one’s plans are appropriate to one’s resources.Of course, we’d love a luxurious car, but you have to cut your coat according to your cloth.I K!?Icall namesverbally abuses somebody.She was afraid that if she wore spectacles to her school, the other kids would call her names.I"J'Ascarte blanchefull authority, free hand.The rich business man’s daughter had carte blanche when it came to choosing which groom she wanted to marry with.II'=qcatch nappingsurprise, take unawares.The government was really caught napping the day the protesters planned to jam the highways and roads of the town.I *f ^}-speed networkingThis term refers to a relatively new urban trend which convR)3'come a croppercome to ruin; fail.She seemed to come a cropper shortly after her promotion as cabinet minister.IQ%G;cross swordsquarrel; have a disagreement.Every day at 6 PM. the Jenny and Eliza crossed swords for watching their favorite show.IIP)U+crowning gloryThe greatest or most beautiful thingThe crowning glory of her career came six years later when the Council for British Research awarded Cynthia the Royal Prize for her great work.I@O3_comes to the crunchin a critical moment or crucial time, or in a tight corner.It’s always the same, she promise help, but as soon as when it comes to the crunch she invents excuses.IRN%SCcurry favourseek to gain advantage by flattery.The current Scottish government has promised to increase the expenditure quota in education and defense system in an attempt to curry favour with citizens.I PJP*W-?cool as cucumberbe very calm and relaxed.There he stood, cool as cucumber and totally oblivious to the violence that had shattered the very fabric of the society.InV%%'cut the cordstop needing somebody else to look after you and start acting independently.In order to achieve true independence, developing countries must cut the cord and stop asking for financial aid from the developed countries.I*U9U]the corridors of powerthe offices of the powerful leaders.As personal adviser to the Prime Minister, he thought he’d get his foot inside the corridors of power.I(T'yGcount chickenmake plans based on events that may or may not happen.I know you have motivated plans for your industrial endeavor, but don’t count your chicken.I2S%{[cover tracksconceal one’s whereabouts, activities and intentions.The murderer covered his tracks by throwing the shot gun in the lake and burying his landlord’s body.I 8><8\#y)closed booksomething that one knows or understands nothing about.I’m afraid that this new physics formula will always be a closed book to me.If[!)cloud ninebe very happy.She’s been on cloud nine since she heard the news of her engagement.I~Z3S cock and bull storycomplicated, ridiculous, or unbelievable story, a story or explanation which is obviously not true.She started to tell some cock and bull story to the police officers about how she found a huge bag containing 5 pounds of gold.IUY%=_catch a coldsuffer a financial loss.Like my elder brother Brian Reddik tried the offshore business of education, but he catches a cold just after its one month, and there is no sign of his growth till now.IeX7%conspiracy of silencegeneral agreement to keep silent about a subject for the purpose of secrecy.On the airport security check, there is a conspiracy of silence; most of guards bypass the known visitors without checking.I |/NV| W]Gacid testTo refer to something as' the acid test' means that it will prove how effective or useful something is. The training course was very interesting but the acid test will come when I start my new job.Iu'!7Achilles heelThis expression refers to a vulnerable area or a weak spot, in an otherwise strong situation, that could cause one's downfall or failure. He's extremely intelligent, but his inability to speak in public is his Achilles heelI^/o3hold all the acesA person who holds all the aces is in a very strong position because they have more advantages than anyone else. Given the high unemployment figures in some countries, employers hold all the aces.IN A[have an ace up your sleeveIf you have an ace up your sleeve, you have something in reserve with which you can gain an advantage. I'm well prepared for the negotiations. I've got an ace up my sleeveI mi7m,b-aacome full circlereturn to an earlier position or decision.After changing couple of jobs in last three years, Jane Stuart come full circle in her first company job.Ia# a class acthigh-class performance or display; also the person performing.The film drama show hailed as a class act failed to become a great hit.Iz`'%?a clean slatefresh start.It is never too late in true love and boding, so you can always start with a clean slate.I'_3) close shave or callnarrow escape.Jack managed to jump from 7th floor of the World Trade Center in time after Hijacked plane hits but it was a real close shave.I^#1Iclean sweepwin devastatingly.The forecasters are predicting a clean sweep for the ruling party in the approaching election.I]+7[clear the decksget ready for action.The British Petroleum company is clearing the decks for setting up many huge new projects around globe.I _.@_] 'Agcut both waysSomething that cuts both ways has both a positive and a negative effect at the same time. Banning cars in the town centre can cut both ways : less traffic congestion but fewer customers in the shops.I #5a cut aboveSomeone or something that is a cut above the others is better or of higher quality. The articles in this magazine are a cut above the others.I'#E}on the cuspOn the cusp refers to a point in time that marks a transition or the beginning of a change. Some people think the world is on the cusp of a new era.I%Agoff the cuffIf you speak off the cuff, you say something without any previous thought or preparation. He handles off-the-cuff interviews very well.IN;]on cueIf something happens on cue, it happens at exactly the appropriate or expected moment. My grandmother was blowing out the candles on her birthday cake when, right on cue, the flowers arrived.I `zm+oosoften the blowWhen someone tries to soften the blow, they do somepf1oWcatch-22 situationthe particular situation in which one cannot win.I couldn’t start my own business, until I have got money, and I couldn’t get money until I start my own business, oh my God, this is the real catch-22 situation.I~e9Qcharity begins at homeone has to make adequate provision for their family before one make provision for needy strangers.She spends the little money that she earns on social work and neglect her own family, forgetting that charity begins at home.Id)7mchild’s playvery easy task, work.Now that David Beckham was completely fit, playing in the world championship looked like child’s play for him.Ic+OUchink in armoura susceptible or vulnerable area.She is a brilliant social worker but her lack of political awareness may be the chink in her armour.I ?`j!oGcall bluffexpose somebody’s deception, invite a showdown.Some opposition parliamentarians kept threatening to resign on the issue, and eventually the Prime Minister of India decided it was time to call their bluff.I)i+9close the booksput an end to a matter that concerns somebody or something.It’s time to close the books on the library theft of Oxford University in year 1956.Ih)s3a can of wormsa complex unexpected problem or unsolvable dilemma.No one wanted to be the part of that project, realizing that it was a can of worms.Ig=MEbuild castles in the airthinking of some impossible task, make plans or hopes that have very little chance of happening.She keeps talking about her big-time ambitions, but it’s all castles in the air. Don’t build castles in the air, just and find some work to earn money.I 2}eMn'?Idig own gravedo something stupid that will seriously harm oneself, cause one’s own ruin or downfall.If she continues to behave like this to her senior officer, she’ll be digging her own grave.Im#]?come of ageif something has come of age, it has reached its full successful development, to reach the age when one is an adult and is legally responsible for his or her behavior.After years of experimentation with colors and strokes, his painting has come of age.Il+g5cast aspersionscriticize somebody or somebody’s character.His opponents never missed an opportunity to cast aspersions on his professionalism.IJk-]cross the bridgeresolve a problem when it occur, rather than try to solve it in advance.“What will you do if you fail in this exam?” Answer “I’ll cross the bridge when I come to it.”I pt*NoM .?eo>When pover Weifz;Better late than never.It's better to do something, even if it's late, than not do it at all.-R*y}_Better the devil you know than the devil you don't know.It's better to deal with someone difficult but familiar than change and risk dealing with somebody worse.-Ruxg Better to drink the milk than to eat the cow.Be careful not to destroy the source of your income or welfare.-R^wWoBetter flatter a fool than fight him.It's better to avoid disputes with stupid people.-Rvu/Better be the head of a dog than the tail of a lion.It's better to be the leader of a small group than a subordinate in a bigger one.-RguUBetter be alone than in bad company.Be careful in the choice of the people you associate with.-R t]CBetter an egg today than a hen tomorrow.It is preferable to have something sure now than the possibility of something better later.-R vQ:v!oa! Gsnail mailThis term refers to the standard system of mail delivery, or po@rE3die harddisappear or change very slowly, take a long time to cease to exist or be dropped from consideration. Noun a person who displays such resistance or loyalty.Die hard boarders are snatching up second homes here, but so far it has managed to stay affordable. Die-hard football enthusiasts were planning the rebirth of a town team. On the morning of my visit, a few die-hards were setting up a small fund-raising event at the ground.Iq)i die in harnessexpire while working, keep working to the end.She doesn’t want to retire – she’d rather die in harness.I p%} dig the dirtfind derogatory information about something or somebody.No effort is being spared to dig up dirt on the rival candidate.I+o%sUdig heels inadopt a firm position, be obstinate and unyielding.I suggested it would be quicker to fly, but he dug his heels in and insisted on travelling by a bus.I MlMMx)do one’s bitassist; make an individual contribution to an overall effort.When survival is the critical issue, everyone has to do one’s bit.I$w/Q_on or at doorstepvery near to where somebody lives.The third round of the US economic slowdown is literally at the doorstep of all the developing countries.I8v'3+dance to tunealways do what somebody else tells one do, whether he or she agrees with it or not.Powerful businessman seem to have the district officials dancing to their tune.Iwu+Cday in, day outevery day, without respite.Life feels too boring when you go to office for work day in, day out.I!t-'day of reckoningthe time when an unpleasant situation has to be dealt with.Ignoring the study near exams will definitely bring you the day of reckoning.Is+/]dead and buriedno longer in use.US. and Great Britain won’t stop their weapons until the terrorism is dead and buried from the earth.I KrTK"X5OWsm ~=97have the (or feel) bluesfeel depressed or sad.After seeing my family house in such a terrible condition, I had the blues for weeks.I]}u?full cryin full operation, at the highest level of activity.After the strike it would be some time before production gets into full cry. My friend is working in full cry, he want to finish it as soon as possible.I|Ekfrom the cradle to the graveduring the whole of your life, throughout life.This health plan provides protection from the cradle to the grave.I|{AS}frighten or scare to deathmake somebody feel very frightened.A shadow appeared in the doorway and scared me to death.Iz!aKearly birdsomebody who gets up early in the morning.It is no use calling him before 930 in the morning, he’s not exactly an early bird, you know.I y1G3easy come, easy goreadily won and readily lost.Easy come, easy go, that’s how it is for her when she invest in the share market.I 1H13u)go through channelsproceed by consulting the proper persons or offices.If you want an answer to your questions, you’ll have to go through channels.I65uYget feet in the doorsucceed with a first step; achieve an initial stage.I know it’s not the job you’d hoped for, but at least you can use it to get your foot in the door.I89Ogive the devil his duegive credit to an opponent’s merits, grudgingly or not.I don’t like what the new management has done, but give the devil his due, sales have improved.I#mfrom A to Zcomprehensive, including everything, thoroughly.Steve Job’s latest book tell the story of his from A to Z.I75kefit or fill the billbe exactly suitable for a particular situation.The country hit by terrorism needs a strong leader, and the new Prime Minister just doesn’t fill the bill.Ix''9foot the billpay the bill.It was a splendid party and I’m glad that I don’t have to footthat particularbill.I HNH )G[go with a bangvery exciting and successful.We take part in the events organized by Jack and Rose Events Company, because they go with a real bang.I53ieget the boot or axebe discharged or fired, expelled, or rejected.The engineer who was with the office for last 18 years was shocked when he got the boot for a petty mistake.I+){Igo by the bookdo things strictly according to the written rules, etc.The most successful officers are not those who always go by the book but use their initiative.I'3+go round in circleswork at something but keep failing to make progress with it.In the absence of adequate data, the surveyors are just going round in circles.I1ggive cold shouldertreat somebody with coldness and contempt; ignore somebody.After the news spread about her direct involvement in the big scandal, the friends and relatives gave her the cold shoulder and eventually she had to leave the town forever.I WJ5+kget on the bandwagondo something because it is fashionable or profitable, join a cause or movement.Media is playing an important role in creating awareness on the issue and more and more people are getting on the bandwagon to denounce social evils like drinking and smoking.I# QCIget out of bed on the wrong sideOrbe in a bad or grumpy mood.His behavior with everyone is very bad today, it seems he got up on the wrong side of the bed!If ; give hellscold somebody harshly.The boss gave them hell for not finishing the project in time.I Gugive the benefit of the doubtregards somebody as innocent until proven otherwise.Let’s give her the benefit of the doubt and assume that she is right.I% /W[get to the bottomdiscover the truth about a situation.It is doubtful if political interference will allow the investigators to get to the bottom of the case.I S0sSTG/oslap on the wristIf you get a slap on the wr:/ QHobson’s choicean apparently free choice that actually offers no alternative.It’s Hobson’s choice for him; if he don’t agree to follow their rules, he’ll lose his job.I++/have designs oncontrive a secret plot or scheme, especially with selfish motives.I think she has designs on my science project for the purpose of showing me down.I/-1get act togetherstart organizing oneself so that one does thing in an effective way.His new boss has given him one month to get his act together, or he loses his job.I9+ksgood account ofperform well, often in a challenging situation.As he could not give a very good account of himself in the interview, the company didn’t offer him a good salary.IL_/give airsgive oneself an air of superiority; behave snobbishly, as if one regards everyone else as being inferior.She should not give herself the airs as she’s no different from the rest of us.I Z\ex"ZR;cHand downGive a formal decision.The court HANDED DOWN its ruling yesterday.PpK Hand downPass on to the next generation.The jewellery has been HANDED DOWN in my family for generations.PSHand backReturn.The police officer checked my licence, then HANDED it BACK.Ps!O Hammer outNegotiate and reach an agreement.They HAMMERED OUT their differences and got the contract signed.Pt#IHammer intoRepeat something over a period of time to make someone remember it.He HAMMERED the rules INTO me.Pg)1 Hammer away atWork relentlessly.She HAMMERED AWAY AT her PC all night and finished the project.P sHam upPerform or act in an excessive way to attract attention or amuse people.He HAMMED the part UP to get the audience to laugh.PL1eHack upExpel by coughing.I HACKED UP a lot of phlegm while I was ill.PRIYHack upChop or cut into small pieces.They HACKED the table UP and burnt it.P _Y=C?]uby the skin of your teethTo do something by t CY;have blood on one’s handsbe responsible for somebody’s death.The champions of these riots have the blood of many thousands of people on their hands.I?C Ehave butterflies in stomachfeel very nervous, usually about something you are going to do.He had butterflies in his stomach as he walked out onto the stage for his dance performance.I5gg3hit the bull’s eye or make the bull’s eyeget something exactly right, or be on target.The finance minister’s speech on attracting new investments hit the bull’s eye.I?7-hide light under a bushelshow extreme modesty.Even after getting the scholarship, she went on hiding his light under a bushel.I7_;have a card up sleevea hidden or secret advantage or resource.Before he make a decision, let’s see if the rivals have another card up their sleeve.I .;jo."'Asin deep waterin difficulty, in problem.I’m going to be in deep water if my boss refuses to approve the project done by me after the hard work of a week.I-}have been aroundhave existed; have acquired a lot of worldly experience.There is nothing new about laptops – they’ve been around for years.Iw7Ghigh or top on agendaif a subject or plan is at the top of somebody’s agenda, it is the most important thing they want to discuss or deal with.The government has realized the need for placing educational reform at the top of its agenda.IM=}whave a bone to pick withan unpleasant issue or grievance that need discussion.The two reputed universities of the state have a bone to pick with each other over reservation policy for admissions.IA35/hand or keep at bayprevent something or somebody unpleasant from coming too near to one or harming one.The area was hit by a serious epidemic, but luckily he could keep himself at bay.I 1{Yf1$/+ain broad daylightduring the day.The beautiful woman was shot at very close range in broad daylight in front of her house in Washington DC.I#'s3in cold bloodin a planned way and without pity or other emotion.One young lady was shot dead in cold blood inside the premises of shopping complex.I"%k=in the blackthe business is making money, it is profitable.Once they started paying more attention to their customers, they were back in the black.IQ!!!yin the cancompleted.More than seventy per cent of the work is in the can.Is 'K in due coursein a reasonable length of time.The students will receive the exams notification in due course.I()oOin the cahootsin secret or disreputable partnership; in league.It has been suspected that several football players were in the cahoots with big business houses.I#=9in a cloverprosperous, living well.After we earn a million in our new business of gold, we’ll hopefully be in a clover.I o]_5oo+-Uuin the ascendantIncreasingly successful or powerful.He’s very much in the ascendant in the film world.IQ*7iin agesfor a very long time.I have never seen her going to temple in ages.I)%S!in a bad waybe ill, unhappy, or in a bad state.After years of the recession, the economy of the country was in a bad way.I!(/aIin the good booksbe in somebody’s favour or good opinion.The fact that he always managed  to be in the good books of the bosses surprised one and all.I'9)Ain the blink of an eyein an instant.In the blink of an eye the robber disappeared from the bank with the bag of Gold jewelry.Iq&Win bloodpart of one’s genetic inheritance.The whole family is good in business; it’s in their blood.I%;g3look on the bright sidetry to see something good in a bad situation.Nothing is impossible for Junior John Sinha if he learn to look on the bright side.I |DHa|rx~ &,28>DJPV\bhntzaCkeep the wolf from the doorTo keep the wolf from the door you need to have enough money to buy food and other basic essentials in order to survive. My grandparents earned barely enough to keep the wolf from the door.Ic=wolf in sheep's clothingTo describe someone as a wolf in sheep's clothing means that although they look harmless, they are really very dangerous. Be careful.  He looks kind but in fact he's a wolf in sheep's clothing.Ix= =throw a wobbly / wobblerWhen someone, usually a capricious person, throws a wobbly, they have a fit of nerves or bad temper and lose all self-control. He's very calm - not the sort of man to throw a wobbly if he doesn't have a clean shirt!I8/K at your wits' endIf you are at your wits' end, you are very worried about something and do not know what to do. When her son dropped out of school, Susan was at her wit's end.I %{47u_sing a different tuneIf somebody sings a different tune, they change their opinion about something, or their attitude towards something. He had no s./-Akeep own counselsay little or nothing about one’s opinions or intentions.Our boss is notorious for keeping his own counsel; you never know what he has in his mind.Iy.1Wjump to conclusionform an opinion or judgement hastily.Wait till we get the report; don’t jump to a conclusion.IK-;ojump in at the deep endstart a new job or activity without being prepared for it.He is jumping in at the deep end, acting as strike bowler in his first match this year on the Australian pitches.I,1!Sjack of all tradessomebody who has many skills or who does many different jobs successfully.My big brother is an engineer by profession but can drive big lorry, can repair the machines and running many stores of himself, he is really a jack of all trades.I -g-4;q%make all the differencehave a very good effect on a thing or a situation.Working with a nice bunch of people can make all the difference to your job.I39qkeep at arm’s lengthkeep a distance, avoiding intimacy or familiarity.He always had the feeling that she was keeping him at arm’s length.I/2UQOknow on which side bread is butteredknow what is to one’s advantage.She’s far too clever to irritate her employer as she knows which side her bread is buttered on.IA1=ewkeep card close to chestbe secretive or cautious, give nothing away.My brother don’t know how much money his friends will spend this Friday night, he keep his card close to his chest.I0%7skeep chin upbe stalwart and courageous in a different situation, remain brave and keep on trying.Don’t let the difficulties intimidate you; keep your chin up.  Even if things have been difficult for you, always keep your chip up, everything will be normal and alright soon.I  i f,/!significant otherThe term 'significant other' refers to a person, such as a spouse, partner or lover, with whom you have a long-term rel?8C=make a fast (or quick) buckearn money quickly and often in a way that is not honest or normal.When Indians go foreign countries like Canada and UK they often try to make a fast buck.I7#OSmake it bigbecome very successful or famous.Despite being highly qualified it took her several years before she made it big in the London city.I"633umake a clean breastconfess completely.While wedged stealing in Super Market, Robert Daniel decided to make a clean breast of it to the owner of the store.Im59%make common cause withwork together in order to achieve something that both groups want.Environment protesters have made common cause with local people to stop the setting up of the factories and iron industries on fertile land.I |6hn|nA#change horses in midstreamIf you change horses in midstream, you change your plan, or choose a new leader, in the middle of an important activity. Let's go through with the original plan; it's risky to change horses in midstream.-Iv~+Echange of heartIf someone has a change of heart, they change their attitude or feelings, especially towards greater friendliness or cooperation. He was against charity, but he had a change of heart when he saw the plight of the homeless.IJ}1o change the face ofWhen an innovation, discovery or event changes the face of something, it alters it completely or in a major way. Social networks have changed the face of modern communication.IF|3K#chance in a millionA chance in a million is a very small chance, or no chance at all, that something will happen. There's a chance in a million of finding the key I lost on the golf course.I -oL->O]qnot have a clueorhaven’t a cluehave no idea or inkling about something.I haven’t a clue why she left the job, suddenly.I=KM)not all it’s cracked up to benot as good as people say it is.The highly ranked institutes in Liverpool isn’t all it’s cracked up to be.I<)OOnot cup of teanot to one’s liking, taste etc.I decided not to go to the restaurant with them, because eating spicy food isn’t my cup of tea.I;+cnot give a damnbe indifferent to, uncaring, irresponsible.Most industrial houses don’t give a damn about the environment.I:#7?make an assbehave in a silly wayThey made an ass of the new colleague at the office by giving him the wrong instructions.I9-qmake the best oftry to think and act in a positive way when one has to accept a situation which one do not like but cannot change.He got admission in a college where he did not have any of his former friends with him but he decided to make the best of it.I D iC-Mmout of the depthto not have the knowledge, experience, or skills to deal with a particular subject or situation.After watching this film, the audience realized that making comedy movies was out of the depth of this director.I B/QWover my dead bodyin no way, under no circumstances.If they go ahead with their plan to cut down those trees, they’ll have to do so over my dead body.IUA5/[new kid on the blocksomebody is new in a place or organization and has many things to learn about it.Realizing that he was the new kid on the block in his organization, he was determined to prove himself.I8@Gnew bloodyoung, energetic people; new people in an organisation who will provide new ideas and energy.It’s time the Prime Minister brings some new blood into the government.I8?1I not born yesterdaynot a completely naive person.The Citi Bank Credit Card agent thinks, he can fool me, but I wasn’t born yesterday and I can see exactly what their trick is.I \5qchip on the shoulderIf someone has a chip on their shoulder, the feel res H+U-on the brink ofbe likely to do something very soon.The company dismissed the reports that it was on the brink of selling its share.I{G%/9on the cardslikely to happen.Some big changes in the British Space Agency structure are on the cards for next year.IHF#uon the casedoing what needs to be done in particular situation.“I need to apply before computer education registration is closed.” “Don’t worry, I’m on the case, just leave it to me.I1E/eeout of the closetgo public about something private or hidden.It took her long before she came out of the closet and expressed her interest in the biotechnology industry.IkD9 %on the crest of a wavebe very successful so that many good things happen very quickly.The music band comprising engineering students is currently on the crest of a wave, with a launch of new album it has planned for next year.I zzj+short\P++{a piece of cakevery easy task.The engineering interview proved to be a piece of cake.IhO9+put cards on the tablebe open and honest; reveal one’s position or intentions.Shawn thought it was time to put his cards on the table and tell his friend that he had no intention of continuing with him in the partnership.I\N;]7play cat and mouse withtrifle with, toy with, confuse somebody.It’s just the newest trap in the everlasting cat and mouse game between the guards and thieves. Don’t play cat and mouse with that little child.IWMU1=set or put the cat among the pigeonsdo or say something that causes trouble and make a lot of people angry or worried.The information of deducting 15% of salary packages of all the employees of York Electronics company set the cat among the pigeons and many employees started resigning immediately and joining the competitor company.I  <*#_ishop aroundIf you shop around, you visit a number of shops selling similar arti)T%Equantum leapa very important improvement or development in something.The election of a female Prime Minister is a quantum leap forward for equality in humanity.IS/?Ipush the boat outcelebrate; enjoy oneself.After the completion of the exams, the students decided to push the boat out and have a party.IJR/ qpass on the batongive responsibility for something important to another person.The governor of the State Bank of India resigns this month, passing on the baton to one of his closest associates.IrQIeKpress or push the panic buttondo something quickly without thinking about it in order to deal with a bad, difficult or worrying situation.They have lost the last three cricket matches but still they’re not pushing the panic button.I eve(Y9recharge the batteriestake a break or holiday to relax and regain one’s vim and vigour.Two week away would give you time to rest and recharge your batteries.IX+_Around the clockall day and all night, 24×7 Hours a day.The new McDonald Drive-Through store on National Highway will remain open round the clock.ICW11;rain cats and dogsrain very heavily.It was raining cats and dogs so all flights were cancelled and I could not reach in time to my native town to join the marriage ceremony of my brother.IxV#gqueer pitchspoil somebody’s chance of doing something.He queered my pitch by asking for promotion before I did.I U)['quote, unquoteshow that you are using somebody else’s phrase, especially when you do not think that phrase is true.When asked about her choice of profession, she said she wanted to practice law because it’s a quote, unquote ‘respected’ profession!…I gAbmgU'G+carry the canIf you carry the can for another person, you accept blame or take responsibility for something that goes wrong, even if it is not your fault or only partly. The author didn't turn up for the interview and his agent had to carry the can.IqT- =carrot and stickIf you use a carrot-and-stick approach, you use the promise of reward and the threat of punishment to make someone work harder. Some parents use a carrot-and-stick approach to obtain good results from their children.I[SMY%put/lay one's cards on the tableIf you put your cards on the table, you speak honestly and openly about your feelings and intentions. It was time for me to put my cards on the table and reveal my true feelings.I;R7csplay your cards rightIf you play your cards right, you do all that is necessary in order to succeed or to obtain what you want. If we play our cards right, we'll get the contract.I "UkQ]-]/show true colorsbetray, reveal oneself as one is really.I trusted her blindly but when I was in need too much and called her for help, she showed her true colors and even she don’t pick my phone now.If\Ic7shed (or weep) crocodile tearsshow sadness that is not sincere, fake cry.She deceived him when he lost everything in his life, now again when he is rich man, she approached him to get together and shedding crocodile tears.II[3}yrun amok (or amuck)be out of control and act in a wild or dangerous manner.When the police arrived, they were confronted with a group of protesters running amuck in the lanes of the old town.IZZ'SQrock the boatdo or say something causes problem.The government asked the Prime Minister not to take firm action on protesters as it certainly doesn’t want anything to rock the boat just before the election.I c p6c-+/sharp as a tackA person whOb!3_a safe betfair assumption; reasonable guess; opinion or view that is likely to prove correct.The party president decided that the 75-year-old sitting legislator was still a safe bet for re-election.I%a7gCspare or save blushesdo something to prevent somebody embarrassed.Sachin Tendulkar saved the team’s blushes by scoring the only century in the test series.I `-qshoot the breezespend time chatting, useless talking or chit-chat.Instead of shooting the breeze for so long, she should get to work.I,_)]istand a chancehave a possibility or a hope of success.If funding by government is withdrawn, small minority schools in remote northern area, don’t stand a chance.I\^G!esweep under the carpet or rugtry to hide a problem or keep a problem secret instead of dealing with it.The administration team of the town attempts to sweep the scandal under the carpet were not very successful.I  xng'C take cue fromfollow the lead of another.I’m not good in belly dance, so I’ll take my cue from you.Irf?'the calm before the storma peaceful and quiet period before a period of activity or trouble.The family’s meeting on property dispute begins today and I’m just sitting down with a cup of coffee, enjoying the calm before the storm.Ipe9Kqthe chattering classeseducated people who like to discuss and give their opinions about political and social matters.The royal baby’s birth was a historic event and has recently become a trendy topic among the chattering classes.Id#5_to the corecompletely, utterly.It is beyond doubt that company management is rotten to the core, involved in numerous extortion schemes.Ipc+}Othe die is castan unalterable decision has been reached, or step taken.Worried about the misuse of chemical weapons, the United State now confirms the attack on Syria the die is cast to stop and destroy the mass destruction weapons.I BV=B mOEtouch the note orstrike the chordtrigger a memory or feeling.That poem touch the note in all those affected by the natural disasters.IDl7wqtoo close for comfortmake people worried or frightened by being too close.The South-Hall Organisation will have to revise its policies, the latest survey results are too close for comfort.IkAc/the other side of the cointhe opposite aspect, contrasting arguments.The other side of the coin is that less working hours will get you a less income.Ij-eto coin a phraseas one might say; to repeat and expression, quotation, etc.She was, to coin a phrase, as clever as fox.Ii5wto heart’s contentto one’s complete satisfaction, without limitation.They young children played in the rain to their heart’s content.I&h3+take up the cudgelsargue strongly in support or against somebody or something.Environmental groups have taken up the cudgels against multinational companies.I 8'>q)]Atake a beatingbe defeated or to lose of lots of money.Owing to adverse reports in the media, the British Boarding Cast took a beating last year.Iep%Iqtasted bloodhave achieved a small victory which has made you believe you can win a more important victory.The British badminton pair tasted blood in the European championships and now wants to play at next Olympic Games.I oAO!throw caution to the windsbehave recklessly or dangerously.When John Parson, break out from the Jail, he throw caution to the winds by jumping over a running truck from the flyover. Throwing caution to the winds, she ran on the highway road to board the truck.IDn-_three cheers forgood for, congratulations to, hurrah for.Three cheers for Liverpool Football Club for great victory of Grand Final match. Three cheers for your beautiful, newly born baby.I 'SCpu?7separate sheep from goatsIf you separate the sheep from the goats, you examine a group of people and u-itake breath awayastonish; surprise; amaze or astound somebody.The beauty of the princess Diana of Great Britain took my breath away.I tC athe buck stops here or withthe responsibility for a situation or a problem with somebody.One does not need to blame anybody else for corruption in the republic of India; the buck stops with the leaders of the government of world’s biggest democratic nation.IPs%%kturn back onchoose not to speak to; have no further contact with; ignoring near one’s.Now that she holds an important position, she seems to have turned his back on her close and childhood friends.IUr)?Ythe bare bonesbasic or essential facts.As the Managing Director of Mircrosoft UK was busy and she did not have much time for her class III employees, they gave her the bare bones of their difficult issues.I ;UGz-cthe ball rollingget something started, especially a conversation or a social event.The supporters of the student leader got the ball rolling by shouting slogans in favour of his candidature.I)y+ 3the bottom linein the final analysis, the most important fact in a situation.The bottom line is that pregnant women’s health is at greater risk if they smoke.Ix% tighten beltspend less than you did before because you have less money.Most people need to tighten the belt during economic slowdown.I#w'/the better ofbecome superior to or master somebody or something; win out.The boy from the small town was determined to have the better of his competitors.IAvGqathe black sheep (of a family)the least reputable member of a group; a disgrace.My cousin was the black sheep. Eventually, he migrated to the United Kingdom to avoid the punishment here.I r&r1[;under the auspiceswith the backing, support, patronage of Financial aid is being provided to the country under the auspices of the World BankIB~'g under a cloudunder suspicion, in trouble, or out of favor.The luxury transport industry is under a cloud at the moment after newspapers revealed that many indulged in illegal activities.IQ}!UAtake abacksurprise or shock somebody so much that they he or she does not know how to behave for a short time.We were all quite taken aback by his decision to retire from upcoming football tournament.Iz|/Q take into accountbear in mind, consider, allow for.I hope they take her age into account when they judge her work.IV{17Yto see the back ofbe pleased when somebody leaves or when something ends because you did not like them.The guest became an absolute pain for the hosts and they were really pleased  to see the back of him.I NxN%#kSvent spleenair, articulate or give voice to one’s anger.The social workers used the press conference as an opportunity to vent their spleen on politicians.Iy!!Evolte facea sudden change of a belief or plan to the opposite of what it was before.After 10 years of working with a travelling company, she made a complete volte-face, joining the local company, of totally opposite profile near her home.I '=Kup in the air unresolved, undecided.The future of the project is up in the air as the management has failed to finalize the budget.Ip#gkup the anteincrease the price; increase one’s demands or the risks in a situation in order to achieve a better result.The government has upped the ante by refusing to negotiate with the ultras until a ceasefire has been agreed.I!1Mup in armsangry, rebellious.The employees were up in arms over the management’s plan to discontinue five-day week policy.I yye)'}second to n 1O5work like a beaverwork very energetically and hard.Ahead of the Diwali festival, she worked like a beaver to clean out all the closets.I;]!when the chips are downwhen a situation is urgent or desperate.She’s the person you would like to have around when the chips are down.IQ3ewrap in cotton woolprotect somebody too much without allowing them to be independent enough.The mother wrapped the child up in cotton wool as if it would protect him from all the dangers of the world.I3K=wouldn’t dream ofnot occur to one, not consider.Even if it were lying on my desk, I wouldn’t dream of taking another person’s money.I#]win the daywin a war or a fight or competition etc.The opposition win the day in the debate over the judge’s impeachment.I |!|! -9syoke around necka trouble for someone.Try to stop the fighting of two people was a yoke around his neck, they both hurt him badly, for coming in between.I eyou bet!for sure, most certainly, without any doubt.You bet I will be going abroad next month to participate in social works.IY CY-your sins will find you outthings you do wrong will become known.He usually cheats his customers by selling duplicate material, and now he lost his business completely, truly said, your sins will find you out.Iu -Sx marks the spotwhen someone finds something looking for, this is the exact spot, mark something with X on target.X marks the spot, so let’s go and dig up treasure. I pointed to the location on the map and told the recruits “x marks the spot”. We looked at the Google map and saw that X marked the spot where it was the cloud brust and killed many people.I 'q,]#;screw looseIf someone has a screw loose, their behav875Bark worse than bite.Used to describe someone who makes threats but never carries them out.Oh don't worry, he's always shouting at people, but his bark is worse than his bite.Ip1[mTo badger someone.To pester someone into doing something.Don't let people badger you into having a drink.IaC3aTo have ants in your pants.To be unable to keep still because you are very excited or worried about something.There's a test tomorrow, and he can't concentrate or keep still. He looks like he's got ants in his pants.I[Gkzonk outto fall asleep very promptly.After a great hard working day, she zonked out.IU zero hourthe particular time when any crucial act supposed to take place.Right before the dawn, the British military had been waiting for zero hour to start the operation against terrorist in Afghanistan.I !wY!Y/get off scot-freeSomeone who gets off scot-free escapes the punishment they deserve. We were a0;=The birds and the bees.A euphamism for courtship and intercourse between people.In the UK many parents dread having to tell their children about the birds and the bees.I&GKQTo have a bee in your bonnet.To be obsessed about something.She's got a real bee in her bonnet about that new advertising campaign, she's even phoned the ACA!IS5=To be like a bear with a sore head.To be in a bad mood.My husband is like a bear with a sore head before he gets his cup of tea in the morning.I@A IBarking up the wrong tree.To make the wrong choice, or ask the wrong person. (Imagine Laika barking up a tree thinking there's a squirrel up there, but the squirrel has already run along the branches to another tree.)The government was barking up the wrong tree with their proposal to sell off the UK's forests.I =bT7{'scarce as hen's teethTo say that something is as scarcegQOCBirds of a feather flock together.People who have similar characters or similar interests will often choose to spend time together.At the party, all the teenagers gathered in the kitchen. Birds of a feather flock together.I1eA bird's eye view.The appearance of something seen from above.If you look at Google Maps you can get a bird's eye view of your street.I+M}#The early bird catches the worm.If you do something in a timely manner you will succeed.I'll go to work early tomorrow. After all, the early bird catches the worm.Ie=A bird in the hand is worth two in the bush.Having something for certain is better than the possibility of getting something better.I would stay with your current firm, rather than look for something better. After all, a bird in the hand is worth two in the bush.I ;9P59save one's skin/neckIf you manage to escape from serious t )]{A scaredy-cat.Someone who is frightened for no reason.It's only a little spider, don't be such a scaredy-cat.In!Y{A fat cat.Someone who is very rich and powerful.Too many fat cats have made money out of the recession.I/S[GTo be like a cat on a hot tin roof.To be nervous and unable to keep still.She's waiting for her boyfriend to call, and she's been like a cat on a hot tin roof all day.IS!IUA cat nap.A short sleep, during the day.I always have a cat nap after lunch.IQ'!To be like a bull in a china shop.To be clumsy.Don't let him touch those glass baubles, he's like a bull in a china shop.IfOc1To kill two birds with one stone.To solve two problems with a single action.I went to the dentist, and asked him to fill the molar, and remove the wisdom tooth at the same time. Might as well kill two birds with one stone.I b\ &Ke}Not enough room to swing a cat.Used to describe a place that is very small.In our old flat there wasn't enough room to swing a cat.I%K/ATo put a cat among the pigeons.To cause trouble.When the photos showed him kissing a young woman, it really put the cat among the pigeons.I+$]uTo look like the cat that got the cream.To look very pleased and a bit smug about something.I guess you passed your exam. You look like the cat that got the cream.I#I3#To let the cat out of the bag.To reveal a secret.Everybody knows about the redundancies, someone let the cat out of the bag.I{"E]mHas the cat got your tongue?Said when someone isn't saying anything.Why are you being so quiet? Cat got your tongue?I!3yThe cat's whiskers.When someone thinks they're better than everyone else.She thought she was the cat's whiskers when she got the part in the play.I MXr.M.R{?sKZ|Alloz(q}deal withHandle, take care of, address (problem, situation)The manager is good at dealing with difficult customers.Pa'%Aucome forwardPresent oneself; volunteerThe police have asked any witnesses to come forward.Pd&%Cycall on/uponFormally invite or request.I now call upon the President to address the assembly.PO%%7[butt in (on)Interrupt impolitely.It's rude to butt in on a conversation.P$#ibrush up onImprove, refresh one's knowledge of something.Mary decided to brush up on her Spanish before going to South-America.P{#!obreak withDiscontinue something or do something in a different way.He broke with tradition and invented new methods.Pe"#9break in onInterrupt unexpectedlyAn operator suddenly broke in on our telephone conversation.P$!'cUbreak in/intoEnter by force in order to steal something.1)  I saw a man outside trying to break in. 2) The burglars broke into the house  around midnight.P H~HI+E-5Living in cloud cuckoo land.Used to describe someone who has ideas or plans that are completely unrealistic.He thinks the recession won't affect his business. He's living in cloud cuckoo land.I|*7CA cuckoo in the nest.Someone who is part of a group but is different and often disliked, or a problem that grows quickly and crowds out everything else.The new manager is a real cuckoo in the nest. He's causing more problems than he's solving.I6)=CTo be a chicken or To be chicken or to be chicken livered.Someone who is cowardly.She wouldn't get on the waltzers, because she said they're dangerous. She's such a chicken.I+(K1qLook what the cat's dragged in!An insulting way of saying that someone has just arrived and they don't look good.Look what the cat's dragged in! You look terrible!I'GA It's raining cats and dogs! It's raining very heavily.We had to run for shelter when it started raining cats and dogs.I DvFD1/ Gone to the dogs.Used when someone or somewhere becomes less successful than it was.This country has gone to the dogs since they won the election.I`0--To be dog tired.To be exhausted.The party went on till 4am. I was dog tired the next day.I/-q-To be dog-eared.If something is dog-eared, it is in bad condition.I won't lend her any more books, the last one she gave back to me was dog-eared.I.M/7To be like a dog with two tails.To be very happy.When we found out we had won the contract, our manager was like a dog with two tails.I!-3 A shaggy dog story.A joke or story that's obviously not true or has a silly ending.The way he kept going on led me to suspect it was a shaggy dog story.Ia,5u-A dog and pony show.A show or other event that has been organized in order to get people's support or to persuade them to buy something.His campaign was a real dog and pony show, but he still didn't win the election.I dCP'd?7/ssA white elephant.Used to describe something you own that is useless.Spain lavished money on many white elephant building projects, such as the airport at Ciudad Real, south of Madrid.I6?cThe elephant in the room.A problem or situation that everyone knows about but no one mentions.Her blindness was the elephant in the room.I5=m Water off a duck's back.Said when someone doesn't let things upset them.He kept shouting at me, but it was like water off a duck's back.Ie4%!A dead duck.A failure.The police admitted that they were giving up, the case was a dead duck.I3K)1Talk the hind leg off a donkey.To talk a lot.I couldn't get a word in edgeways. That guy could talk the hind leff off a donkey.I929mcLet sleeping dogs lie.Leave something alone if it might cause trouble.I knew my boss was wrong, but I didn't say anything. He wouldn't thank me, so I say, let sleeping dogs lie.I Oo>O2==)To be a fly on the wall.To want to be somewhere secretly, so you can overhear what is said.I would love to have been a fly on the wall when the boss was telling him off.I <3Q'Something is fishy.Used when something is suspicious.There was something fishy in the way he paused before answering the question.I';?g?Like a fish out of water.To be uncomfortable in a particular situationWhen she started talking about her personal problems, he looked like a fish out of water.I :CUTo have bigger fish to fry.To have more important things to do.He couldn't stay long, with this merger he has bigger fish to fry.I 9EEM"A different kettle of fish"A different matter or issue.Oh! They want to place an order? That's a different kettle of fish. Of course I'll talk to them.I 8%[1A cold fish.Someone who doesn't show how they feel.Her husband's a real cold fish, it's impossible to tell whether he's happy or not.I v97C' SA dark horse.A person who is secretive and often does something surprising.I was surprised when he sat down to play the piano, I didn't know he could! He's a real dark horse.I\B3%yTo not give a hoot.To not care.Estate agents don't give a hoot about their customers.IAEY'Wouldn't say boo to a goose.Describes someone who is very nervous.He's not assertive enough to be a supervisor, he wouldn't say boo to a goose.I@yWWhat's sauce for the goose, (is sauce for the gander.)If you think something is acceptable for one person, it should also be acceptable for another person.If your husband can go out to work, then surely you can too. After all, what's sauce for the goose is sauce for the gander.I|?9/'To get someone's goat.To upset someone.The whole time I was singing she didn't stop talking. She really got my goat.I>991To be as sly as a fox.To be sneakily clever.He managed to get all his money out before the bank collapsed. He's a sly old fox.I  P`M55]run round in circlesPeople who run ro[HO_To put the cart before the horse.To get things confused and mixed up, or to do things in the wrong order.Learning to write a language before you are comfortable speaking it is putting the cart before the horse.IlGQ!{To look a gift horse in the mouth.To mistrust or complain about something you are offered or given for free.She complained that the software was slow, but hadn't paid for it, so I told her not to look a gift horse in the mouth.I`F5'}To eat like a horse.To eat a lot.He had two helpings of everything. He eats like a horse!IjEG1uTo say you could eat a horse.To be very hungry.I haven't had any breakfast, so I could eat a horse.I\D{OTo close (shut) the stable door after the horse has bolted.To try to fix something after the problem has occurred.Giving the banks billions of dollars, is like closing the stable door after the horse has bolted.I E~hQA fool at forty is a fool forever.If a person hasn't matured by the age of 40, they never will.-RgioA fool angh)go to the dogsTo say that a company, organisation or country is going to the dogs means that it is becoming less successful or efficient then before. Some people think the company will go to the dogs if it is nationalized.I=g!s}dog's lifePeople use this expression when complaining about a situation or job which they find unpleasant or unsatisfactory. It's a dog's life working in the after-sales department.I'f+'dog's breakfastTo describe something as a dog's breakfast means that it is a complete mess. The new secretary made a dog's breakfast out of the filing system.I eOkswhy keep a dog and bark yourself?This expression means that if someone or something can do a task for you, there's no reason to do it yourself. My grandmother has an electric mixer but she continues to make her cakes by hand. Why keep a dog and bark yourself?I [61-3!run th4LY To be like a rabbit in the headlights.To be so frightened or surprised that you cannot move or think.As I walked into the exam room, I was like a rabbit in the headlights.I)K;eITo not give a monkey's.Used to express lack of concern or interest.I don't give a monkey's about being made redundant. I'm leaving. I've got another, better job.I{JEQuMutton dressed (up) as lamb.Used to describe a woman who is dressed in a style that is more suitable for a much younger woman.She's over fifty and should really stop wearing mini skirts if she doesn't want to look like mutton dressed as lamb.IuIK-Sraight from the horse's mouth.To hear something interesting from someone actually involved.The rumour is true, the company will announce a large contract today, I heard it straight from the horse's mouth; the managing director told me.I B[BQ+E)To talk turkey.To speak frankly and openly.We need to solve this problem, and the only way we'll do it is to talk turkey.INPE%GTo have a tiger by the tail.To have become associated with something powerful and potentially dangerous.Trying to deal with the problem of drugs on the streets is like grabbing a tiger by the tail.I Owu=Even a blind squirrel can find a nut once in a while.Sometimes people can be correct just by being lucky.I was surprised when he came up with the solution, I didn't think he was that clever. I guess that even a blind squirrel can find a nut once in a while.I1NCy=A wolf in sheep's clothing.Someone who is dangerous, but pretends to be harmless.I wouldn't borrow any money off him if I were you. He's a real wolf in sheep's clothing.I!MM}To pull a rabbit out of the hat.To surprise everyone by suddenly doing something clever.He really pulled a rabbit out of the hat by getting those orders.I TT{ >u$Jc *Trow and C(get it dow&O(The) more haste, the less speed.,[(The) more you have, the more you want.8s(The) mouse that has but one hole is quickly taken.*W(The) pen is mightier than the sword.1e(The) proof of the pudding is in the eating.6o(The) road to hell is paved with good intentions.+Y(The) tongue wounds more than a lance.$ C(The) truth is in the wine.(7q(The) way to a man's heart is through his stomach.2)U(The) wish is father to the thought.>%M(Two) wrongs don't make a right.B3(all) hands on deck99(all) hell broke loosew/(as) sly as a foxSA(at the) touch of a button +(at) first hand6;(at) top of one's lungs%(be) spot on'(buy) a lemon@;(by the) look of things)U(can't) make an omelette without ...=(caught with) pants down?(come) hell or high waterx7(don't) rock the boat9(fight) tooth and nail | C(get it down to) a fine art&/(get) comeuppance F[FS('rough justiceTreatment or justice thatxW5E Give your right arm.To want something very much.When I'm in Germany I'd give my right arm for some decent bacon.IV1 A shot in the arm.Something which has a sudden and positive effect on something.His son's visits were a real shot in the arm for the old man.IUC/+A list as long as your arm.A very long list.When I do a new vocabulary unit my list of things to do is as long as your arm.IOT;]To open a can of worms.To do something that exposes a very difficult issue or set of problems.When the government invited online petitions through its website, it found it had opened a can of worms.ITS7The worm has turned..When a usually meek person or group of people becomes angry.Investors have become skeptical of the ability of CEOs to pull higher stock prices out of their hats. The worm has turned.IpR%[yTo cry wolf.To raise a false alarm about something.Don't take any notice of him, he's always crying wolf.I )~('#+1root and branchIf an action is performed t^9 Behind someone's back.To do something without them knowing, in a way which is unfair.I bought the car behind his back and now he's really angry.IS]%CWBack passageA polite phrase for rectum.The doctor examined his back passage.Iz\%{mBack to backTo be close together and facing in opposite directions.British cities are full of back to back housing.I[;To twist someone's arm.To persuade someone to do something they do not want to do.She didn't want to study English, but the teacher twisted her arm.I Z!Strong-armTo use force and threats to make people do what you demand.The police used strong-arm tactics to break up the protest.IdY?5mTo cost an arm and a leg.Extremely expensive.Running this web site costs me an arm and a leg.ImX=#The long arm of the law.The police.I told him not to do it. You never escape the long arm of the law.I j\Lk)'rocket scienceIf you say 'it's not rocket science' EdAaTo scratch someone's back.To offer to help someone if they help you.If I give you the planning permission you have to vote for me on the council. You scratch my back and I'll scratch yours.IxcMKqTo put your back into something.To work very hard at something.Hermine really put her back into learning English.Ib?==To get someone's back up.To really annoy someone.She does it deliberately, even though she knows I don't like it, just to get my back up.IaAUTo get off someone's back.To tell someone to stop criticizing.If you got off her back about studying she might do better.I`3;3To break your back.To work extremely hard.I don't know why English teachers break their backs for so little financial reward.I_GWThe shirt off someone's back.The last thing that someone has left.He's so generous he'd give you the shirt off his back, if you asked him.I BY[;B +{a roaring tradeIf you do a rouj7_kTo have a beer belly.A beer belly (or pot belly) is , is the accumulation of visceral fat resulting in an increase in waist size. Aka: abdominal obesity, clinically known as central obesity.Most women find a beer belly very unattractive.Ii+!WTo go belly up.To be ruined or defeated, especially financially. Thanks to Sally HillerThe company went belly up soon after.IhAU%To show a bit of backbone.To show fortitude and determination.In the end she showed some backbone and she refused to pay for the course.IgIeoTo have your back to the wall.To be in a difficult or desperate situation.The CEO had his back to the wall, so he resigned.Iuf[;mTo turn your back on something/someone.To stop being involved.I had to turn my back on it before I became ill.I#eETo stab someone in the back.To say nasty things about someone when they are not there.He thought they were his friends until they stabbed him in the back.I =&pep/CqTo brain someone.To hit someone on the head.During the robbery the security guard was brained.Ifo%)Brain drain.The movement of people with education and skills from their own country to another country where they are paid more for their work.The country's brain drain began to reverse as professors returned from abroad.I2n#ABottom out.To reach the lowest point in a continuously changing situation and to be about to improve.The economy has bottomed out and must start to get better this year.IdmG%uAs smooth as a baby's bottom,Very smooth.Feel this cloth, it's as smooth as a baby's bottom."I,l7/A bone of contention.Something that people argue about over a long period of time.The rise in student fees is becoming a real bone of contention for the coalition.I?k%]Body politicA politically organized group of people under a single government.Judge Sydney Harris ordered the crown to return to the Body Politic all material seized during the raid.I \j) w%'aCalf length.Clothing or boots that end at the middle point between the foot and the knee.She wore a calf length dress to the party.I~vA+'To have a bun in the oven.To be pregnant.I didn't know whether she had a bun in the oven, or she'd just put on weight.I>uaBrainyClever.He always gets good marks, he's so brainy.ItGQScatterbrain / ScatterbrainedA flighty and disorganized person.She had to go home to get her handbag. She's such a scatterbrain!I!s=?]To pick someone's brain.To ask for information or advice from someone who knows more about a subject than you do.People often pick my brain on the forum.I=r=;To beat your brains out.To spend a lot of time worrying about a problem and thinking about how to deal with it.I've been beating my brains out trying to remember more brain idioms.I qGo!To be all brawn and no brain.To be physically strong but not very intelligent.The trouble with many footballers is that they're all brawn and no brains.I "VVi";]t<Uk'?Yu\ht)(in) bad shape]/(in) dire straitsL!G(like the) back of one's handR/(load of) baloneym1(no) hard feelingsN=(no) skin off one's noseB3(no) spring chicken7(not a) wink of sleep 3(not) do justice toU!E(not) get a word in edgeways /(not) give a hang/(not) give a hoot7(not) give house room;(not) hair out of place%A(not) have leg to stand on?-(not) hold water3(not) in right mind)U(not) let grass grow under your feet 3(not) lift a fingerZ-(not) lose sleep/(not) mince words1(not) miss a trick._(not) playing with a full deck (of cards) C(not) take no for an answer %M(not) touch with a ten-foot pole /(not) turn a hair 3(of) no fixed abode5(press) panic button9(put) skin in the gameE-(same) old story5(scream) blue murder,[(you can't) teach an old dog new tricks ($K(you don't know the) half of it.9-5 [ ;m +]grest is historyThis is a way of saying that there is ne|CoTo put hairs on your chest.To drink something that is alcoholic or eat something nice.Get that down you, it'll put hairs on your chest.IH{AW To get sth off your chest.To tell someone about something that has been worrying you or making you feel guilty for a long time.When I told him I was leaving I was glad to get it off my chest.I"zAs'To beat your breast/chest.To show grief or guilt in an obvious or public way.There's no point in beating your breast/chest about it - she won't come back.I-y)1Cheek by jowl.If things or people are cheek by jowl, they are very close together.There were over twenty people living in the house. They were living cheek by jowl.IAx-!ITongue in cheek.When you say something as a joke, although you might appear to be serious.They said that he was America's greatest President, although I suspect it was tongue in cheek.I )m)|e6#?Elbow room.Enough space to move around in. or The freedom to do what you want to do.I daren't invite friends to stay because there's no elbow room in my flat, it's so small.I('/Elbow grease.To do some hard work, especially when you are cleaning something.If you use some elbow grease on your furniture it will make the wood look lovely.I|SmMTo go in one ear and out the other.Used when someone isn't paying attention to what is being said, or obviously has no intention of acting upon it.I could tell he wasn't really listening to my advice. It was going in one ear and out the other.IZ9k%To be out on your ear.To be forced to leave somewhere because you have done something wrong, or because your work is not good enough.One day, he was the CEO of a major company. The next, he was out on his ear.I?cTo not believe your ears.To be unable to believe something you hear.When he told me he had won the lottery, I couldn't believe my ears!I 3mk-3r +ASee eye to eye.To share the same opinion.My husband and I agree on most things, we usually see eye to eye.I 1aRun your eye over.To look quickly at the whole of something.You should run your eye over that message before you send it.I, ]yKeep an eye out for something / someone.To watch carefully for someone or something to appear.Whilst his partner robbed the bank, he kept an eye out for the police.I SeuKeep an eye on something / someone.To watch or look after something or someone.He kept an eye on the dogs whilst I went to the gym.IU ;1WIn the blink of an eye.Extremely quickly.In the blink of an eye, she was gone.I&'GuThe naked eyeIf something can be seen with the naked eye, it can be seen without the help of a microscope.Amoebas are too small to be seen with the naked eye.IAeTo give someone the elbow.To end a romantic relationship with someone.He's very depressed, his girlfriend gave him the elbow last week.I BBi&?+]u4M|@MZo&OA bad excuse is better than none.{!EA bad penny always turns up.|+YA bad tree does not yield good apples.}*WA bad workman always blames his tools$KA bad workman blames his tools.~?A bag (bundle) of nerves. O3A ball park figure. ];A ballpark figure (actually a baseball term, but widely used in business in the UK too) %#A balls up. + CA barking dog seldom bites.+YA bird in hand is worth two in a bush./aA bird in hand is worth two in the bush  Z1eA bird in the hand is worth two in the bush. 1A bird's eye view. )UA black plum is as sweet as a white.)A blank cheque 7A bone of contention. "GA book holds a house of gold.BA broken friendship may be soldered but will never be sound.3A brush with death. ._A burden of one's own choice is not felt.?A burnt child dreads fireL#IA burnt child dreads the fire./aA calm sea does not make a skilled sailor.#A cash cow. WW3s{To stuff your face.To eat a lot, very quickly and greedily. (negative)"He's always stuffing his face. No wonder he's so fat."I=G%#Keep your feet on the ground.To have a realistic understanding of your own ideas, actions, and decisions.It is hard to keep your feet on the ground when you suddenly become famous.Ia1-}To raise eyebrows.To shock people.Her decision to appear in Playboy raised a few eyebrows.I9=SKeep your eyes peeled.To watch very carefully.There have been several burglaries in the area, so keep your eyes peeled for anything suspicious. .IdYO5To have eyes in the back of your head.Used to describe people who always seem to know what you are doing (usually mothers or teachers).My mother always knew when I had been naughty. She had eyes in the back of her head.It/coTurn a blind eye.To ignore something that you know is wrong.Governments often turn a blind eye to corruption.I o.^w/%read the riot actIf yu9KTo be a butterfingers.Somebody who often drops thingsHe had the ball, but he dropped it! What a butterfingers!I5CTo put your feet up.To relax.After a long day shopping she looked forward to putting her feet up with a nice cup of tea.I)/To get cold feet.To suddenly become too frightened to do something you had planned to do.They're getting married next week - that's if he doesn't get cold feet!I&1To drag your feet.To be deliberately slow (usually because you don't want to do something).I suspect the government is dragging its feet over lowering taxes.I#q)Itchy feet.To be restless and have a strong desire to travel.I've been living in Germany for over 12 years, but now I'm getting itchy feet.I =UTo face up to something.To accept a usually unpleasant fact."We have to face up to the fact that we are losing money hand over fist."I  K+ #5o3The hair of the dog.An alcoholic drink taken when one has a hangover.I felt better after having a hair of the dog. One whisky and the hangover was gone.Im"=/To get in somone's hair.To annoy someone.She texts me every other minute. She really gets in my hair.I'!;To put your foot in it.To say something by accident which embarrasses or upsets someone.I really put my foot in it with Alison. I had no idea she was married.Ir 37Best foot forward .To do your very best.If you put your best foot forward you'll be sure to pass the exam.IQGA/To be all fingers and thumbs.To be clumsy and unable to hold things steadily without fear of dropping or damaging them.While I was baking the cake I dropped two eggs. I'm all fingers and thumbs today.I\MQ/To put your finger on something.To discover the exact reason why a situation is the way it is, especially when something is wrong.She was worried about the project, but couldn't put her finger on what was wrong.I {%, +;yyTo have the upper hand.To have power and control over someone or a situation.In the UK the upper classes still have the upper hand.I~*EE To have a hand in something.To be involved in something.Hubby has a hand in running the technical side of the Network.I)5YTo have a free hand.To have the power to do what you want.When it comes to what appears on this web site, I have a free hand.Im(1_cTo be an old hand.To have a lot of experience in something.He's an old hand at difficult negotiations.IS'/GITo be a dab hand.To be very good at something.She was a dab hand at drawing.I`&+UYHand over fist.To do something at a very fast rate.They were making money hand over fist.I"%)At first-hand.If you experience something first-hand, you experience it yourself.The applicant should have first-hand knowledge of accounting procedures.Iy$9STo pull your hair out.To be very worried about something.She's got a test tomorrow and she's pulling her hair out.I $upCk)kraise the roofWhen people raise the roof, they make a lot of noise by cheering, sho/+ To be a bigheadWe call someone a bighead if they're acting in a conceited way.Ever since he came top of the class, he's been a real bighead.I.Mk_To have your head in the clouds.To be living in a fantasy, often used to describe people who are absentminded or impractical. Thanks to MartinaLynne needs to concentrate harder, her head is always in the clouds. (From an old school report of mine.)I+-C To have a head for heights.Used to describe someone who isn't worried about being high up.To clean the windows in Dubai, you have to have a good head for heights.IX,;AIOn your own head be it.Something we say when someone decides to ignore advice and do something we dissaprove of..Well if you want to go out clubbing the night before your final exams, on your own head be it.Isssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssss,sssss<ssssssssssssssssssssssss8sss444444<4444444Aofflrx~ &,28>DJPV\bhntz "(.4:@FLRX^djpv|it later. Do you mind if I take a rain check on that lunch invitation? I'm going to be away all week.Do you mind if I take a-!%*.38=BGLPUY]aeilpuy~ !&*.2y7;?DHMQUZ^beimruy}Íƍ ܍Ǎȍɍˍ ̍$΍),ύ0Ѝ4э9ҍ=ӍAԍEՍI֍N׍R؍VٍZڍ^ۍb܍gލlߍpuy}  !%).26:>CGKPSW[_cgko YYw0Di{8K0[ of babes and sucklings.C=A cat may look at a king!A cat nap. 1eA chain is no stronger than its weakest link2gA chain is no stronger than its weakest link.#IA change is as good as a rest.AA chicken and egg question)A close shave. $KA closed mouth catches no flies%A cold fish. &OA constant guest is never welcome'QA constant guest is never welcome.*WA contented mind is a perpetual feast7A cuckoo in the nest. 'QA danger foreseen is half avoided.'A dark horse. 3iA day of sorrow is longer than a month of joy.#A dead duck %A dead duck. +A dead end job. CA different kettle of fish. 5A dog and pony show. #A dogs life ,[A drop of ink may make a million think.*WA drowning man will clutch at a strawV-A dry March, a wet April and a cool May fill barn and cellar and bring much hay.)A fact of life !A fat cat. )UA fault confessed is half redressed. d"[c/CYrack one's brainsIf you rack your brains, you try very hard to think of something or to remember z4#YWarmheartedSomeone who is very kind and generous.She'll help anyone who needs it, she's such a warmhearted person.I3%y3HeartwarmingSomething that causes a feeling gladness and pleasure.The story of the dog who saved the life of its owner was such a heartwarming story.I2## HeartbrokenSuffering from or exhibiting overwhelming sorrow, grief, or disappointment.She was heartbroken when she found out she hadn't got the job.I1'MOHave a heart.Ask someone to be kinder to you.Student: Have you marked my homework yet? Teacher: Have a heart! You only handed it in yesterday!I~03CEat your heart out.If someone says eat your heart out followed by the name of a famous person, they are joking that they are even better than that person.I'm going to pickle a gummy bear in a jar of formaldehyde. Eat your heart out Damien Hirst!I $p_=7put two and two togetherA person who can put two and two P:3-YTo have a knees up.To have a party.We had a good old knees up at the pub.I97uTo be under the heel.To be completely controlled by something or someone.The people rose up as one to get out from under the heel of oppression.Ia8'W]Down at heel.To look shabby due to a lack of moneyThe restaurant looked very down at heel.I 7)+WAchilles heel.A small fault or weakness in a person or system that can result in its failure.Alcohol was always his Achilles heel.Ix6uyA heel.A person who treats other people badly and unfairly.He took all her money, and then left her. What a heel!IX5OYTo warm the cockles of your heartSomething you see or hear that makes you feel happy because it shows that people can be kind and good.A baby's smile will warm the cockles of even the meanest person's heart.I JnJ,@?S]To give someone a leg up.To help someone onto or over something or to help them improve their situation, especially at work.She needed a leg up to get on the horse.I?% uBreak a leg.Used to wish someone good luck, especially used in the theatre.It's your debut tonight, isn't it? Well break a leg.Ix>7')A white knuckle ride.A scary ride.Have you been on the Oblivion at Alton Towers? It's a real white knuckle ride.Ik=3A knuckle sandwich.A punch.If he keeps on annoying those men, he'll end up with a knuckle sandwich.I#<A#yTo rap someone's knuckles.A light punishment which warns you not to behave in a particular way again.He's just been to the boss to get his knuckles rapped.Ig;;}+To be near the knuckle.If something (usually a joke or a remark) is near the knuckle, it is about sex in a way that some people find offensive.He's just not very funny, all his jokes are too near the knuckle for my liking.I ??>h"Lu@dthe night, NA fly will not get into a closed mouth. A closed mouth catches no flies.3iA fool and his money are (soon) easily parted.*WA fool and his money are soon parted. 'QA fool at forty is a fool forever.(SA friend in need is a friend indeedN)UA friend in need is a friend indeed.(SA friend to all is a friend to none)UA friend to all is a friend to none.%MA friend's eye is a good mirror.3A golden handshake. 'QA good beginning makes a good end.)UA good beginning makes a good ending(SA good conscience is a soft pillow.'QA good example is the best sermon.%MA good mind possesses a kingdom.,[A good name is better than a good face.&OA good name is better than riches(SA good name is sooner lost than won#IA great talker is a great liar^-]A growing youth has a wolf in his belly.*WA guilty conscience needs no accuser.BA handful of patience is worth more than a bushel of brains. M]E=UATo cross someone's mind.To think about something or someone.Do I ever cross your mind?IDGI Many a slip twixt cup and lipUsed to imply that even when the outcome of an event seems certain, things can still go wrong."They thought they had the contract all sewn up, but the client didn't sign in the end. There's many a slip twixt cup and lip."ICW_To talk the hind leg(s) off a donkey.To talk for a long time without stopping.He is so boring. He could talk the hind legs of a donkey.IDB7%ATo stretch your legs.To  move around after having been in one place or position for a long time.If I have been sitting at the computer for too long, I need to get up and stretch my legs.I/A9%To pull someone's leg.To try to persuade someone to believe something which is not true as a joke.She was very shocked until she realised he was only pulling her leg.I r]_P rcBe onTake medication or drugs, especially when they affect the person badly.He IS ON anti-depressants and has become very difficult to please.P@b#_Be onTake place.The show IS ON for the next three months.P/eTo steal the showTo win the greatest praise and to be better than anyone else.Her acceptance speech really stole the show.Ia=1aITo be star-studdedLots of famous people in a film, play etc."It was a star-studded event."I<;O9To sing your heart out.To sing with vigour or intensity.Susan Boyle sang her heart out after being laughed at and whistled at by the audience.I ;)/SA show stopperAn event that provokes such a strong reaction from it stops whatever's happening.His speech was a real show stopper.I :+qTo run the showTo be in charge of an organization or an activity.She started off sorting the mail, but now she's running the show.I[93w!The show must go onSomething that we say which means that an event or activity must continue even if there are problems or difficulties.I've got a terrible cold, but I've got to go to work. The show must go on.I (]:DGsQChief cook and bottle washer.To be the person who is responsible for everything."If you want to set up your own business you have to be ready to be chief cook and bottle washer."IC#sA cash cow.A product or service that makes a lot of money for a company."The new product has proved to be a real cash cow."I`B)Q_To break even.  When expenses equal profits.  "The company broke even after two years."IEA-K'The bottom line.  The total, the final figure on a balance sheet / the most important feature of something.  "When he told me the bottom line I decided not to go ahead with the project."I@3CWA ball park figure.A general financial figure."Until we had costed the project properly we were only able to give the customer a ball park figure."IT?7G?To balance the books.To make certain that the amount of money spent is not more than the amount of money received."The accountant couldn't work out the profit and loss until they had balanced the books."I [N:J)W A close shave.When you come extremely close to a dangerous or unpleasant situation or only just manage to avoid it."I nearly crashed the car this morning, it was a close shave."IpI+ITo get the sackTo be dismissed from your job."He was always coming late, so eventually they sacked him."I1H3mYA golden handshake.To receive a large payment on leaving a company."She won't have to find a job very quickly because she got a huge golden handshake from her last job."IG+w%A dead end job.A job that has no chance of promotion or advancement."She left the company because she was very ambitious but in a dead end job."I8F13!To cook the books.To modify financial statements and accounting information, especially illegally."We only made a profit last year because our accountant cooked the books."I!E'!To cold call.  To call potential customers without an appointment or previous contact."The sales rep cold called customers from the business directory.I 'u% tickled pinkIf you are tickled pink, you are very pleased about somethvO17Over my dead body.An expression of defiance. If you say that something will happen over your dead body, you mean that you will do anything to prevent itWhen I asked my mum if I could have my ears pierced she replied, "Over my dead body!"IN1 Davy Jones' lockerDavy Jones is the nickname for the devil of the sea. Davy Jones' locker means the bottom of the sea or ocean - the resting place of drowned sailors. It is used as a euphemism for death at sea.Everyone on the ship drowned, they're in Davy Jones' locker now.IMOATo work your fingers to the bone.  To work really hard.  "She kept the family together by working her fingers to the bone."IZL+1qTo sweat blood.To work very hard."She sweated blood to finish the project on time."IyK1-+To be snowed underTo be very busy."She wasn't able to finish the report as she was snowed under with other work."I %We%gT+OmDeath warmed upUsed when someone looks very ill.She was so pale she looked like death warmed up.IRS#3cCheat deathTo avoid a possibly fatal event or prolong your life in spite of considerable odds.An eccentric British pilot cheated death after crash-landing in the shark-infested waters of the Caribbean.IR3;'A brush with death.To narrowly miss dying.Sometimes a brush with death forces us to re-evaluate our priorities in life.ImQ-AAt death's door.To be very close to death.I was sad to read that Nelson Mandella was at death's door.I%PG;_From the cradle to the grave.The whole of your life.The National Health Service (NHS) has two guiding principles. Firstly, that such a service should be comprehensive, with all citizens receiving all the advice, treatment and care they needed, combined with the best medical and other facilities available. Secondly, that the service should be free to the public at the point of use, from the cradle to the grave.I W4i\W l9Z9gwThe honeymoon is over.The time when after starting something new (a job etc.) people start to critisize you (see Honeymoon period).The latest figures were very bad and the shareholders are calling for his resignation. I guess the honeymoon is over.I=Y/+5Honeymoon period.A short period of time when starting something new, when no one criticizes you.The new CEO is enjoying a honeymoon period. None of the shareholders critisized him.IIX)+WTo get hitchedTo get married.Miquepani got hitched on Friday 13th.IGW/_It's your funeralWe say this when someone makes a decision that you don't agree with.He's going out tonight, but if he doesn't meet the deadline he'll lose his job. I guess it's his funeral.IfV#!A dead duckA failure."The police admitted that they were giving up, the case was a dead duck."I`U!/Death wishDesire for death.He keeps taking risks. It's almost as if he has a death wish.I O} _igSi+a picture is worth a thousand wordsThis expression means that a picture *`1Lead a double lifeTo have a second, secret life that is usually not socially acceptable.For years he led a double life as an agent for the intelligence services.I&_'1 Large as lifeUsed to escribe a person you see, and are surprised to see, in a particular place.I looked up and there he was, as large as life, Elvis Presley!Iq^7ALike death warmed up.To look very ill or tired.He went home with the flu. He looked like death warmed up.IJ]-aHalf deadExtremely tired.After doing all my chores I was half dead.I\)?1A fact of lifeStress is a fact of life.An unpleasant fact or situation which people accept because they cannot change it.I-[#E A dogs lifeLife is hard and unpleasant.I've got to go to work, then do the shopping, then pick the children up from school and cook their dinner - it's a dog's life!I $*Oq 4@LYfr /Xme the time of your!ETo ge7A white knuckle ride. >%MA wise head keeps a still tongue8sA wise man changes his mind sometimes, a fool never CA wolf in sheep's clothing. !EA wonder lasts but nine days$KA word spoken is past recalling !EA word to the wise is enough"GA young idler, an old beggar.ABC \ Abide by (SAbsence makes the heart grow fonder7Accidents will happen#Account for Ache for 'Achilles heel)Achilles heel. 7 Act on Act on Act out Act out Act up Act upon Act upon $KActions speak louder than words'QActions speak louder than words  f%Adam’s ale Z Add on Add up Add up Add up to Add up to (SAdversity makes strange bedfellows.+Advice is cheap-]Advice is least heeded when most needed.'QAdvice most needed is least heeded9Advisors run no risks. CAfter a storm, comes a calm ({_b1s/pick up the piecesAfter a disgf95yTo not break the bank.Not be too expensiveGoing out for a drink in the pub won't break the bank.IreO-}To laugh all the way to the bank.To make lot of money very easily, often because someone else has been stupid.  If we don't take this opportunity, you can be sure our competitors will and they'll be laughing all the way to the bank.Id+gBreak the bank.Win all the money at a casino gambling table.He broke the bank at the casino and walked away with a lot of money.IMc-+[To tie the knot.To get married.Miquepani tied the knot on Friday 13th.IZb/;cThe pearly gates.The entrance to heaven.We all end up standing at the pearly gates.ITaQmMarry in haste, repent at leisure.If you get married too soon, you will regret it.She suddenly realised she didn't even like him that much, but you know what they say, "marry in haste, repent at leisure."I AQ 'A^%cpester powerThis term Rn-ydoughSlang for money.I need to go to the cash point, I've run out of dough.I m!_1A bad debtMoney owed that is not likely to be paid.The bank expects to lose millions of last year's profits as a result of bad debts.I|l)iA blank chequeAs much money to spend as is wanted or needed.The project manager seems to think he has a blank cheque.Ilk?7{To be strapped [for cash]To be short of money.Could you lend me a fiver? I seem to be a bit strapped.Ixj!OReady cashMoney that is available to spend.We have a lot of investments but we need ready cash to pay the bills.Ivik{Hard cashMoney in the form of coins or notes paper moneyThey don't accept credit cards, we will need hard cash.IEh#/QTo be brokeTo have no money.I can't go out tonight, I'm broke.I+g'AGo for broke.To risk everything in order to achieve the result you want."She really wanted to pass her English exam, so she went for broke and revised every day."I .>_p.tEOMoney doesn't grow on trees.Money isn't that easy to come by.We can't afford to buy a house, money doesn't grow on trees.I9s=1A licence to print moneyActivity that allows people to become very rich without having to make any effort.Some people think the TV licence fee is just a licence to print money.Itr!e{Easy moneyMoney earnt with very little work or effort.A lot of people think running a web site is easy money.Iuq#YBlood moneyMoney that has been gained from the death of another person.The assassin was paid his blood money.I[pWG-A fool and his money are soon parted.Something we say which means that stupid people spend money without thinking about it enough.Andrew is always buying the latest gizmos, a fool and his money are soon parted.I>oce-cashMoney from a special bank account which is used to buy goods and services over the Internet by sending information from your computerIt is easier to pay on the net with e-cash.I HoNV;M)pen mightier than swor@y'+GPots of moneyA lot of money.Bill Gates has pots of money.I'x)Pin moneyA small amount of money that you earn and spend on things for yourself.She teaches English for pin money for extra treats for herself and the family.I>w9UMore money than sense.When someone seems to spend what money they have foolishly.Alex Hope spent £125,000 on a 30-litre Midas bottle of champagne. He has got more money than sense.IUv)Monopoly moneyMonopoly is the trademark for a game in which you buy property with pretend money, so monopoly money has little or no value.Whether he sells the house or not, it's all monopoly money to him.I4uQQ]Put your money where your mouth isTo follow up on words with action.If people are really interested in helping the homeless they should put their money where their mouth isI O &@Xo2H^{0FVo%wait -white as a ghos+without a hitch wolf downv=wolf in sheep's clothing =wonders will never cease %wooden spoon )wool-gathering 'words fail me 7words 6V/aqBob’s your uncleSaid to mean "No problem", "the solution is simple", "there you have it" (appended to the end of a description of how to achieve something).You want to go to the stadium? Go straight on until you reach the park, take the first left and Bob’s your uncle!I8U/?blue-sky thinkingThis refers to thinking that is unrealistic. This phrase may also refer to creative ideas that diverge from current beliefs or ideas.Blue-sky thinking has long been denigrated, and because of the economic recession, such fanciful thinking may even be considered downright irresponsible.IrT3{Oblow one's own horn(also toot one's own horn) to brag; to talk boastfully.Nancy likes to blow her own horn.I +G0+{?ekA penny for your thoughtsTo ask someone what they are thinking about.'You're very quiet. A penny for your thoughts.'I-G)The devil to payTo get into a lot of trouble.If the company catches you making personal calls there'll be the devil to pay!Iy~%_Pay your wayTo pay for yourself rather than allowing someone else to payI teach English so that I can pay my way.Ih})SmPay top dollarTo pay a lot of money for somethingIf you want the best, you have to pay to dollar.Ip|5UoPay through the noseTo pay too much money for something.I paid through the nose to get the bathroom done.I9{%sqHit pay dirtTo discover something very valuable or very useful.If a salesperson does not quickly hit pay dirt with a customer they will usually move straight on to someone else.I5z1E Throw money aroundTo spend money, especially in an obvious and careless way, on things that are not necessary.They don't work but they have plenty of money to throw around.I g3H gWN/QCpay over the oddsIf you pay over the odds, yo!CMITo loosen the purse stringsTo allow more money to be spent.We shouldn't expect the Chancellor to loosen the purse strings too much in this year's Budget.I? uTo hold the purse stringsTo control the spending of a family's or an organization's moneyThe Financial Director holds the purse strings here.I)The pink poundMoney spent by people who are homosexual, especially on entertainment.Brighton is a lively, prosperous city, courtesy of the pink pound.Ia9As poor as church miceVery poorWhen we first got married, we were as poor as church mice.IM;A penny pincher / To penny pinchA miser /To be a miser.He left the pub before it was his round. He is such a penny pincher.Is+MThe penny dropsTo finally understand something.She looked confused for a while, but then the penny dropped.IT)5cA pretty pennyTo be very expensiveThat car must have cost you a pretty penny.I X\H#I#Gspass musterIGgHave your fingers in the tillTo steal money from the place where you work.She had her fingers in the till, that's why she lost her job.IO '5[Spend a pennyTo go to the toilet.Excuse me, I must go and spend a penny.Ie 91ySpend money like waterTo spend too much.If you spend money like water, you'll always be broke.IW );cStrike it richTo suddenly become richHe struck it rich in the computer business.I: #)AFilthy richExtremely richBill Gates is filthy rich.I; iYou can't make a silk purse out of a sow's earIf something is poor quality you can't do much to improve it.I new it wouldn't last, you can't make a silk purse out of a sow's ear.I$Ek/To tighten the purse stringsTo reduce the amount of money that can be spentIf we want to go on holiday this year we need to tighten the purse strings a bit.I ?I\?9 One foot in the grave.To be close to death, or so old you are likely to die soon She's been saying she has one foot in the grave for years now.IA;]Do a number on someone.To treat someone very badly or unfairly.The competition was fake and did a real number with my email address. It could take days to get rid of all the spam I got.I6!MFirst handIf you experience something first hand, you experience it yourself.We can't experience poverty and misery first hand, but we can give to those who suffer from it.IiC]GA nine/one/seven-day wonderSomeone or something that causes interest or excitement for a short period but is then quickly forgottenDon't put your coats away just yet – yesterday's sizzling hot weather was a one-day wonder.I3E1To do a complete one-eighty.To turn around and go in the opposite direction. To reverse a decision or opinion.The Liberal party did a complete one-eighty on tuition fees.I [Q9As much use as a chocolate teapot.Useless."As soon as I switched it on the fuse blew. It was as much use as a chocolate teapot."ICMigEverything but the kitchen sink.A lot of things - especially used when packing"The check-in girl told her she was way over her weight limit. She'd packed everything but the kitchen sink."IXG;CA watched kettle never boils.When you are anxiously waiting for something to happen, it always seems to take longer."Elfish couldn't wait for her exam results, but I told her, "A watched kettle never boils."I&MOGA pretty or fine kettle of fish.A difficult or awkward situation."They're divorced, and someone's sat them next to each other - that's a fine kettle of fish."I!CEQA different kettle of fish.A different matter or issue."Oh! They want to place an order? That's a different kettle of fish. Of course I'll talk to them."I _tVI_ &n goPlay backListen to or watch something you've recorded.We PLAYED the recording BACK to see if it was OK.Pv cPlay awayBe sexually unfaithful when away from home.He travels abroad a lot and his wife thinks he PLAYS AWAY.P\ =yPlay atPretend to be something.He just PLAYS AT being a lawyer- he never wins a case.PY #YOPlay aroundBe sexually promiscuous or unfaithful.I PLAYED AROUND a lot at college.PO #uPlay aroundBe silly.The children were PLAYING AROUND and being annoying.PC!K/Play alongPretend to agree or accept something in order to keep someone happy or to get more information.I disagreed with the idea but I had to PLAY ALONG because everyone else liked it.PTKYPlate upPut food onto a plate to serve.PLATE UP and drizzle with salsa verde.P'aPlant outPut a young plant that has been grown in a pot or greenhouse into the ground.They need to be PLANTED OUT in the spring.P ZZj=a(\4WvM'QAn Englishman's ho!Agree with "GAgree, for the law is costly. Aim at Aim at #IAll cats are grey in the dark.3All covet, all lose9uAll days are short to industry and long to idleness. CAll for one and one for all#IAll good things come to an end,[All good things come to those who wait./All in good time.!EAll is fair in love and war.9All roads lead to Rome#IAll that glitters is not gold. CAll the world loves a lover3iAll things are difficult before they are easy.%MAll things come to him who waits0cAll things grow with time -  except grief./aAll work and no play makes Jack a dull boy0cAll work and no play makes Jack a dull boy.AAll's fair in love and war"GAll's fish that comes the net?All's well that ends wellAAll's well that ends well.Allow for Allow of 'QAn Englishman's home is his castle-An Indian summer !An anorak p mj!E9%cpad the billIf someone pads the bill, they add false items to a bill or invoice in order to increase the total amount. Check the invoice carefully before paying - he tends to pad the bill!IZ85}packed like sardinesIf a group of #!-An Indian summerA period of warm weather which sometimes happens in early autumn The summer was really bad this year, so I'm hoping for an Indian summer.I( Ck9Full of the joys of spring.To feel very happy and full of youthful energy.The sun was shining, and even though it was October, I was full of the joys of spring.I'iSpring fever.To feel restless. (It is thought to be a physiological and psychological shift in the body's response to changing seasons.)The students couldn't pay any attention to what I was saying. They were obviously suffering from spring fever.I'S;Autumn years.The later years of a person's life.I don't like to think I'm getting old. I prefer to think I'm entering the autumn years.I ;;&=?ATo get the ball rolling.To get something started.If we don't get the ball rolling on this project soon we won't be able to deliver on time.I/%;+ A ballpark figure (actually a baseball term, but widely used in business in the UK too)Rough estimate.I don't need an exact quotation, just give me a ballpark figure.I$%}Closed shop.a place of work where you have to belong to a particular trade union."The motor industry in the UK used to be a closed shop."I9#3=The dead of winter.Used to describe the middle of winter, when it is very cold and dark.He disappeared in the dead of winter: The river was frozen, the streets almost deserted.I%"O One swallow doesn't make a summerSomething that you say which means because one good thing has happened, you cannot be certain that more good things will happen.After I passed my first exam, my teacher reminded me to keep on working hard. After all, one swallow doesn't make a summer.I P_4sP*,C To be bowled over (cricket)To astonish or overwhelm. Lit: To knock both of the bails off the wicketI went to see his latest exhibition, it really bowled me over.Ir+#EA balls up.A bad mistake or shoddy job.He forgot his visuals, so the presentation was a complete balls up.I=*G-The ball's in someone's courtTo have to do something before any progress can be made in a situation.Well I gave them all the information I could, and now the ball's in their court.I)%;oTo play ballTo agree to do what someone asks you to do, in the way someone else wants you to do it.We'll all achieve much more if we just play ball.I(/i To be on the ballTo be quick to understand and react to things.You need to be on the ball with this customer, he's very clever.I'G-]To keep your eye on the ball.To remain alert.You'll need to keep your eye on the ball on this project, the technology available is moving so quickly.I OOy;fY#=Yv%MApril )UAn apple a day keeps the doctor away*WAn apple a day keeps the doctor away.#IAn army marches on its stomach(SAn empty bag will not stand upright+YAn empty purse frightens away friends.=An exception to the rule*WAn idle brain is the devil's workshop%MAn old fox is not easily snared.(SAn onion a day keeps everyone away.3iAn ounce of discretion is worth a pound of witT4kAn ounce of discretion is worth a pound of wit.:wAn ounce of prevention is better than a pound of cure5mAn ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure.1eAnger is the one thing made better by delay.Angle for !EAnother day, another dollar.#Answer back !Answer for !Answer for 5Any port in a storm. k9Any time means no timec;Any time means no time.?Appearances are deceptive$KApril showers bring May flowers%MApril showers bring May flowers.!Argue down !Argue down JS6JD2CqkTo go the distance (boxing)To carry through a course of action to completion.No matter what you say about him, he really went the distance on his last project. No one could have done more.I19WTo have get-up-and-go.To have a high personal energy level.I can't play football any more. My get up and go has got up and gone.I0?I7To give it your best shotTo put forth your best effort.Whether you pass or fail in the test at least you'll know you gave it your best shot.I/-5gIt's not cricketIf someone's behaviour or actions are not cricket, they are not honourable or moral.It's not cricket to steal someone's web site.I}.+cTo get the bootTo be fired or let go from an organization.They gave him the boot after he failed in his last project.I)-[k#To beat (someone) to the punch (boxing)To make the first decisive move in a situation.We have to get this new product out before our rivals beat us to the punch.I b96b@)/Uout of this worP79_To kick it into touch.To cancel or quit something. Lit: To gain ground or to defend your team.Before we waste any more time on this, I suggest we just kick it into touch, it's just not going to work.I6? To kick something around.To pass an idea from person to person. Lit: Passing the ball.Let's just kick a few ideas around and see what we come up with.I(5kyTo jockey yourself into position. (Horseracing)To put yourself into a good position to win something.He got the promotion after jockeying himself into position.I047#The rub of the green.To be lucky especially in a sport or pastime played on a green surface.France had the rub of the green when the referee didn't spot that handball.IC3ICTo hit below the belt (boxing)To act unfairly or unscrupulously. Lit: An illegal move in boxingThey hit the workers below the belt when they closed the factory gates without any warning.I $1a '7GTam*=dsArgue out 'QAs much use as a chocolate teapot. 9As poor as church mice "GAs smoothArgue out 'QAs much use as a chocolate teapot. 9As poor as church mice "GAs smooth as a baby's bottom, /aAs soon as a man is born, he begins to die0cAs the twig is bent so the tree is inclined M/aAs you make your bed so must you lie on it#IAs you sow, so shall you reap."GAs you sow, so you shall reapXAsk about Ask after !Ask around !Ask around Ask for Ask for Ask in 0cAsk me no questions, I'll tell you no lies.&OAsk no questions and hear no lies Ask out Ask over Ask round -At death's door. )At first-hand. %#Auction off 'Autumn years. &OAvoid evil and it will avoid theeBack away Back down Back into Back off Back out #Back out of #Back out of %Back passage %Back to back Back up ma<$>9#To play away from homeTo have an affair. Lit: To play at the oppositions ground.She asked for a divorce when she found out he'd been playing away for home.Iw=CI{No holds barred (wrestling)With all restrictions relaxed.They played rough in the negotiations, no holds barred.I<7[To move the goalpostsTo make unfair changes without warning.We'll never reach an agreement if they keep moving the goalposts.I;K qTo (make a) pitch for somethingTo try to persuade people to support you or give you something.He pitched the idea at us, but we turned him down.I:5[To let the side downTo fail when others are relying on you.When Beckham missed that penalty he really let the side down.I93s{Knock yourself out.Used to give permission to someone to do something.Me: Can I drive today? Hubby: Sure, knock yourself out.I8%k%To kick off.To start trouble or fight. Lit: Start the game.We got out of the pub before it all kicked off and the fists started flying.I SjCI?aTo throw in the towel (boxing)To surrender, admit defeat. Lit: To signal surrender by throwing the towel into the ring.The union decided to throw in the towel when they realised they weren't going to win any more concessions.IaB5%}To score an own goalTo make a problem for yourself. Lit: To score in your own net - really ugly.He scored a bit of an own goal when he increased the rate. They decided he was just too expensive and used someone else.IgA9To score a tie-breakerThe final thing / point that breaks an even-scored game or other event. I3@MaMTo be saved by the bell (boxing)To be saved from misfortune or unpleasantness by something. Lit: When an opponent was knocked out and the bell rang before the count was completed the person was not out.The authorities arrested Chile's Gen. Augusto Pinochet, but he was saved by the bell of old age.Is?+MTo play it safeTo be careful and avoid any riskYou'll never be truly successful if you always play it safe.I ]VqR]U-q!out of characterIf you do something that is ouqIU_CTo not give someone the time of day.To refuse to speak to someone because you do not like them or because you think you are better than them.I don't know why you spend so much time with him. I wouldn't even give him the time of day.I-H3OvertimeThe time we work in addition to what is normal. Overtime is either paid, or unpaid.I told my boss I would do any overtime, I want to save up for my holiday.IkG#1On the dot.At a precise time.On New Year's Eve we always open the champagne on the dot of midnight.I F1Y%The crack of dawn.The very beginning of daylight (dawn).I used to have to get up at the crack of dawn, but nowadays I don't have to.IREYGcockcrowThe very beginning of daylight (dawn).Firoozeh gets up at cockcrow.I&DKSETo win by a nose (horse racing)To succeed by a very narrow margin.Our bid for that contract was won by a nose. There really wasn't much difference between us.I lQluN[Part-timeEmployment with fewer hours per week than a full-time job. There are more part-time jobs nowadays.I(M%!Full-timeThe whole of someone's available working time, typically 40 hours in a week,My niece went back to full-time work 3 months after having her first baby.IqL1)Just in time (JIT)A production strategy that strives to improve a business return on investment (ROI) by reducing inventory and associated carrying costs.The factory has implemented a new JIT strategy. All inventory must be reduced.IHKE/1A stitch in time saves nine.If you fix a small problem right away, it will not become a bigger problem later.You need to get the leak fixed before it gets bigger. A stitch in time saves nine.I+J=)To pass the time of day.To have a short conversation with someone about things which are not importantIt's important to pass the time of day with your colleagues.I NvHN`U37oTo run out of time.To have no time left.I ran out of time before I could finish the exam.IfTIA[To have the time of your life.To enjoy yourself - a lot.I had the time of my life at the party.IOSEM!To give someone a hard time.To criticize someone and make them feel guilty about something that they have (or haven't) done.I always give my students a hard time if they haven't done their homework.IXR#/wTo do time.To be imprisoned.It's hard for people who have done time to get a job.IQ'[To call time.What happens when a publican signals that it is closing time at the pub.We had to drink up when he called time.I"P%/To buy time.To postpone an event hoping that the situation will improve.The policeman tried to reason with him in order to buy time until backup arrived,IO)_To be on time.If you're on time you arrive or do something before or by a stated timeWe managed to finish the project on time.I 7w 74'3#one-upmanshipThis t\5)CTo get on your bike.To get moving.Norman Tebbit told the unemployed of Britain to get on their bikes and find work elsewhere.I][]c9-5A conventional and possibly tedious job.She has a 9-5 job, but she never complains.IZ!WTime's up.Used to show an activity is finished.The game finished because my time was up and I needed to pay to play on.IpYgsTime off.To have a period of time free from employmentI decided to take some time off to visit my family.IgX%qMTime in lieuTime off instead of, or in addition to, receiving pay for overtime worked or working on public or bank holidays. I worked two bank holidays, and I got two days off in lieu, but I would have preferred the cash.ItW+%/Take your time.To not rush.I decided not to rush, so I took my time and made sure the job was done properly.IV/{yThe time is ripe.A good time to do something or for something to happen.The people decided the time was ripe for a revolution.I 55b7q Drive a hard bargain.To expect a lot in exchange for what you pay or do"We got a good price in the end, but he drives a hard bargain."I6aSCar pool.A group of cars owned by a company or other organization which can be used by any of its employees."Could you deliver this package for me? Use a car from the pool."I `a1To have a face like the back end of a bus.To be really ugly."Quasimodo has a face like the back end of a bus, but he is really nice."I7_)ewCar boot sale.An event in a public place where people sell their unwanted possessions, often from the backs of their cars.You can pick up a lot of bargains at a car boot sale.I5^;5To be in the same boat.To be in the same situation (usually unpleasant) as other people.She's always complaining that she has too much work, but we're all in the same boat.Iw]%iyOn yer bike!An impolite way of telling someone to go away.He said "On yer bike" when I asked him for more money.I 1sRm1Ki--QEnd of the line.The point where it is no longer possible to continue with a process or activity."This project has struggled on for as long as it could, but it's reached the end of the line now."Ijh#gcTop flight.To be at the highest level in a job or sport."David Beckham is a top flight footballer."ISg%%uTake flight.To run away."The children took flight when they say the farmer."I f-kFlight of fancy.An idea which shows a lot of imagination but which is not practical."Clean nuclear fuel is a real flight of fancy."Ie#+uTest drive.To drive a car that you are considering buying, in order to see if you like it."I took it out for a test drive before I bought it."IdAMDrive someone up the wall.To make someone extremely angry."My neighbours are driving me up the wall with their loud music."I cG_Drive someone round the bend.To make someone very bored or very angry."The children have been driving me round the bend all day."I y1ypoEcQTo get the show on the road.To begin an activity that has been planned."Let's get this show on the road."I9n5-%The end of the road.The point where it is no longer possible to continue with a process or activity."We will have to give up on this project, it's reached the end of the road."Im)9=Down the road.Sometime in the future"One day I will have video capability on the site, but that's a long way down the road."I/l/OwGo off the rails.to start behaving in a way that is not generally acceptable, especially dishonestly or illegally:"Prince Harry has really gone of the rails recently."Ik5 Any port in a storm.If you are in a difficult situation you will go anywhere for help."I didn't want to stay with my mother, but any port in a storm."Ivj'MPort of call.A place where you stop for a short time, especially on a journey."Where's our next port of call?"I 66r}3k[can't make o!u9To be just the ticket.Used to describe that something is exactly what is needed."If you want to improve your English, this websiste is just the ticket."Ixt/K Ship someone off.To send someone away somewhere."Rich parents often ship their children off to boarding school."Is}Road hog.Someone who drives so that other vehicles cannot go past."I have never liked his driving, he is such a road hog."I~r/}iOne for the road.To have one last an alcoholic drink just before leaving."Do you fancy one for the road before you go?"IJq?+AMiddle of the road (MOR).This idiom describes a person, organization, opinion or type of entertainment that is not extreme and is acceptable to or liked by most people."He only likes MOR music."Ixp-UTo hit the road.To leave a place or begin a journey."I must be going, I need to hit the road to catch my train."I [`@y7Gold dog for hard roadThis expression means that expjy/3The inside track.To have a special position within an organization, or a special relationship with a person that gives you advantages that other people do not have."He knows a lot about the company, he's on the inside track."IIx+A;The fast track.The quickest and most direct route to achievement of a goal (especially business related).He won't be working in this office for very long, he's on the fast track to management.Iww]On track.If something is on track it's making progress and is likely to achieve something. To get or put something back on track means to correct something that was going wrong."It looks as though the crisis is over. 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You've got golf on the brain!I  +cbr!SiGet out ofMake someone give something to you.Did you GET a refund OUT OF the travel agency?Pkq![sGet out ofMake someone confess or tell the truth.The police couldn't GET any information OUT OF him.Pnp!OGet out ofStop a regular activity or habit.If you GET OUT OF a routine, it can be hard to start again.PSo!;cGet out ofLeave a car, van, etc..We GOT OUT OF the taxi and paid the driver.Pon!QGet out ofAvoid doing something you dislike.I said I wasn't feeling well and GOT OUT OF the extra work.PcmGet outSay what you want when it is difficult.He was so upset he couldn't GET the words OUT.PylwyGet outPublish, make available for the public to see or buy.We have to GET the report OUT by the end of the month.PskQGet outRemove dirt or something unwanted.I spilled some red wine on my carpet and can't GET the stains OUT.PzjsGet outRemove something from where it is stored to use it.I GOT the car OUT so that we could load up the suitcases.P l+| ,l*UQharp onIf you harp on (about) something, you tire other`{+Get overCome somewhere.He said he needed help and ask me to GET OVER as soon as I could.PZz9wGet overGet to the other side.We couldn't GET OVER the river because of the floods.Pxy{qGet overBe shocked or surprised that something if real or true.I couldn't GET OVER how much weight he had put on.P_xUeGet overCommunicate, make people understand.He makes jokes to help GET his message OVER.Ppw;Get overSolve, find a solution.It took us a long time to GET OVER the problems with the computer system.P_vUeGet overRecover from something, feel better.It took me ages to GET OVER the bout of flu.PJu=SGet out!Expression of disbelief.'I got 100% on the test.''Get out!'Pct!SkGet out ofHelp someone avoid doing something.I GOT him OUT OF having to work at the weekend.Pls!aoGet out ofDerive pleasure or benefit from something.She's GETTING a lot OUT OF her university course.P Rs5q#;Get throughFinish.I'm going to take some work home because I haven't managed to GET THROUGH it all today.PD#aGet throughConsume.He GETS THROUGH two bottles of wine a day.PX#Get throughContact.I tried calling her mobile phone, but I couldn't GET THROUGH.P7/gGet round (or around)Persuade someone.She didn't want to let me do it, but I succeeded in GETTING ROUND her. (In American English 'around' is used)P7KKGet round (around) toFinally manage to do something.It always takes me ages to GET ROUND to writing letters. (In American English 'around' is used)P}~-EGet roundFind a solution.We're nearly ready, but there are few little problems we have to GET ROUND before we finish.P\}' Get roundBecome known.I don't want this to GET ROUND, so please keep it to yourself.P*|''Get over withDo something unpleasant that has to be done rather than delaying it any more.I GOT the test OVER WITH rather than have to worry about it any longer.P }C} UG-G/shotgun marriage(also shotgu '+Kcut and driedIf you refer to a situation, problem or solution as cut and dried, you mean that it is clear and straightforward with no likely complications. When the new manager arrived, he didn't find the situation as cut and dried as he had expected.I: !Wcut a dashIf a person cuts a dash, they make a striking impression by their appearance and attractive clothes. 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talk PEPPED us UP.PMYMMPep upMake something more interesting.You need to PEP your writing UP.PyXKPencil inMake a provisional appointment.I'll PENCIL Thursday night IN, but if anything comes up, give me a ring..P?WgPeg outDie.He PEGGED OUT last night from a heart attack.P[VCqPeg outPut washing outside to dry.I PEGGED the washing OUT after it stopped raining.PGUyPeg itDie.After a long illness, she finally PEGGED IT yesterday.P E^ FEe%qPick throughSearch something that is disordered for something.The police have been PICKING THROUGH the wreckage for clues.Pxd=-Pick outIdentify from a picture.The victim couldn't PICK OUT her attacker from the photos the police showed her.PTcPick outChoose.She PICKED OUT the ones she wanted to take and left the rest.Pubm{Pick onBother, annoy, criticize or make fun of someone.My friends always PICK ON me because I don't sing well.P aW7Pick offTarget individuals to change a group.There were many rebels against the policy, but the government PICKED OFF the 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They're going too.Pli9Pick upReceive (a broadcast).When we rent a holiday cottage in Cornwall, we can't PICK UP Channel 5.P^hPick upCollect.While you're in town, can you PICK UP my trousers from the Dry Cleaner?P@g)UPick upLearn quickly.She PICKED UP Spanish in six months.PHfqPick upImprove.Sales PICKED UP a bit during the Christmas period.P EFUEctgYPile intoEnter a place quickly, in a disorganised way.We PILED INTO the shop when it opened.PasgYPile inEnter a place quickly, in a disorganised way.The coach stopped and we all PILED IN.PCr!cPig outEat a lot.The food was great, so I really PIGGED OUT.PqqukPig offUsed to tell someone to get lost or leave you alone.He told them to PIG OFF and leave him in peace.Pzp-KPick yourself upRecover from a fall or problem.It took him a long time to PICK HIMSELF UP after his wife left him.Puo!umPick up onComment on something said earlier in a conversation.I'd like to PICK UP ON the point that Jill made.P]n!3Pick up onReact to something.The government has PICKED UP ON the reports in the media.Pbm!]_Pick up onNotice something that most people don't.He's very quick to PICK UP ON new trends.Pzl!iPick up onCorrect someone when they say something wrong.My teacher PICKS UP ON any mistake I make and corrects me.P $LRp} SPin upFix something to a wall, or other vertical surface, with a pin.I PINNED the notice UP on the boardPR|E_Pin onAttach the blame to someone.The police tried to PIN the crime ON him.Pm{[{Pin downDiscover exact details about something.The government can't PIN DOWN where the leak came from.PziKPin downGet a fixed idea, opinion, etc, from someone..I've asked him to set a date, but he's a hard man to PIN DOWN and won't give a definite answer.PVyGcPile upAccumulate in a pile or heap.The ironing's PILING UP as I hate doing it.Pdx#!Pile upAccumulate.Work just keeps on PILING UP and I really can't manage to get it all done.PnwgqPile outLeave a place quickly, in a disorganised way.The train eventually arrived and we all PILED OUT.P{vuPile onExaggerate or talk in a way to affect someone's feelings.It wasn't very serious, but they PILED ON the guilt.P[uIkPile onAdd or give more or something.Work's crazy- they keep PILING ON the pressure.P 7g1Q7 !W1Pitch intoCriticise severely or attack someone.The shareholders PITCHED INTO the management about their pay rises at the meeting.P c)Pitch inWork together to help achieve an objective.We were behind schedule, but the others PITCHED IN and we got it done in time.P  Pitch forTry to persuade someone to give your work, business, a job, etc.He PITCHED FOR the job, but they gave it to someone else.POISPit outGo into the pits (car racing).He PITTED OUT in the twentieth lap.PY#EcPit againstCompete or force to compete.The war PITTED neighbour AGAINST neighbour.PbCPipe upTo speak, raise your voice.At first, no one answered, then finally someone PIPED UP.PrQ Pipe downBe quiet (often as an imperative).The lecturer asked the students to PIPE DOWN and pay attention.P~{'Pine awaySuffer physically because of grief, stress, worry, etc.He's been PINING AWAY since his wife died and is a shadow of his former self.P n_NOIPlay outProgress, often till it finishes.Let's see how things PLAY OUT.P0IPlay onPun.The advert PLAYS ON the sloganPd3Play onExploit a weakness.They are just PLAYING ON our fears to get us to do what they want.PI;UPlay onContinue playing music.The band PLAYED ON for another hour.P  Play onContinue playing a sport though there might be a reason to stop.It looked like a foul, but the referee told them to PLAY ON.PPlay offMake people compete against each other so that you benefit.He PLAYED them OFF against each other to get the best deal.P]Play offPlay a game to decide who the winner is.As both teams had the same points, they PLAYED OFF to decide the winner.Pa3Play downTry to make something seem less important.The Government has tried to PLAY DOWN the importance of the minister's resignation.P "SSo~&GZl.?Ucp}8M^p~'Have a heart. 1%Have against1(SHave an old head on young shoulders#Have around2%Have down as3(SHave eyes in the back of one's head Have in4 Have in5 Have in6%Have it away7)Have it in for8#Have it 9Happy wife, happy lifehHard cash ?Hard words break no bonesi CHard words breaks no bones.a+Harold , herald!w Harp on/!EHas the cat got your tongue? /Haste makes wasteb Hate on0 CHatred is as blind as love.c'Have a heart. 1%Have against1(SHave an old head on young shoulders#Have around2%Have down as3(SHave eyes in the back of one's head Have in4 Have in5 Have in6%Have it away7)Have it in for8#Have it off9-Have it out with: Have off; Have on< Have on= Have on> Have on? Have on@ Have onAHave overB!Have roundC Have upD"GHave your fingers in the till  PuV8P+7CP`n|'7Kgn`EAnother day, another dollar.A job may be hard or tedious but at least there is some financial reward.-Rt_e Anger is the one thing made better by delay.When you are angry, it is best not to speak or act immediately.-R^mWAn ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure.It is easier to prevent something from happening than to repair the damage or cure the disease later.-Ry]kAn ounce of discretion is worth a pound of wit.It is better to be cautious and discreet than to try to be funny.-RV\ScAn onion a day keeps everyone away.A humoristic version of "an apple a day..."-Rc[MAn old fox is not easily snared.A person of experience is difficult to fool or manipulate.-R]ZWmAn idle brain is the devil's workshopWhen you are busy working, you avoid temptation.-RYQEAn Englishman's home is his castleAn Englishman's home is a place where he feels safe, enjoys privacy and can do as he wishes.-R dJdCSe 2Gaq#4NgCollide intovXYAn empty purse frightens away friends.When one's financial situation deteriorates, friends tend to disappear.-R4WWAn apple a day keeps the doctor away.Eating an apple every day can help to keep you healthy. Other interpretation: A small preventive treatment wards off serious problems.-R^VUqAn ant may well destroy a whole dam.A small problem can sometimes cause a lot of harm.-RUc5All work and no play makes Jack a dull boy.Everybody needs a certain amount of relaxation. It is not good to work all the time.-R^Ti]All things are difficult before they are easy.With practice everything becomes easier.-RdScoAll things grow with time -  except grief.As time goes by, grief subsides little by little.-RRR9uAll roads lead to RomeThere are many different ways to reach an objective.-R^QAAll's well that ends well.There is a solution to everything even if there are doubts.-R M4iEM '7Ql 0F]PEAll is fair in love and war.Things that are done in love or war can often be excused.-ROO/yAll in good time.Be patient. Things will happen when the time is right.-RCNIGAll that glitters is not gold.Appearances can be deceptive.-RWM[]All good things come to those who wait.If you are patient you will be rewarded.-RlLumAll days are short to industry and long to idleness.Time goes by slowly when you have nothing to do.-RXK3All covet, all loseIf you try to obtain everything, you risk losing everything.-RoJIAll cats are grey in the dark.People are undistinguished until they have made a name for  themselves.-RVIGoAgree, for the law is costly.A compromise is better than an expensive lawsuit.-RHwAfter dinner rest a while, after supper walk a while.Dinner is called 'lunch' nowadays, and supper has become 'dinner'.-REG9[Advisors run no risks.It's easier to give advice than to act.-R ?Cs?Zo%HZ}xF]Advice is least heeded when most needed.When a problem is serious, people often do not follow the advice given.-R@E+_Advice is cheapIt doesn't cost anything to offer advice.-RsDSAdversity makes strange bedfellows.People of all origins who share the same misfortune are drawn together.-RvCK)Actions speak louder than wordsWhat a person actually does is more important than what they say they will do.-RTB7{Accidents will happenSome unfortunate events must be accepted as inevitable.-RmASAbsence makes the heart grow fonderWhen you are away from someone you love, you love them even more.-Rb@GA young idler, an old beggar.If you don't work, you won't have any money when you're old.-R ?EUA wonder lasts but nine daysThe effects of an amazing or stirring event last only nine days; after that, life goes on as before.-RX>MmA wise head keeps a still tongueAn intelligent person knows when to stay silent.-R 0/b)0GVn/o=A%A watched pot never boils.If you wait anxiously for something to happen, it seems to take a long time.-R<MAA tidy house holds a bored womanIf a house is always tidy, the owner (woman) has nothing but housework to occupy her time.-Rc;S}A swallow does not make the summer.One good event does not mean that everything is alright.-Rk:GA stumble may prevent a fall.Correcting a small mistake may help you to avoid making a bigger one.-Rb9OA soft answer turneth away wrath.If your reply is polite and tactful you will avoid anger.-R[8a_A smooth sea never made a skilled mariner.Overcoming adversity leads to competence.-Rl7OA rotten apple spoils the barrel.A dishonest or immoral person can have a bad influence on a group.-RM6KWA rolling stone gathers no mossIf a person keeps moving from place to place, they gain neither friends nor possessions. Another interpretation is that, by moving often, one avoids being tied down!-R :s"9h:Pd#3_s{ W'Kindle not a fire you cannot put out.Do not start something that you cannot control; you may fail or cause damage.-Rc ekKill not the goose that lays the golden egg.Do not destroy the source of your good fortune.-RG CUKill one to warn a hundred.Warn many people by punishing a few.-R^QuJustice delayed is justice denied.If the law is applied too late, there is no justice.-RmSIt takes all sorts to make a world.People vary in character and abilities, and this is a good thing.-RxS%It's no use crying over spilt milk.Don't express regret for something that has happened and cannot be remedied.-RkWIt is always darkest before the dawn.The most difficult time is just before the problem is solved.-RNEaIt never rains but it pours.Misfortune usually comes in large numbers.-R q)In the land of the blind the one-eyed man is king.A man of even limited ability has an advantage over a person who is less able.-R PP Iu)X~IWesg._He who fa._He who fails to prepare, prepares to failr=He who hesitates is losts?He who hesitates is lost.h%MHe who is everywhere is nowhere.i(SHe who know nothing doubts nothing.j=}He who knows does not speak. He who speaks does not knowt+YHe who likes borrowing dislikes payingu6oHe who lives too fast, goes to his grave too soonv)UHe who pays the piper calls the tune*WHe who pays the piper calls the tune.k'QHe who plays with fire gets burnt.l._He who serves two masters must lie to onex%MHe who sleeps forgets his hungerw7qHe who stands for nothing will fall for everythingy8sHe who sups with the devil has need of a long spoonz._He who will steal an egg will steal an ox{*WHe who wills the end wills the means.m Head forE Head offF Head offG Head offH Head outI Head upJ!EHealth is better than wealth|"GHealth is better than wealth.o!Hear aboutKHear fromL w~6IXjz ';Ha.EYqPrey onExplo!as one man!as soon as LV5ImA rising tide lifts all boats.Refers to something that will be helpful to all.-R4-A problem shared is a problem halved. (Also : A worry shared is a worry halved.)It is easier to deal with a problem when you discuss it with someone.-RV3QeA picture paints a thousand words.A picture is better than a long description.-R2qEA nod is as good as a wink (to a blind horse/man).A hint or a subtle signal is enough to convey meaning to someone who is ready to understand.-R1yA new broom sweeps clean (but the old brush knows all the corners...)A newly-appointed person often makes changes quickly .-Rm0W A monkey in silk is a monkey no less.No matter how someone dresses, it's the same person underneath.-R/[7A man is known by the company he keeps.A person's character is judged by the type of people with whom they spend their time.-R |i:P||AXdu"4Vh|&:Mient.Boxers try to PSY)back to=%?EA lender nor borrower be.Do not lend or borrow money.-R  -R#S7A hungry wolf is fixed to no place.A desperate person will go from place to place when they need to satisfy their needs.-R"CKA hungry belly has no ears.A hungry person is totally concentrated on their need for food and nothing else interests them.-R`![oA hedge between keeps friendship green.It is important to respect the privacy of others.-Rc WyA heavy purse gives to a light heart.When you have money you feel more cheerful and secure.-RRaMA happy heart is better than a full purse.Happiness is better than wealth.-RqeA handful of patience is worth more than a bushel of brains.Patience is more precious than intelligence.-RWWA guilty conscience needs no accuser.If you know that you have done something wrong, you don't need anyone to tell you that you're guilty.-R bL"b)C]r7Xgw6HXj~ especially X]]A growing youth has a wolf in his belly.Young boys eat a lot / are often hungry.-Rb[sA good name is better than a good face.A good reputation is better than a good appearance.-RaMA good mind possesses a kingdom.Intellectual assets are more valuable than material ones.-R]QsA good example is the best sermon.Giving a good example is better than giving advice.-RcS}A good conscience is a soft pillow.You sleep well when you have nothing to be guilty about.-R}Q1A good beginning makes a good end.If a task is carefully planned, there's a better chance that it will be well done.-RNMYA friend's eye is a good mirror.A real friend will tell you the truth.-RqUA friend to all is a friend to none.Someone who is a friend to everyone makes none of them feel special.-RlU A friend in need is a friend indeed.Someone who helps you when you are in trouble is a real friend.-R vF~=KhQA fool at forty is a fool forever.If a person hasn't matured by the age of 40, they never will.-RgioA fool and his money are (soon) easily parted.A foolish person usually spends money carelessly.-R }A fly will not get into a closed mouth. A closed mouth catches no flies.If you learn when to keep silent you will avoid trouble.-RkKA flower blooms more than once.If you miss an occasion, you can avail yourself of it another time.-RWUcA fault confessed is half redressed.Confession is the beginning of forgiveness.-R-yA dry March, a wet April and a cool May fill barn and cellar and bring much hay.Harvest predictions are made according to the weather.-R [_A drop of ink may make a million think.A thought expressed in writing (perhaps published in a newspaper) can influence a large number of people.-R i+A day of sorrow is longer than a month of joy.Times goes by very quickly when you are happy and very slowly when you are sad.-R $ Q5A danger foreseen is half avoided.If you are prepared to face a problem or difficulty, it will be easier to deal with.-Ru Q!A constant guest is never welcome.If you come to visit too often, your host will be less pleased to see you.-Rj IA change is as good as a rest.A change in routine is often as refreshing as a break or a holiday.-RpgA chain is no stronger than its weakest link.The strength of a group depends on each individual member.-R479A cat has nine lives.1) Cats can survive many accidents because they land on their feet without injury. 2) Nine lives = 3 years to play, 3 years to stray, 3 years to stay.-RvaA calm sea does not make a skilled sailor.A person shows their competence or ability when difficulties arise.-RgI A burnt child dreads the fire.A bad experience will make people stay away from certain things.-Ro_A burden of one's own choice is not felt.Something difficult seems easier when it is done voluntarily.-R 6Ez!6EZq-?X/A broken friendship may be soldered but will never be sound.Friendships can be rebuilt after a dispute but will never be as strong as before.-RMG]A book holds a house of gold.There is a wealth of knowledge in books.-R\UmA black plum is as sweet as a white.People should not be judged by their appearance.-RYSA bird in hand is worth two in a bush.It is better to keep what you have rather than to risk losing it by searching for something better.-RaCA barking dog seldom bites.Someone who constantly makes threats rarely carries them out.-Rm~KA bad workman blames his tools.Blaming the tools for bad workmanship is an excuse for lack of skill.-RX}YaA bad tree does not yield good apples.A bad parent does not raise good children.-R]|EA bad penny always turns up.An unwanted or disreputable person constantly comes back.-RX{OkA bad excuse is better than none.Always give an excuse, even if it's a poor one.-R 7@N\l 2>JYgu )7ER_o~pFY He Hear ofN Hear ofO Hear outP#Heartbroken 2%Heartwarming 3 Heat upQ Help outRHide awaySHide awayT Hide outU#IHide your light under a bushel Hinge onV Hinge onW!Hinge uponX9History repeats itself}#IHistory tends to repeat itself Hit backY Hit forZ!Hit it off[+Hit it off with\ Hit on] Hit on^ Hit on_!Hit out at`%Hit pay dirt Hit upa Hit upbHit up onc Hit upond Hit upone Hit withf Hive offg/Hobson’s choice %Hold againsthHold backiHold backjHold backk)Hold back fromlHold downmHold downn!Hold fortho Hold offp Hold offq Hold onr Hold ons!Hold on totHold ontouHold ontov Hold outw Hold outx-Hold out againsty%Hold out forz#Hold out on{Hold over|Hold over} (rLx^z-Gayou got me thereI can't answer your question.I don't kow what to say. You got me there!IPy?uyou can't please everyonemaking everyone happy is impossible no matter what you do.When the boss chose Mary as the chief executive of the project, everybody complained. But you can't please everyone!I(x7Oayou can bet your lifeThis idiom is used to mean that you are absolutely certain that something is true or will happen.You can bet your life they'll get married.IwwA%yoke around someone's necka burden.They decided to buy the car on credit. This became a yoke around their neck.I2v/%%yellow journalismJournalism which is sensationalistic and of questionable accuracy and taste.This paper is practising yellow journalism with its reports on sex scandals.IauAX-ratednot suitable for children.Children ae not allowed to watch this film. It's X-rated.Iqt/EX marks the spot.said to show the exact spot.Would you mind moving that armchair here - X marks the spot.I ;'<;4Qr8Pb6sO[Ywho pays the piper calls the tuneone who pays for something controls it.If he pays for everything, he will have power over us all. You know, who pays the piper calls the tuneIr/qwhiter than whitesaid about someone who is totally fair and honest.That little boy is whiter than white. He never does anything wrong.I1q-]owhite as a sheet(also as white as a sheet) said about someone whose face is very pale because of illness, shock or fear.Joe looks as white as sheet. He must be very ill.Igp'Gwwhen pigs flyIf you say when pigs fly you mean that something will never happen. This phrase is used presumably due to the unlikelihood that pigs will ever evolve wings.Sure she'll help us clean the house — when pigs fly.IUo;-Wwhen it rains, it pours(Also, it never rains but it pours) said when bad things occur in large numbers.First, he had a terrible accident. Then, his wife had a heart attack. Really when it rains, it pours.I %o% -Oun']what beats mesaid when you do not understand a situation or someone's behaviour.What beats me is how he passed the exam.Ihm%Mwweep buckets(also cry buckets) to cry a lot.She cried buckets, because that was such a sad event.Idl+ )weekend warriorA person who indulges in a sport or pastime on an infrequent basis, usually on weekends when work commitments are not present.The most common foot related injury I see for the weekend warrior is heel painIpk1; weather permittingIf the weather is fine.Weather permitting, we will be able to go on a picnic tomorrow.I jIOwear your heart on your sleeveto display one's feelings openly.Alan always has his heart on his sleeve. Everybody knows how he feels.I|i)ykwear the pants(also wear the trousers)especially of a woman - to exercise authority or to be the person in charge in a relationship.He may seem authoritative, but the truth is that it's his wife who really wears the pants in that relationship.I *xY@Uo(<Zm&?n by rain (3by the grace of God)by the name of)by the numbers/by the same tokenAby the skin of one's teeth ,?by the skin of your teetheh%?wax and waneto increase and decrease.His love for politics has waxed and waned over the years.Img-g_watch this spacean indication that a development will follow.He has ambitious plans. Watch this space!I+f+%watch the clockTo keep noticing the clock because you are eager to stop what you are doing.If you are someone who watches the clock, then this job is not for you.I.e/Kywatch one's mouthto be careful about what one says, especially with regard to disrespectful or profane language.Watch your mouth when you speak to him. He's the boss.IRd% waste breathTo speak in a manner which is needless or futile; in discussion or argument to make points which are not appreciated or heeded.Please don't waste your breath asking me ridiculous questions.I // (@Uj c%_'war of wordsAn argument between two people or groups.The war of words between the two tcountries hasn't ceased to for a long time.I,b'5war of nerves(Also battle of nerves.) War of nerves refers to a conflict using psychological techniques rather than direct violence in order to weaken the enemy."In the future, war will not merely be one of men and machines, it will be a war of wills and a war of nerves." Sir John Anderson.Ia%{Walter MittyA person, generally quite ordinary with unexceptional qualities, who is prone to fantastic daydreaming of personal triumphs. This term comes from James Thurber's short story, The Secret Life of Walter Mitty (1939), describing a meek, mild man with a vivid fantasy life. 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See more aboutIf you are a Walter Mitty with Everest dreams, you need to bear in mind that when things go wrong up there, you may lose your life.I <*DTgx!3GVft)=K`re:%'R-chance one's arm{Achange horses in midstream+change of heart~1change the face of}/chapter and verse9charity begins at home %charmed life)chase rainbows5chase you (own) tail!cheap shot'cheek by jowl#cheesed off#cherry pick%chew the fat%chicken feed+chicken hearted (Schicken out            +chicken-h2`'))walk the talkTo do what one said one could do, or would do, not just making empty promises.If we advise people to take care of the environment, we have to walk the talk.I _% ywalk on eggs(also walk on thin ice and walk on eggshells) be very carefully.I was walking on eggs when I told her about the truth.I@^Mm]wake up on the wrong side of bedTo feel grumpy, irritable; to be easily annoyed.She must have woken up on the wrong side of the bed this morning. She didn't stop shouting all day long.I Vq) V(@Xhy  9G_o#8Heu0]Gw9wait on someone hand and footto serve someone well, satisfying all personal needs.She can't take care of herself. She always needs someone to wait on her hand and foot.Ii\K'uwait for the other shoe to dropTo await a seemingly inevitable event, especially one which is not desirable.He was waiting for the other shoe to drop once some of his companions had been captured by the official authorities,I#[?]Await for the ball to dropTo wait in expectation of an occurrence.When the scandal was publicly revealed, he waited for the ball to drop as he was involved.IZ%W)wait and seeto wait to see what will occur after.The new manager hasn't announced his new plan yet. We'll have to wait and see.IEY)]wag one's chinto talk.Stop wagging your chin and do something.I X-mvirgin territorya territory that hasn't been touched orexplored.There is no sign of humans in that island. It's a virgin territory.I "I*AUp /DQk~4Obxe.'come in handy+come into bloomAWEy[variety is the spice of lifefrequent changes in one's life makes life interesting.They frequently change the furniture of the house because they think that variety is the spice of life.IgV3' vanish into the airto disappear.The money just vanished into the air. I can't find it anywhere.IlU'Yqvale of tearsthe world considered as sad and harsh.His grandfather left this vale of tears yesterday.I^T!Cqup-to-datecurrent; recent; the latestHe uses an up-to-date theory to expalin his views.IdS-+up to the minutethe most modernThe internet is an excellent source of up to the minute news.IRG guntil one is blue in the face(talk/say something/shout until one is blue in the face) pointless efforts while trying to convince someone or change his mind.His parents tell him to do his homework until they are blue in the face. In fact, he never does his homework.I ?5ic? ,CV0EWn Q;k/until hell freezes overIf someone say that someone can do something until hell freezes over, they mean that one will never in their life get the results that they want. 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Hook into Hook up!Hook up to#Hoon around(SHope for the best, expect the worst%Hope is life(SHope is the last thing that we lose5Hope springs eternal%Horse aroundHose downHose down Hot air 7Hot under the collar. tHound out%Hover around1eHowever long the night, the dawn will break.t+Hung parliament ;Hunger is a good sauce.u=Hunger is the best spice#Hunker downHunt down Hunt out Hunt up Hush up"GI can't put a name to someonel;I wasn't born yesterday+I'll eat my hatm IWI-?Okz)ETdzL1}under one’s thumbcompletely controlled by someone; at someone’s command.She has her husband under her thumb. He would do anything for her.IrK-Iunder one's nose1. directly in front of one; clearly visible 2. obvious or apparent. 3. in someone's presence.1. I searched for my glasses for twenty minutes, and finally found them right under my nose. 2. If we had paid more attention, we would have found that the answer was under our noses the whole time. 3. They were stealing his money just under his nose.IJ1s{under constructionsaid about something which is being built or fixed.The house has been under construction since last month.II3o/turn back the clock(also wind back the clock or roll back the clock) figuratively to return in time to an earlier period of history.When their relationship had started deteriorating, he told her that they should turn back the clock and just go back to when things were simpler.I &5L[q0Gr(=K_pg1SRoot outLook for and+day in, day out Cday late and a dollar short!-day of reckoning -dWH=ktrip the light fantasticTo dance.We were tripping the light fantastic all night.IG1[trick of the tradea clever skill related to a profession.He is so skillful. He learned te trick of the trade from his father.ImF#[utraffic jama lot of vehicles causing slow traffic.We got stuck in a traffic jam for more than an hour.IwE!Mtough loveA way of helping someone with compassionate use of stringent disciplinary measures. The aim is to attempt to improve their behavior.The only way help him get rid of his drug-addiction is to adhere to the principle of tough love.IlD3eYtoot one's own horn(also blow one's own horn) to boast; to bragShe really likes to toot her own horn.I{C9Wto wash one's hands ofto absolve oneself of responsibility or future blame for.I wash my hands of this whole affair.I (U(9Lc~^B#!to this dayuntil now.He disappeared and to this day nobody knows what happened to him.IA#o'to the lastuntil the completion of something or until death.1. Don't worry I'll support to the last. 2. She was a great lady to the last.Ie@#Oqto the hiltcompletely, fully, to one's limitJohn has borrowed money from the bank to the hilt.Ib?5cEto sell wolf ticketsto make empty threats or promises; to bluffYou're selling wolf tickets.I8>3w]to pull the trigger1. To fire a gun. 2. To commit to a course of action.Some traders are too afraid to pull the trigger and just watch the market without ever getting involved.I*==%to cost an arm and a leg(also cost a bomb,the earth,a packeta, a small fortune) extremely expensive.I'd love to buy a Rolls-Royce, but it costs an arm and a leg.I'<'Qmtime is moneya proverb which means that one should not waste time, because one could be using it to earn money.I have to wake up and go to work - time is moneyI rr#Pb(EZq6Rgwfx)__Rub u$;E7athere is honor among thievesWhen you say there is honor among thieves, this means that even among criminals there is honor and that they do not commit crimes against each other.The gangsters had a strong respect for their old boss which demonstrate that there is honor among thieves.Iu:#Ethem and usused when describing disagreements or differences especially between different social groupsThere is a them and us situation in the company after the disagreement between the boss and his workers about the working conditions.Ii9Ywthe straw that broke the camel’s backA small and seemingly insignificant addition to a burden that renders it too much to bear; the small thing which causes failure, or causes inability or unwillingness to endure any more of somethingWhen the boss saw him coming late to work. That was the straw that broke the camel’s back. He fired her immediately.I zz!3CSj'5CWv'F^re from people cha/dumb as a87 Ythe spirit of the lawWhen one obeys the spirit of the law but not the letter, one is doing what the authors of the law intended, though not necessarily adhering to the literal wording. (See also ) In one of the best known examples, The Merchant of Venice, Shakespeare introduces the quibble as a plot device to save both the spirit and the letter of the law. The moneylender Shylock has made an agreement with Antonio that if he cannot repay a loan he will have a pound of flesh from him. When the debt is not repaid in time Portia at first pleads for mercy in a famous speech: When Shylock refuses, she finally saves Antonio by pointing out that Shylock's agreement with him mentioned no blood, and therefore Shylock can have his pound of flesh only if he sheds no blood. Source:A judge who adheres to the spirit of the law is concerned with the intent and purpose of the lawmaker.I g[%@Rm@Rkz.Ehsert.He RAN a graph Aerr on the side of caution7even a worm will turn even keel even out1#e7/=Wthe mother of allan extreme example which is the biggest, most impressive, or most important of its kind.Failure is the mother of all success.IQ6/1[the minute (that)at the moment whenThe minute he saw her, he fell in love.IL5;E-the long arm of the lawThis idiomatic expression refers to the far-reaching power of the authorities or the police.Don't try to escape! The long arm of the law will catch you wherever you may go.Id47!the letter of the lawThis idiom is used when one is obeying the literal interpretation of the law, but not the intent or the spirit of those who wrote the law.Judges mustn't follow the letter of the law, but its spirit.I3+u!the jury is outan outcome or decision is still unknown and awaited.The jury is out as to whether there is life anywhere else in the universe.I )(-) #2H]n2-Qwthe home stretchThe last part of a difficult work.We are in the home stretch after a year of hard work.I1/Q5the home straightThe last part of a difficult work.It was just suc a difficult project to work on, but we are on the home the straight.Iw0G_]the customer is always right.In order to make profit, it is necessary for a business to satisfy customers' wishes and make them happy.Look at that waiter! He always argues with customers. He doesn't know that the customer is always right.Ip/C1the chill wind of somethingproblems, trouble.World economies are facing the chill wind of the recession.Ia.G%kthe boot is on the other foot(also the shoe is on the other foot) said about a change of positions when someone whon was in a weaker situation is now in strong position.Don't expect him to make any more changes in the manageement of the company, especially after his appointment as the new manager of the project. The boot is on the other foot.I 66i>n&NyO2gIf at first you don't succeed, try, try againKIf in February there be no rain, 'tis neither good for hay nor grain.{'QIf it's not one thing it's anotherAIf the blind lead the blind, both shall fall into the ditch?If the shoe fits, wear it/aIf two ride a horse, one must ride behind.~._If wishes were horses, beggars would ride4kIf wishes were horses, then beggars would ride.S'If you are patient in one moment of anger, you will avoid 100 days of sorrow.|'QIf you buy cheaply, you pay dearly*WIf you buy quality, you only cry once&OIf you can't lick them, join them7qIf you can't take the heat, get out of the kitchen=}If you chase two rabbits, you will not catch either one.}8sIf you don't buy a ticket, you can't win the raffleGIf you don't have anything nice to say, don't say anything at all@If you keep your mouth shut, you won't put your foot in it(If you want a friend, be a friend. E 4Sbs )>Xi~2Of~v)WR)feed the kitty )feeding frenzy feel )-Ithe ball is in someone's courtWhen the ball is in someone's court they have to take action.The ball is in your court now. You should decide what you want to do.I.,5 /that makes two of usWhen you use the phrase you mean that the same is true for you."that makes two of us" Jane: I just bought a new car. Anna: That makes two of us!I+7ethat beats everything(or that beats all) expressions of surprise.You mean he came very late again last night? Well, that beats everything!IL*!%ktender ageA young age.It's easier to learn languages at a tender age.I%)1-tear your hair outsaid when you are feeling a lot of anxiety over a problem.He's been tearing his hair out over his deteriorated relationship with his wife.Ix(9/talk through one's hatto talk nonesenseHe was talking through his hat. I couldn't understand what he was saying.I q&kq "7Ofx 4Ad{#AQe~ity that is diffi%fi')take the fifthTo decline to answer, especially on grounds that it might be incriminating. The origin of the phrase dates back to the Fifth Amendment in the Bill of Rights, which says that a person can'tIf you ask me who stole the wallet, I will simply take the fifth.I&M+;take the bit between one's teethto take charge.The company needed a new manager for the project. So he took the bit between his teeth.IL%3-Qtake someone's lifeTo kill someone.The floods took hundreds of lives.I7$GmQtake one's hat off to someonesaid when you admire someone for an achievement.If she manages to deal with three small children and a full-time job, I'll take my hat off to her.I#3Ytake it or leave itsaid about an offer when you either accept it or reject it completely.This is my offer; take it or leave it.IL"1%[take it on the lamto run away.The criminal had to take it on the lam.I ` j!-!take forty winksThe idiom means to take a nap for a short period of time.take forty winks I'll just take forty winks before getting ready for work.I+ GcCsweep something under the rugTo hide something because it's embarassing.Because many famous people were involved in the affair, everything was swept under the rug.I2Msweep something under the carpet(also sweep something under the rug.) to hide or ignore something.You've made a terrible mistake. Don't try to sweep it under the carpet!I\#1}sweat bloodto work very hard.She sweats blood every day just to bring home the bacon.I])'strike a chordIf something strikes a chord with you, it reminds you of something, it seems familiar to you or you are interested in it.That woman struck a chord with me. It seems to me that I had seen her before.I)-ystop the musicstop everything.A: (Entering a room full of people doing various things) Stop the music! B: What? A: I have an important announcement!I _,c_*@Zv 9Pi|/G\}roundLoo)gAU step into somebody's shoesto take over someone's place or job.Who do you think will step into Leila's shoes when she leaves?Iy)Gspring chickenTo be old; not young anymore.She is not a spring chicken. She wouldn't like to go partying with us.I)wskin and bonesto be underweight and look bad, to be extremely thin.Because of her illness she was nothing but skin and bones.I<E-signed, sealed and delivered(Also sealed and delivered) This expression refers to a document or an agreement which has been officially signed and completed satisfactorily.John: "Hey, have you finalized the purchase of the estate yet?" Leila: "Yes, I got all the documents... signed, sealed, and delivered!"IP1shoulder to cry onsaid about a person someone to whom you can tell your problems to and then ask for sympathy, emotional support and advice.Lacy needs a shoulder to cry on. Her father died yesterday.I UE U7Y{ !6Hf %BYuG-G/shotgun marriage(also shotgun wedding) when the bridegroom is forced to marry the bride he made her pregnant.It was a shotgun marriage. Nancy was three months pregnant when she married John.I +'_shoot the worksto spend all the money you have or to try as much as you can to do something.We shot the works on our son's education.Ik#geshift gearsTo change what you are doing in a sudden way.I'd like to shift gears and start a new job.I!-Geshe'll be appleseverything will be all right.'What about our trip to the mountain. They say it will snow all night long' 'Don't worry. She'll be apples.'I~#Ushake a legused to tell someone to rouse themselves from sleep and get out of bed.Shake a leg or we'll miss the party!I7=/set the wheels in motionto initiate a chain of events necessary to help one achieve a goal (more quickly)His contribution to the project will surely set the wheels in motion.I @*APm-Hk/Re|r'get/take flakJ)Uget  your priorities right/straight3+gift of the gabb5QSset the ball rolling(also start or get the ball rolling) start something, especially a conversation or a social event.There was a quiet atmosphere in the party so I decided to set the ball rolling and got up to dance.I EG!set a thief to catch a thiefThe best person to catch a thief is another thief, because he or she knows how thieves think.The government set a thief to catch a thief. They hired a hacker to entrap other hackers who tried to break into the Pentagon's databases.I!! +serve timeSaying that someone is serving time means that he is in prison.After the gangster had served his time in jail, he got married and found a job.I< OuKseparate the wheat from the chaffto separate things of value from things of no value.We got a lot of applicants for the job. But we are trying to separate the wheat from the chaff.I vDMv#5EVj DZq~ 3B[i-gnomes of ZurichЁ Ossend shivers down someone's spineto terrify; to make someone feel extremely nervous.Hearing that the killer escaped prison sent shivers down my spine.I Gssend shivers down one's spineTo terrify; to make someone feel extremely nervous.Hearing that her rapers escaped prison sent shivers down her spine.I 3see someone's pointTo understand the meaning that someone is trying to convey.Yes, I see your point and I think you are absolutley right.Is 73see a man about a dogused as an excuse for leaving without giving the real reason (especially if the reason is to go to the toilet, or to have a drink)Please, wait for me here. I won't be long. I'm just going to see a man about a dog.I`#Ogscaredy catsomeone who is easily frightened.Come on, scaredy cat. The dog won't bite you!IV)?]say your pieceTell what you have to sayStop annoying us. Say your piece and go.I ==qDW|#Do1Up3iIf you want a thing done right, do it yourself8sIf you were born to be shot, you'll never be hanged&OIf you're in a hole, stop digging3Ignorance is bliss.(SIgnorance of the law excuses no man0cImitation is the sincerest form of flattery'In a nutsheelq$KIn for a penny, in for a pound.;In the blink of an eye. 7qIn the land of the blind the one-eyed man is king.2gIn times of prosperity friends are plentiful.y Iron out#Issue forth CIt has someone's name on it*WIt is always darkest before the dawn.&OIt is best to be on the safe side'QIt is useless to flog a dead horse!EIt never rains but it pours.'QIt takes all sorts to make a world(SIt takes all sorts to make a world.#IIt takes two to make a quarrel7It takes two to tango CIt's a blessing in disguise+It's about time0cIt's an ill wind that blows nobody any goodj(SIt's better to give than to receive / ^/!L`tf/say uncleto admit failure.I'll show them how I can be a superstar. I'm not going to say uncle.Ii9[Wsail through somethingTo pass or progress quickly and easily.He sailed right through his homework.Ih73{sail against the windto work to achieve something that is difficult because most people would oppose it.The journalist is sailing against the wind in his attempt to change people's negative attitude towards that politician.Ik)Qusafe and soundsafe and without injury or damage.The kids returned from the excursion safe and sound.I'!)sacred cowanything someone believes in without ever being able to question or criticize.He didn't like to discuss the sacred cow of his new religious beliefs.I1krun for one's lifeTo run for your life means to run away to save one's life.A lion escaped from the zoo. Run for your life.Im3Kuroof something overto build a roof over something.After the earthquake they had to roof the shed over.I J-@J DYiz-CTgy+rAmKRome wasn't built in a daysaid to emphasize that great work takes time to do. Nothing of importance can be done in a short period of time.Don't expect immediate outstanding earnings fom your new buisiness. Rome wasn't built in a day.IS~%'sripe old ageVery old age.After living to a ripe old age, she died yesterday.IS}35Wright on the buttonto be exactly right.Her remarks were right on the button.I|']5right down toconsidering even minor things or people.We are all concerned with obeying the law, from the minister down to the common man.I({1) reinvent the wheelto waste one's time doing something that has already been done satisfactorily.Just use our guide book to and don't try to reinvent the wheel.IOz)[/red-letter daya particularly significant day (personal or sectarian), usually very positive, sometimes very negative.Monday was a red letter day for her. She accomplished a lot and had fun doing it.I xk4sx &6Pn#Baz*K`rbackCost.The car repa'hard and famyK red inka euphemism for financial loss.There is too much red ink in the company's financial statement.Ix!!cred handedbe discovered in or just after the act of doing something wrong or illegalShe was caught red-handed, stealing a ring.I=wUred flagA sign or signal that something is wrong cue, it is a warning, or alert.She considered that playing with her feelings was a red flag. She wouldn't tolerate anyone to do so.Iv'3Krain or shine(also come rain or shine) whatever happens; no matter whether it is rainy or sunny.I'll be on time, rain or shine.I(u-3rack one's brain(also rack one's brains) to think very hard about something.I've racked my brain all day long, but I still can't remember where I put the keys.It#yrabbit hole(From Alice in Wonderland) A way into a bizarre world.School's starting up again, time to "Go Down the Rabbit Hole" once more.I Y W5Y5Zy/F[x5Ibw6sss'Oquote a pricestate in advance the price for...The mason quoted a price of 500$ to fix the roof of my house.Icr[equick oneto have a drink before going somewhere.Let's have a quick one before we go to work.Iq-question of time(also a matter of time) said about something that will surely happen.The criminal will be arrested. It's just a question of time.Ip5W quake in one's bootsTo be frightened, scared, or nervous.The thought of climbing that high had him quaking in his boots.I0oK#put yourself in someone's shoesto see how it feels when you put yourself in smoeone's place.What could I have done to solve the problem? Just put yourself in my shoes.IqnG1put words in somebody's mouthTo attribute to somebody something he or she did not say; to claim inaccurately that somebody said or intended something.I hope I'm not putting words in your mouth. Did you just tell me to go home early?I J7QJJ4Oa BSq .k3A man is judged by his deeds, not by his words.A person is judged on what he/she actually does, not on what they say they will do.-Rn-aA man is as old as he feels himself to be.Your age doesn't matter as long as you are fit and healthy.-R],;A man can die but once.If death comes now, you will not have to experience it later.-RM+MWA loveless life is living death.Without affection, life is difficult.-RT*IiA loaded wagon makes no noise.Really wealthy people do not talk about money.-Rg)_yA little of what you fancy does you good.It's ok to give into a little temptation occasionally.-Ry(W#A little fire is quickly trodden out.If you deal with a minor problem quickly, it will not become a major issue.-RM'3qA lie begets a lie.Telling one lie will lead you to tell another one.-Rv&Q#A leopard cannot change its spots.It is impossible for a bad or unpleasant person to become good or pleasant.-R F`#B^t+?Yev;UgynCShack9hell-bent on somethingz+help a lame dog{!Ehelp a lame dog1mAput the pedal to the metalTo press the gas pedal to the maximum extent; to exert maximum effort.You have to put the pedal to the metal if you want to get there on time.I:lGacput the cat among the pigeonsTo create a disturbance and cause trouble.The principal put the cat among the pigeons when he informed the students that the excursion was cancelled.I)kKWGput one's shoulder to the wheelto start hard work; to begin to toil.Just put your shoulder to the wheel. If you keep working hard, you’ll be successful one day!Ixj5gmput one's mind to itTo apply oneself; to exert a directed effort.You can do anything, if you put your mind to it.I6iQMeput money on somebody or somethingto bet money or to believe that someone will accomplish something or that something will happen.He will pass the exam - I'd put money on it.I ,9!,&<Pix^c3pull in one's horns(also draw in one's horn) To become less impassioned, aggressive, or argumentative; to back down from a fight; to yield or capitulate.They stopped making investments. They pulled in their horns.Ib91Ipoverty is not a crime(Also poverty is no sin) This expression is used to mean that it is not a crime to be poor and that we shouldn't condemn people for their poverty.I don't know why the police are chasing those poor people out of town. Poverty is not a crime.Ia)QEplay the fieldto have many sexual relationships.He's not the kind of person to think of getting married. He's quite happy to play the field.I}`cplay ballto cooperate and agree to work with others.The manager asked him to play ball if he wants things to go well.IC_3Iplay away from hometo be unfaithful; to have sex with someone who is not your usual partner.She stuck on her decision to divorce because she discoverd her husband playing away from home.I (YYz(?Par $5FTdv &>f| CIt's never too late to mendp CIt's no skin off my nose.  U*WIt's no use crying over spilt milk  q(SIt's no use crying over spilt milk.-It's not cricket /"GIt's raining cats and dogs!  /It's your funeral #Itchy feet. #Jabber away#Jack around Jack in*WJack of all trades and master of nones Jack up Jack up Jam on8sJam tomorrow and jam yesterday, but never jam today Jaw away Jazz up#Jerk around#Jerk around Jerk off!Joe Bloggs%John Hancock#Joke around Jot down!EJudge not, lest ye be judged Juice up Jump at+YJump from the frying pan into the fire Jump in Jump off Jump on1Just in time (JIT) L'QJustice delayed is justice denied.-Justice is blindKeel overKeel overKeel over(SKeep an eye on something / someone. -]Keep an eye out for something / someone. vtv(EVjx5Ebu!9Ng~I;if the cap fits wea^#gplay a joke(also play trick) to deceive someone for fun.On April fool's day some people play practical jokes on their friends.Iz]KyEpicture paints a thousand words(also a picture is worth a thousand words) a picture will be far more descriptive of something than words can ever be.Just show him the photos and he will understand. You know a picture paints a thousand words.Is\=E}picture of (good) healthin a very healthy condition.The doctor told him that he is a picture of good health.Io[/Yopick of the bunch(also the best of the bunch) the best.The dress she's wearing is the pick of the bunch.I'Z+{?pay lip servicean insincere loyalty, respect, or support for somethingHe says he supports the idea of voluntary work, but in fact he's just paying lip service.IlY!]spay dearlyto suffer because of a particlar action.If you don't work hard, you will pay dearly for it.I }4>} 5EUkz):Od+=[mstop someone bein#in raptures=X3'5pass the hat around(also pass the hat round) to collect money by asking people or organizations.They passed the hat round as they needed money to rebuild the poor neighbors' house.IrW'Opack a wallop(also pack a punch) to provide energy, power, or excitement.This drink really packs a wallop.I=V?9one-offOccurring once; one-time.It is a one-off event.I=U91%once bitten, twice shyIf someone is said to be once bitten, twice shy, it means that once someone was hurt by something or someone, they will be afraid to try it again.Since Leila broke up with her boyfriend, she has become very cautious about starting any new relationship. Once bitten, twice shy, you know!IHT# {on the takeThis idiom is used to describe a person who is in a position of authority and takes or seeks to take bribes or illegal income.This is a country where many officials are on the take.I Ph:Om/J[m$AQihem certain parts.The gu)in the wake of|%in the works #in the zone}3in this day and age~;in trouble with the law&OS%I1on the tablebeing discussed or considered.Everybody agreed to leave the plan to build a new school in our town on the table.I R9gon the same wavelengththinking in the same pattern or in agreement.They've done a good job because they were on the same wavelength.IUQ!SOon the runFleeing or running from the police.The murderer is still on the run.I3P? 3on the horns of a dilemmaTo face a choice between two equally undesirable alternatives.I found myself on the horns of dilemma and I didn't know which direction to choose.IO/+yon the face of iton the surface.On the face of it, she seems innocent. But when the police investigated her case, they discovered that she was guilty.ITN#7gon in yearsOld; advanced in age.My wife is dead and I am getting on in years.I ;V0b;)<Tp !:TnM'koff the shelfready made for purchase; in a form that is ready to be used.It is often cheaper to buy off the shelf goods.IL5a?off the beaten trackTo a place or places not commonly visited.His trip was altogether off the beaten track which had never been traversed any European.IZKW]of ageOld enough to be considered an adult.He's of age now, he can buy his own car.InJ-Usof a certain ageSaid about people who are not young.This shop sells clothes for women of a certain age.IPIw!odd duckAn unusual person, especially an individual with an idiosyncratic personality or peculiar behavioral characteristics.This boy is an odd duck in many ways. Unlike his peers, he has no hobbies.IOHESoceans ofA large amount of something.Oceans of guests were at the party.I&GEi5nurse someone back to healthto look after a sick person until he recovers.He is fortunate to have such a caring wife.She was glad to nurse him back to health.I 6nMF%S[now or neversaid when you have to do something right now because you may not get another chance to do it later.This is your chance. It's now or never!IE5]#nothing to sneeze atnot bad; decent; acceptable; worthwhile.Their music may not be worthy of radio time, but it's nothing to sneeze at.ID-a%not miss a tricksaid about someone who is extremely alert.He was attentive to what the teacher was explaining. He didn't miss a trick.I C)1Snot hold watersaid when an explanation, a reason or an argument is not sound, strong or logical.Her reasons just didn't hold water.IDBU#%not have a snowball's chance in hell(also not have a cat in hell's chance) not to be able to achieve something.He hasn't a snowball's chance of getting the money he needs for the project.IFAA)7not have a leg to stand onnot have a sound justification, a firm foundation of facts to prove something.After the police caught him, he didn't have a leg to stand on to prove his innocence.I |e*AWe} 'AUl "6Ncwl write ag?know which way wind blows 1know your own mind+knuckle down to/kowtow toG@K-+not have a cat in hell's chance(also not have a snowball's chance in hell) not to be able to achieve something.He hasn't a cat in hell's chance of getting the money he needs for the project.Iy?%A#not half badPretty good; okay; decent.It was my first attempt at cooking, but I tried it and it was not half bad.I^>-#not for a minutenot at all.I don't want you to fail in your project. Not for a minute.I=Ignot enough room to swing a catnot very much space. Said abut a small place.Their house was very small. There wasn't enough room to swing a cat.Iy<)Cnot come cheapsaid about something that is of good quality and is therefore expensive.Fast cars don't come cheap.I;9[no use to man or beastsaid about something or someone that is completely useless.That old car is no use to man or beast.I 0nn{ '4AN^p/Vdp#0=JXft just Keep atKeep awayKeep backKeep downKeep from Keep in+YKeep no more cats than will catch mice Keep off Keep off Keep on Keep out Keep to Keep up Keep up!Keep up at%Keep up with%Keep up with1Keep your chin up. 9Keep your eyes peeled. "GKeep your feet on the ground. AKeep your fingers crossed. 5mKeep your friends close, and your enemies closer&OKeep your nose to the grindstone. T Key down Key inKey in on Key on Key to Key up!Kick about#Kick around-Kick around withKick backKick backKick backKick down Kick in Kick in Kick in Kick in Kick off Kick off Kick off Kick off Kick out Kick up0cKill not the goose that laid the golden egg1eKill not the goose that lays the golden egg. |p|!:Vx#;Wm !Afygn outClose8sleft hand doesn't know what tp:!sano commentan "official" refusal to relay any further information, as a response to a newspaper reporter's question.The district attorney said, "No comment," when the reporter asked if he knew the identity of the criminal.I*9%qUnine to fivesaid about a job with normal daytime hours, a job that begins at nine o'clock in the morning and finishes at five.She's tired of working nine to five.Ib8))nervous NellieA nervous Nellie refers to someone whose personality and usual behavior are characterized by worry, insecurity, and timidity.He is a nervous Nellie; He can't make a decision without the approval of wife.Ix7UKenecessity is the mother of inventionThis proverb means that when people really need to do something, they will find a way to do it.When her pen had run out of ink, she used her lipstick to write a short note to her husband who was at work.I m3h@i*:Qn;Zu4X%CSing upS5like a house on fire1like a scalded catg-like cat and dogi)like clockwork3like it or lump it!cAlike ory6%}iname the dayfix the date of an important event, especially marriage.Sarah and John are going to name the day soon.IG5;Qmusic to someone's earsSome good news; a spoken expression or a sound which is pleasing; a welcome remark or information.The kind flattering way he used to talk to her was music to her ears.I-4/Kwmoment in the sunA brief instance in which an otherwise obscure, unremarkable, or humble person draws attention.That band got their moment in the sun during the 70s.I3%gMister RightA perfect, ideal or suitable mate or husband.She waited for years and years, hoping someday to find Mister Right.I2'uminting money(also minting money) Earning a lot of money quickly.Since the arrival of the new manager, the restaurant is minting money.I -Fcz "5Jb}&<WpSeSit forPoselog in/onW/long in the tooth+long row to |1!u{minting it(also minting money) earning a lot of money quickly.The restaurant is minting it thanks to the new manager.I201)middle of the roadhaving a centrist attitude or philosophy; not extreme, especially politically.A typical middle of the road compromise is to leave the problem as it is.I>/O+men make houses, women make homesIt's often the men who build or acquire houses for their families, but it's usually women who provide the things that make a house into a home.When her husband bought the house, she took charge of decorating and tidying it up. It's true that men make houses, women make homes.Ix.3eqmemory like a sieveTo have a means to have a very poor memory.memory like a sieve He's got a memory like a sieveIl--G}meet one's death(Also meet one's end) To die.A friend of mine met his death when he got hit by a car.I  )ps  8_rv,-1%meat and two vegThe male genitals.Everybody could see his meat and two veg because his trousers were so tight.IH+#;Kmarry moneyto marry a rich person.She married money and got rich.I *' }mark my wordsListen to me; used before a statement one wishes to emphasize.Mark my words, this boy is going to become a great poet.Iy)=5man's home is his castleThis idiom suggest tha people are free to do whatever they want to in their own homeHe was furious when they told him not to listen to his favorite music in his own home. He told them that a man's home is his castle.I5(%)3man of strawA weak person.When his wife needed his support, he run away and left her facing all the problems all alone. That is why, she called him a man of straw after all.IS'/)cman in the street(Also, woman in the street) This idiom is used to describe an ordinary person.Generally speaking, politicians are rarely concerned with the needs and interests of the man in the street.I |(?Rj,E`v5HYmr intense.-make mouth water3make no bones about9make no bones about it"Gmake nC&IE man cannot live by bread aloneused to mean that things like poetry, art, music, etc are necassary for people just as food.People need to read some poetry! Man cannot live by bread alone.Id%!/make wavesto cause trouble.Please don't make waves. We're trying to settle all our problems.I($C%make somebody's mouth waterWhen the smell or sight of food is extremely good it makes your mouth water.The smell of that roast chicken is making my mouth water.In#)+make one's wayTo move in a particular direction; advance in life by one's own efforts.1. He made his way to the police station and told all about the murder. 2. 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Make love not war!I tRut%A\r /BVv%=Sfw&,28>DJPV?memory/br !+-Umake chin musictalk or chatter.The boss was furious because he found them sitting there making chin music instead of doing the job.Io 7oQmake a pig of oneselfsaid about someone who eats too much or too fast.He made a pig of himself at lunch.IY7 make a man of someone(also make a man out of someone) to make a young person become more experienced or act like an adult and take responsibility.A couple of years in a foreign country will make a man of him.I-make a fast buck(also make quick buck) to earn money without much effort.If you have got any idea of how to make a fast buck, please tell me!I9I5make a clean breast ofto tell the truth; to confess.After he had lied about the stolen money, he was urged to make a clean breast of it.I~!amagic wanda quick and an easy way to solve a problemThe manager warned that he had no magic wand to solve the problem.I "4"*E_wz#amagic toucha special skill to do something very well.Her magic touch is so obvious in the decoration of her house.I_)eIlearn by heart(also learn by heart) to memorize something.She learned the poem by heart.If-law unto oneselfThis idiomatic expression describes a person who behaves in an independent way, ignoring rules and what is generally accepted as correct.Leila is a law unto herself; she doesn't want to abide by the rules.I59Mlaugh up your sleeveto be secretly amused.They're very polite in your presence, but you get the feeling they're laughing up their sleeves.I/GQ]know something inside and outto know something very thoroughly.He's still new to their system, but he knows databases inside and out and will understand the rest soon.I}+cknit one's browTo frown or look worried, angry or puzzled.She knitted her brows as she listened to the strange story.II)3Okissing cousinA distant relative.I and Daniel are kissing cousins.I /tt'5FTbr%4CRau%8EUdprs run deep. CKill one to warn a hundred.)UKindle not a fire you cannot put out*WKindle not a fire you cannot put out.=Kindness begets kindness?Kindness begets kindness. Kip down#Kip down on Kiss off Kiss off!Kiss up to#Knock about%Knock around!Knock back!Knock back!Knock back!Knock down!Knock down'Knock it off!Knock offKnock offKnock offKnock offKnock offKnock outKnock out)Knock together Knock up Knock up Knock up3Knock yourself out. 9)UKnowledge in youth is wisdom in age.1Knowledge is power3Knowledge is power.%Knuckle down'Knuckle under Land in!Land up inLand with Lap up'Large as life #Large it up!Lark about#Lark around!Lark it upLash downLash downLash intoLash out 1qZ1 7J_n9'Kkiss of deathSomething that may seem good and favourable but that actually brings ruin to hopes, plans, etc.Her mariage to that guy was the kiss of death for Leila's happiness.Ii5[[keep your powder dryBe cautious and prepared for the worst.Trust in God, and keep your powder dry.IAgkeep your head above waterbe just able to make enough money to survive.After his financial problems,he can hardly keep his head above water.I%[Gkeep tabs onto monitor; to keep track of; to watch.If you are careful to keep tabs on your finances, you should be able to stay within a budget.Iu?_ekeep somebody in stitchesto keep somebody laughing hard or amused.The show kept me in stitches the whole time.Ih9Q_keep one's eyes peeledto be on the alert, to be watchfulI will keep my eyes peeled for your call.I 3ikeep one's eye open(also keep one's eye peeled/skinned) to remain alert and watchful.Please keep your eyes peeled for the children.I Qd% A{%keep one's eye on the ballto remain alert to the events occurring around oneself.To be successful in this business, you'll have to keep your eye on the ball.I! )3}keep an eye onkeep an eye on something/someone means to watch or look after something or someone.Please keep your eye on my son while I go to the toilet.II -iJustice is blindThis expression means that justice is impartial and objective. There is an allusion here to the Greek statue for justice, wearing a blindfold so as not to treat friends differently from strangers, or rich people better than the poor ones.No matter who you are, you must respect the law. Justice is blind!I + jump the lightsTo pass a set of traffic lights when they are not showing green.It's dangerous to jump the lights. You may have a terrible accident.I+ ')join the clubsaid as a reply to someone to mean that they are in the same situation.Nancy: "I've got problems with my husband these days." Alice: "Join the club!"I *#I[t!4JVhx 2CWjg i%Mnot the only pebble on the beachb5not to be sneezed atg/not up to scratchdX%7mJohn Hancocka person's signature.Put your John Hancock at the bottom of the page.I{!;1Joe Bloggsan average typical man.This car is very expensive and is not the sort of thing that Joe Bloggs would buy.Ip=_]jangle someones's nervesto annoy someone or or make them nervous.The noise of the kids jangled my nerves.I%/kGjam on the brakesto press the brakes suddenly and in a hard way.I had to jam on the brakes because a kid suddenly appeared from nowhere and crossed the road.I1owjack-of-all-tradessaid about someone who is able to do many things.He can do many jobs; he's really a jack-of-all-tradesIR+g'It's about timeUsed to express impatience at the eventual occurrence of something that should have occurred a long time ago.It's about time that women should be considered equal to men in this country.I O  ))5FXp":J\o!8JZys trie+old wives' talez=oldest trick in the book CWIt has someone's name on itsaid about somthing that belongs to someone or meant for someone.This piece of cake has my name on it.Ij#uUit beats meused to suggest that you don't understand something.It beats me how she passed the exam.Ip!_yinto a jam(also in a jam) in a difficult situation.He found himself in a jam when he was caught cheating.IO Win tune (with somebody/something)said when you have a good understanding of someone or something.He was in tune with new technologies.Im~3+in this day and ageIn the present.In In this day and age, horrible crimes are very common occurrence.IA}#]in the zonefocusedHe's doing a good job. He's in the zone!I-|)Ain the wake offollowing, as a result of.Dominique Strauss-Kahn resigns his position as head of the International Monetary Fund in the wake of sexual assault charges.I,,R,,,,,,,R,,,,,,,,,,,R,,,,,,R,,,,,sRsssssssRsssRssssRsssssssRssssssR,,,,,,R,,,,R,,8,,,,8,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,8,,,,,ssssssssss88ssss8sssss8sssssssssssssssss,Rsssssssssssssssssssss<ssssRssssssss8ss ]x]1C\q;Oc/B[vk{#-in the pinkhealthy.He has been in the pink since he decided to go on a diet and exercise regularly.ICz%[in the moneyvery richHe's in the money. He's extremely rich.Iqy/Min the family way(also in a family way) pregnant.I've heard that Leila is in the family way. Is that true?Ikx9in the eyes of the lawlegally.In the eyes of the law you are not allowed to treat people like that.Iw= Sin the cold light of dayThis idiom is used when you see things objectively, clearly and calmly, without the emotions you had at the time they occurred.Later, in the cold light of day, John realized his mistake. But it was too late; the harm was done.I{v7'/in the best of healthvery healthy.He's in the best health because he exercises regularly and doesn't eat junk food.Iu!}in the airsaid about something that is happening or about to happen.Everybody in the company know that change is in the air.I V<V-AXj{.@Ri'AYq{t)owin one’s cupsDrunk; in the act of consuming alcohol liberally.He couldn't be understood because he was in his cups.I+s'Ymin God's name(also in the name of God, in the name of heaven,in God's name, in heaven's name) used to add emphasis.What in God's name did you do to that poor girl?Ir/=[in a split secondin just very short time.Every thing was calm. But just in a split second a storm hit the whole region causing a lot of victims.Iyq'#?In a nutsheelIn summary.The truth in a nutshell is that I know nothing about what they want me to do in this job.Ip1in a fog(Also in a haze.) This idiom is used when someone is confused, dazed, disoriented.After he heard the bad news, he was in a fog for a moment.I@o)min a dead heatsaid when two or more competitors finish a race or a competition at exactly the same time or with exactly the same result.The two horses finished the race in a dead heat.I *uu 1Zi!-:R_lzJmRevenge is sweet.There i Lash out Lash out-Lash out against#Lash out at#Lash out at#Lash out on Latch on#Latch on to!Latch onto!Latch onto1Laugh and grow fat(SLaugh and the world laughs with youLaugh off"GLaughter is the best medicine#ILaughter is the best medicine.9uLaughter is the shortest distance between two people Lay down Lay down Lay into Lay off Lay on Lay out 1Lead a double life Lead on Lead to Leak out Lean on Leap at Leap on#Leap out atLeap upon!ELearn to walk before you run"GLearn to walk before you run.CLearning is a treasure that will follow its owner everywhere."GLeast said, soonest forgotten CLeast said, soonest mended. Leave onLeave out;Let bygones be bygones.9Let bygones by bygonest Let down Let down PG+@Rh{)>Ui#4D[n29K-paddle own canoe%paid peanutsnq in a bodysaid when a group of people do something together.The workers went in a body to the boss to ask for higher wages.I m+ uI'll eat my hatsaid to suggest that you will be surprised if something happens.If his business becomes successful, I'll eat my hat.IlGeI can't put a name to someonesaid when you can't remmeber someone's name.She was my classmate. I remember her face but I can't put a name to her.IHk;Ohow come?used to ask how or why.So how come you missed the train?I:jAo[horse of a different color(also horse of another color) a different matter.If you want to invest in the stock market, it's ok. Gambling, however, is a horse of a different color.I,i5home freeto be certain of being successful because you have finished the most difficult part.Once you hand in the last part of your dissertation, you're home free.I V|g *;Tm|0@_s1Mg3piece of the action'Qpigs get fat, hogs get slaughtered)pigs might fly*h3#home away from home(also home from home) a place where you are at ease as if you were at home.When I used to visit her, it was really a real home away from home.Ig]ihold someone accountable (for something)to consider someone responsible for something.I hold you accountable for whatever happens to my daughter.Iuf%S hit the roofto become angry and start shouting.The teacher hit the roof when the student was very late again.Ihe+]ahit the ceilingto become very angry and start shouting.He hit the ceiling when he knew the truth.Ild)/hit a home runto be successful.They hit a home run with their excellent performance in the new play.I&c++ highway robberyThis expression is used to refer to a price or a fee that is exorbitantly high.The price for wine in this restaurant is simply highway robberyI !Y}!6Ro/bAKihigh man on the totem polethe most important person in a hierarchy or organization. (Opposite: low man on the totem pole)I want to meet the hign man on the totem pole.I%aEhelp a lame dog over a stilesaid about someone who helps people who are in difficulty or trouble.You can trust him. He always helps a lame dog over a stile.Ip`+3head over heelscompletely in love.They fell head over heels for one another at the very moment they met.Ie_ ekhe that would the daughter win, must with the mother first beginThis is a proverb which means that if you intend to marry a woman, first try to win her mother on your side.Listen Joe, if you want to marry Nancy, try to impress her mother first and be sure that she is on your side. He that would the daughter win, must with the mother first begin.I#^9have to face the musicaccept or face the unpleasant consequences of one's actions.Leila didn't manage to finish the job on time and had to face the music.I .5]. ">Tm ]?ghave the hots for someoneTo be strongly sexually attracted to someone.He has the hots for her but he can't tell her. He's so shy.I\Mhave something down to a sciencesaid when you are able to manage doing something very well.They have the management of the concert down to a science.IT[9 {have other fish to fry(Also have bigger fish to fry; have more important fish to fry)to have other things to do; to have more important things to do.I can't answer your question. I have other fish to fry.IZ=i-have one's wires crossed(also get one's wires crossed) to be confused.You've really got your wires crossed! You don't know what you are talking about.I*Y1 -have money to burnto be very rich and spend a lot of money on unnecessary things.He seems to have money to burn. He always buys his girlfriend extravagant thingsIxXC=have friends in high placesto know powerful people.Don't worry about the problem. I have friends in high places.I Mu7'M(Kn-Kc &8I_nVW; }have bigger fish to fry(also have other fish to fry; have more important fish to fry) to have other things to do; to have more important things to do.I can't answer your question. I have bigger fish to fry.IyV' Yhave big earsto be nosy and listen to other people's private conversations.Speak quietly. Nancy has big ears you.IU?Q'have a leg up on somebodyto have an advantage over someone.She probably has a leg up on the other students because she is more studious.I)T=)have a face like thunderThis idiom is used to describe a person who is angry or upset about something.She had a face like thunder when she discovered the truth.I S!whave a cow(also have kittens) to be very worried, upset or angry about somethingMy father had a cow when I stayed out late yesterday.IRA7-have a card up your sleeveto have a secret planShe still has got something up her sleeve, and it should solve all her problems.I AMA5Has*=SkQI%7handle someone with kid glovesto be very careful and polite to a person because you don't want to hurt him or her, or you don't want to to make him or her angry or upset.He has become so sensitive after his divorce. You need to handle him with kid gloves.I]PO%_grouse about someone or somethingTo complain.He was grousing about his son's laziness.IoO1Egreen-eyed monsterenvy, jealousy, covetousness1. "O, beware, my lord, of jealousy; It is the green-eyed monster which doth mock The meat it feeds on." William Shakespeare 2. His success aroused the green-eyed monster in his friend.INK%Sgood fences make good neighbors(also good walls make good neighbors) this means that people should respect other people's property and privacy and mind their own business.Our neighbor should prevent his children from messing up our lawn. Good fences make good neighbors.IBM!7Egolden agePeriod of prosperity.The golden age of Hollywood.I A ](LWqGod knowsthis idiom means "only God knows." Said when you have absolutely no knowledge of something.God knows what he's going to do after his divorce.IK!God forbid(also Heaven forbid)said when you hope that something does not happen.God forbid that they encounter a problem on their way home.I,JWc5go to war (over someone or something)To declare a war over someone or something.The US administration has gone to war over teenagers' pregnancy for decades in vain.I*IAWSgo to hell in a handbasketgo to a bad state of affairs quickly.He said that all their plans for the project went to hell in a handbasket because of the recession.IH9g}go steady with someoneTo date one person regularly and exclusively.Lisa has been going steady with that guy for a year now.I;GK 5go in one ear and out the othersaid about something which is heard and then quickly forgotten.Stop talking to him. Whatever you say to him just goes in one ear and out the other.I ([[g 3gv O+GVivt y Let in-]Let not the pot call the kettle black  u Let off Let on Let out Let out Let out9Let sleeping dogs lie. 5Let the buyer beware'QLet the chips fall where they may.3iLet us go hand in hand, not one before anotherLevel offLevel out?Liars need good memories.!Lie around Lie down Lie with Lift off!Light out" Light up# Light up$!Lighten up%5mLightning never strikes in the same place twice.4kLightning never strikes twice in the same place CLike a bull in a china shop?Like a fish out of water. +Like cures like7Like death warmed up. 6oLike father, like son, like mother, like daughtery9Like father, like son.Limber up&'Limber up for' Line up( Line up) Line up* Link up+%Link up with,)Listen out for-Listen up.-]Little boys should be seen and not heard nLau&A]o%:Pgying to STAND FOR th run down1yF-Cgo home in a boxto die and be shipped home.Those soldiers are too young. It's a pitty that they go home in a box.I[E3 go against the flowto do the opposite of people do and not accept things as thy are.In his last speech, the leader of the opposition went against the flow and declared that reducing taxes will harm the economy.IDOwsgive your eye teeth for somethingsaid when you want to have or do something very much.She'd give her eye teeth for a straight blond hair.IC7y give the kiss of lifeTo give the kiss of life means to help a person who has stopped breathing by giving them artificial respiration, that is to say, by blowing into their mouth and pressing their chest.He saved a victim of an accident by giving him the kiss of life.IwB9Ogive somebody a leg upto help someone to achieve something, especially at work.They agreed to give her a leg up.I J\(Rl4Cq.Mm9battle lines are drawnz)beat a retreat7>h9okpush someone's buttons(also press someone's buttons) draw a strong emotional reaction from someone, especially anger or sexual arousal.Don't push my buttons with your silly comments.Ig!{puppy loveA childish or youthful infatuation with another person.As they were still very young nobody took their puppy love seriously.I1f1/Pull the other oneused to tell someone that you don't believe what they have just said.Sue, writing poems? Pull the other one - she can't even write a correct sentence!I#e1}/Pull the other legused when you do not believe what someone has just said.Sue, writing poems? Pull the other leg - she can't even write a correct sentence!I2d3[mpull somebody's legto tease or fool someone when trying to convince them to believe something which is not true as a joke.Are you pulling my leg? Is it really your house?I qsMq7H]k*>Vv5NbStart on atCriticiAscare the(A%1give me fiveIf you say , you want someone to slap your open hand as a greeting or to show joy.give me five "Give me five!" shouted Alan after he scored a goal.IQ@EG+get something off your chestTo reveal something that is worrying you or making you feel guilty in order to feel relieved.She felt relieved when she got it off her chest. She had felt guilty for years.IX?-CYget out of a jamget out of a bad situation.I need some help getting out of a jam.ID>/-Aget off the trackTo start talking about a different topic, instead of talking about the real one.Instead of discussing the real reasons for their conflicts, they are getting of the track.I[=3/mget into deep waterto be in trouble.He got into deep water when he joined that gang.I <7)Iget in someone's hairAnnoy someone.I know that the children get in your hair, but you should try not to let it upset you so much.I hi|h&P/@Wi%5FYxd'senior momf4)Ugfor all I careused to suggest that you don't care.You can go to the party alone, for all I careI>3!'Mfor a songvery cheaply.She bought the house for a song.Ig25iIfish for complimentsTo try to induce someone to make a compliment.He is fishing for compliments.I1 fine-tuneto make small adjustments to something until optimization is achievedThey need to fine-tune their plan before they start the project.Ib031wfeel like a million(Also feel like a million bucks, feel like a million dollars) To feel like a million means to feel well and healthy, both physically and mentally.It is a wonderful day! I feel like a million dollars.Ii/1=}feast for the eyesvisually pleasing sight.Look at that painting. It's really a feast for the eyes.I.) fan the flamesto make a bad feeling or situation become worse or more intense.His racial declarations fanned the flames of the ethinc war.I Cwnq in a bodysaid when a group of people do sometheKChristmas comes but once a yearThis expression means that Christmas is a time of celebration that only happens once a year, and that we should mark the occasion by being generous to others, especially the less fontunate.-I<+]chop and changeIf you chop and change, you constantly change your opinion, plans or methods and often cause confusion. Don't chop and change all the time - just make up your mind!IHK=as useful as a chocolate teapotSomething which is of no practical use at all is about as useful as a chocolate teapot. 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It's when the chips are down that Jack is at his best.I j"#*=Zv 7Pd)<Pgt+short and sweet1short end of stick-;fall through the cracksto be missed; to escape the necessary notice or attentionComplete every item, and make sure nothing falls through the cracks.Im,%_ofall prey to(also fall victim to) to become a victim.When she married him, she fell prey to his greed.I +-S-fall out of loveto stop being in love with someone.She fell out of love with him when she knew he had been hiding secrets from her.I.*?fall in love with someoneTo come to have feelings of love directed at another person or a thingThey fell in love with each other from the moment they saw each other.I)%fall in loveto begin feeling attracted to someone and love him or her.When Jane and Math met for the first time, they fell madly in love.I(Mqfall head over heels for someoneto be in love with someone very much; hopelessly smitten.They fell head over heels in love with each other.ISxGF++~^G$o[B#Kmore by accident than by designQ;scare out of one's witsP3run amok (or amuck) [O1remains to be seenN1rain cats and dogs WM$Kput one's shoulder to the wheelL%pull the rugAK?pop across/over/ down/outaJ'piece of cake;I9paddle one's own canoeGH+opposite numberP#Iride it out ride out the storm7put head on the blockQ[1L#pore , pour"E'Qnot let grass grow under your feet_Q1run for one's lifeK!pen pusher3run amok (or amuck) [F!Eoff someone's Christmas listc#pain , pane"H7once bitten twice shycJ3paint into a cornerI)out of earshotO'rant and raveocM/prod into (doing)4h3play a waiting game $Kput one's shoulder toN=put the records straight};scare out of one's wits1rain cats and dogs WG1on somebody's tail ff 0D\s 3H`p'>Xk|_'-Gcfall for someoneto fall in love with someone.He fell for her because she's so beautiful.IC&+Yfair-haired boy(also blue-eyed boy) a person highly regarded and by someone or a group and treated with special favorBefore he was fired out, he had been the fair-haired boy of the boss.I}%'[facts of lifethe details about sex and reproduction.His parents told him the facts of life when he was ten years old.I$%O%fact of lifeSomething that cannot be avoided.It is a pity that drug abuse has become a fact of life in the Olympic Games.I#U/face (that) only a mother could lovea very ugly face.Look at that poor girl. That's a face that only a mother could love.Ic"Cyeye candyA very attractive person or persons or any object or sight with considerable visual appeal.1. I'm going to the beach to check out some eye candy. 2. The computer graphics added lots of eye candy to that movie.I f .>Pgx7Of+<Pk>()SStep toChat, ta+Ysnatch victory from the j!Q)experience is the mother of wisdomthis idiom is used to mean that people learn from what happens to them.You will never understand the love parents have for their children until you get your own children. Experience is really the mother of wisdom.Il -/expectant mothera pregnant woman.There are many good tips for expectant mothers in this little book.IHK_}everything but the kitchen sinkAlmost everything, whether needed or not.She must have brought everything but the kitchen sink along on the trip, and how she lifted her suitcase, I do not know.I=]'everybody and his cousineverybody; a huge crowd; too many peopleEverybody and his cousin will be in line for opening night with free popcorn!I;every trick in the booksaid when you try every possible way to achieve something.She's tried every trick in the book to convince him in vain.I $)BYt0I\y %:Pc1spread one's wings;spread oneself too thin)sp%qevery minutedescribing the whole period that something lasted.I enjoyed every minute of the match. It was just fantastic.I/K every cloud has a silver liningThis expression is used to say that there is always something good even in an unpleasant, difficult or even painful situation. 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I don't want to discuss it further.I JL &CSez @Xw 3Je STICK UP FOR yourself1stick to your gunsD1?-drop in the bucketSomething so strong that it doesn't count or doesn't have any importance or significance.His contribution was just a drop in the bucket compared to the rest of the team.I#WSdrop a dimeto drop a dime means to make a phone call, usually calling the police to inform on or betray someone.He went out to drop a dime on John.I?/edrive someone up the wallTo irritate or annoy someone; to make a person very angry or bored; to infuriate.Her persistent nagging drove me up the wall.I9;9draw the shortest strawTo be selected to do an undesirable task (by drawing the shortest straw or otherwise).I drew the short straw and got stuck doing the whole project alone.I2A!draw the curtain on / overTo draw the curtain on or over something means to bring it to an end.I think it's time for me to draw the curtain on a long career of teaching.I M(@f.Ie{&9Yn make t7sublime to ridiculous)sugar the pill/suit every pocket;survival of the fittest}3Adraw in one's horns(also pull in one's horns) to become less impassioned, aggressive, or argumentative; to back down from a fight; to yield or capitulate.He wanted to fight again but we managed to calm him down and get him to draw in his horns.IC1Sdouble-edged swordA benefit that carries some significant but non-obvious cost or risk.Being a genius child is a double-edged sword because you cannot communicate with ordinary children.I?A7doormatThe phrase or describes a weak person who is abused by others and submits to domination.To be a doormat to be treated like a doormat His colleagues treat him like a doormat.I/'Kdone to deathif something is done to death, it is used or discussed so many times that it has become boring.That theme has been done to death by generations of poets.I /6Oj 3CSl|Ffut late, 'take cue from g+take down a peg+take for a r1!ydon't get me wrongan expression said when you fear someone does not understand what you say.Don't get me wrong but I think your plan may not work.I] /dollars to donutsThis idiomatic expression is used to suggest that something is very likely to be true or that one is certain about something.I'll bet you dollars to donuts she won't accept his marriage proposal.IV !dirty work(also do the dirty work) unpleasant work or dishonest action.1. I don't know but I feel there is some dirty work going on in this company. 2. I always have to do the dirty work. I never have fun.I ?wdip your toe in the water(also dip a toe in the water) said when you start something carefully because you are not sure whether it will work or not.I am doing some volunteer work at the new school to try and dip my toe in the water of working in the education fieldI 0)=Tap~  0?Np P]jwth CLong absent, soon:wLittle enemies and little wounds must not be despised#ILittle strokes feel great oaks#ILittle strokes fell good oaks.&OLittle things please little minds)Live and learn/Live and let live Live by/Live down0 Live for1 Live in2!Live it up3 Live off4 Live off5 Live on6 Live on7 Live out8 Live out9 Live out:%Live through;'Live together<!Live up to=Live with>Live with?!ELiving in cloud cuckoo land. Load down@ Load upA Load upB!Load up onCLock awayDLock awayELock downF Lock inG Lock inHLock ontoI Lock outJ Lock outK4kLock the stable door after the horse has bolted Lock upL Lock upM Lock upN1Lock yourself awayO Log inP Log intoQ Log offR Log onS Log outT CLong absent, soon forgotten!Look afterU _)<Vo<Ko+>WoStraig#Itake the rough with the smooth$Ktake the sting out of something *Wtake the words out of someone's mouth +YtR %=Wdime a dozenSaid about anything that is common, inexpensive, and easy to get or available any where.We don't need someone like him in this company. 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He won a lot of money in the lotery.IF+;;cut your lossesThis idiom is used to mean that you should do something to avoid losing any more money.When he felt that his project was failing, he had to sell everything to cut his losses.IZ cut a rugTo dance.The couple impressed everybody when they cut a rug at the party.I'#Wcurl your lipan upward movement of the side of the mouth to show dislike and disrespect.He asked her not curl her lip at him.I=Q#curiosity killed the catCuriosity killed the cat is a proverb used to warn someone not to be too curious about something and ask too many questions because this can get you into trouble.Alan: I wonder who killed that wealthy man? Bill: Curiosity killed the cat.I u3AZu3Ln.IZok +the jury is out3+the last straw!7the letter of the law4;the long arm of the law5-C'-Gcupboard loveThe phrase cupboard love refers to affection that is given purely to gain something from someone. 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Don't count your chicken before they hatch!I}7Scommon as an old shoe(also (as) common as dirt) low class; unrefined; ill-mannered; uncouth.That girl is common as an old shoe.I ks$|+C'come under fireto be subject of criricism.The president has come under fire for his decision to postpone the elections.I{mcome truesaid when something happens although it was unlikely that it would.Her dream of buying a new car finally came true.IRz9come to your attention(also come to your notice) said when you notice something.It has recently come to the workers attention that changes are taking place in the company because of financial problems.Ivy1Ucome to terms withto gradually accept a sad situation.I think he will come to terms with the death of his wife.Ikx+]gcome into bloomto blossom, to start to produce flowers.Look at the roses are just coming into bloom.Iw-qcome from behindto win after being in a losing position in a game.The young boxer came from behind to beat the world champion.IvaAcome down on somebody like a ton of bricksto hit or punish somebody.I'll come down on you like a ton of bricks if you do that once again!I 5D,5-Ke~)EW"u1cold piece of workIf someone is a cold piece of work they are difficult to deal with.Did you see how she treats her husband? She is a cold piece of work.I1t-Icold day in hellThis idiom is used to mean that something will never happen. Idioms with similar meaning: .It'll be a cold day in hell before I accept his apologies.Is' coining money(also coining it, mintining it) earning a lot of money quickly.The company has been coining money since the new manager took over.I r!coining it(also coining money) to be earning a lot of money quickly.The company has been coining it since the new boss took over.Iq{ clock out(Also clock off) To register one's departure from work.They clocked out early in order to be on time for the concert.I`pOmclock onTo register one's arrival at workThey clocked on as soon as they arrived at work.IVo!1schin musictalk, conversationWhen they meet, there will be plenty of chin music.I bb 1GYj 4Pm)B\qour opiniosn+!1chicken-heartednot brave.They are just chicken-hearted boys. They can't defend themselves from any attacks.I$m%Oicharmed lifeThe phrase "charmed life" refers to a life protected as if by magic charms. It describes a person who is very lucky and is strangely unaffected by dangers and difficulties. The phrase was first used by Shakespeare in his play, Macbeth in 1605. "Thou losest labor. As easy mayst thou the intrenchant air With thy keen sword impress as make me bleed. Let fall thy blade on vulnerable crests; I bear a charmèd life, which must not yield To one of woman born." The two lines: "I bear a charmed life, which must not yield To one of woman born" mean: "I lead a charmed life, which can’t be ended by anyone born from a woman."Everybody believes that he leads a charmed life. He was lucky enough to survive after a terrible car accident.I -rr '7[i{9Tp4Ymst ]85Love ;Look at the bright sideLook backV7Look before you leap.%Look down onW Look forX+Look forward toY Look inZ!Look in on[Look into\ Look on]!Look on as^#ILook on the sunny side of life Look out_%Look out for`%Look out foraLook overb!Look roundc%Look throughd Look toe Look upf Look upg Look uph!Look up toi%Look upon asj$KLook what the cat's dragged in! 7Loose lips sink ships9Loose lips sink ships.Loosen upk%Lord it overl Lose outm#Lose out onn#Lose out too#Lose track. z$KLosers weepers, finders keepers%MLosers weepers, finders keepers./Love conquers all$KLove covers a multitude of sins)Love is blind."GLove makes the world go round3Love sees no faults5Love will find a wayLuck intop Luck outq!Lust afterr!Lust afters 3c3!4Lbx-Jm}4J]v to ?two can play at that game 'two left feet'two of a kind /two peas in a pod #Itwo's company, three's a crowd two-faced -two-time someone 9under (close) scrutiny'under a cloud ClQ/chalk something up to inexperienceTo attribute a failure to inexperience and learn from that particular experience.Chalk it up to inexperience, I guess, but he made a very poor decision.Ik3=-cat got your tongueWhy aren't you speaking?Tell us about the trip. What happened? What's the matter? A cat got your tongue!I^j#w7cat burglarA cat burglar refers to a thief who enters a building by skillfully climbing to a building without attracting notice.He was known for being a cat burglar who only stole from apartments in high buildingsIi1QGcastles in the airPlans that are unlikely to happen.Before you start building castles in the air, just think how much all this is likely to cost.I *?I**Djh%scase-by-caseSeparate and distinct from others of the same kind.All applications are scrutinized on a case-by-case basis.Ig)=ccarry the ballto take charge and control of an activity and be considered reliable enough to do a job.He can't carry the ball. He isn't reliable.Irf7Ccalm before the stormthe calm before the storm is an unussual or false quiet period before a period of upheaval.The negotiation between the two parties may be peaceful now. But don't be misled! This is only the calm before the storm.I.e'Ccall the tuneto be the one who controls a situation; to have the most power and authority in a situationIn any deal you have with banks, it's them who call the tune.I d1{call someone namesto call someone by unpleasant, abusive or insulting names.because he called his teacher names, Bill was punished.I}c1g{call on the carpetTo reprimand; to censure severely or angrily.I hope he wouldn't be called on the carpet by the boss.I G@4b/scall off the dogssaid when you want someone to stop criticizing you.Please, call off the dogs. I apologize for what I have done.IZa) by the numbersIf you do something by the numbers, you are doing it in a strict, mechanical way, without using your imagination or creativity.His work is done by the numbers. 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That's why everybody likes her.Ij$7_Was bald as a cue ball(also as bald as a coot) completely bald.His father was as bald as a cue ball!I{#3ucarrow in the quiverThis idiom is used when talking about one of a number of resources or strategies that can be used to achieve a goal.If you are having a job interview, improving your communication skills can be another arrow in your quiver.I"9yare your ears burning?said about someone who was not present but was the topic of discussion.We were just talking about you. Are your ears burning?I ;*r;9busman's holidayA busman's hoj!? 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He has already demonstrated his wish to climb higher.I*eAbad bloodunpleasant feeling between different people.There is bad blood between Nancy and Leila. They are rarely in good terms with each other.I)7_at your mother's kneesaid about something that you learned when you were a child.She learned to sing at her mother's knee.I (%O9at the wheelDriving; in control of a vehicle.You know he fell asleep at the wheel. They were so lucky they didn't have an accident.I dJJ .k3A man is judged by his deeds, not by his words.A person is judged on what he/she actually does, not on what they say they will do.-Rn-aA man is as old as he feels himseqt) Cdoom and gloomA general atmosphere of pessimism, and a feeling that the situation is not going to improve, is referred to as doom and gloom. Fortunately it's not doom and gloom for all businesses, in spite of the economic situation.IHs)Y#donkey's yearsIf someone has been doing something for donkey's years, they have been doing it for a very long time. 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To reduce road accidents, it was decided to crack down on speeding.ITf;etill the cows come homeTo say that a person could do something till the cows come home means that they could do it for a ong time. You can ask me till the cows come home but I'm not buying you a scooter!I^eg{owhy buy a cow when you can get milk for free?This refers to not paying for something that you can obtain for free. (Sometimes refers to a decision not to marry when you can have the benefits of marriage without any commitment.) Rent is high so Bobby is still living with his parents.  He says : why buy a cow when you can get milk for free?I W WS Get atMean.What do you think she's GETTING AT? I've no idea what she wants.PK!uGet atCriticise.His boss is always GETTING AT him for arriving late.P' Get around toFinally manage to do something, make the effort to do something.It always takes me ages to GET AROUND to replying to letters.P~!{Get aroundHave personal or sexual relationships with many people.He GETS AROUND a bit; he's always with some new girlfriend.P}!3IGet aroundPersuade, convince.She didn't want to accept my application because it was late, but I managed to GET AROUND her.Ph|!-Get aroundAvoid a problem.It'll be tricky, but we will find a way to GET AROUND the regulations.P{!7CGet aroundWalk or go to places.He's finding it hard to GET AROUND since the operation and spends most of his time at home.Pkz!EGet aroundVisit many different places.He GETS AROUND a lot- he's always flying somewhere different.P Utuvwxyz{|}~U !E]break freeDetach from a physical hold.He broke free from his attacker's grasp.P-S%break (sth) downDivide in smaller or simpler parts.The lesson will be easier to learn if you break it down into small sections.Pq+E break away fromLeave and become independentHe broke away from the organisation and set up his own agency.Psboot up Start a computer by loading an operating system or program.Just give me a few minutes to boot up the computer.P`'/band togetherUnite in a group.Consumers banded together to protest against the measures.Pf)Guaverage out atResult in an average (amount)The price of lunch averages out at 10€ per person.P'1eOavail (oneself) ofTake advantage of something (an opportunity)When the company is privatized, you should avail yourself of the opportunity and buy some shares.P HBEH N'ebite your lipto make an effort not to react to something.He didn't like the management of the business but he had to bite his lip.IlMqebite meAn expression of discontent, aggravation or anger.Why are you shouting like that? Oh, bite me!ILY?big wheelA person with a great deal of power or influence, especially a high-ranking person in an organization.She's a big wheel at IBM.IfK)big bucksLots of money.The new managing director must be making big bucks after his promotion.IJ9between life and deathA situation involving the danger of dying or being killed.The little kid lay all night long between life and death.I%I?}#better the devil you know(also better the devil you know than the devil you don't) it is sometimes better to deal with someone or thing you know than to deal with a new person or thing who could be even worse.Nancy is such a difficult girl to work with, but better the devil you know.I SN] l.#S{drop behindFall into a position behind others.Our sales have dropped behind those of our competitors.PM-IMdrive atInsinuate;  be trying to say.What exactly are you driving at?Pm,Mdrag out1) Make something longer than necessary. 2) Make someone reveal or give information unwillingly.1) Let's decide now and not drag out this  discussion.  2) The police finally dragged out a confession  from the suspect.Pz+5;do overClean or redecorate.My parents will need to do over their living-room soon. The paintwork needs refreshing.P*'K-dispense withDecide to do without something.I'm afraid you'll have to download it. They've dispensed with the paper version.P))1+ deck out (in/with)Dress; decorate1) The women were all decked out in beautiful   dresses. 2) The exhibition hall will be decked out in the   colours of Europe.P vV\bC7'!Wfrown on/uponDisapproveMy parents always frowned on smoking.PN6MMfold inMix one ingredient with another.Fold in the eggs with the sugar.Pa5'Y[fit in (with)Feel comfortable or be in harmony withHe just doesn't fit in with the others.PB4!]fire backShoot backThe policemen fired back at the robbers.P3%_face up (to)Accept ad deal with something unpleasant.Sam will have to face up to the fact that Jenny is not in love with him.Pn2%[uexplain awayFind an excuse or plausible explanationHow are you going to explain away the missing money?PC1 seven out1) Eliminate differences of opinion. 2) Become level or regular1) After a long discussion they managed to even out their differences. 2) The road was evened out to make it safer.PV0)1kembark on/uponStart or engage inShe embarked on a career that lead her to fame.P/#qease off/upReduce, become less severe or slow down (pain, traffic, work ...)After Christmas, the workload generally eases off.P ]jo([9! bring the curtain downTo bring the curtain down to something means to bring something to an end.I am asking for a divorce. It's time to ?,/k{burn your fingersIf you burn your fingers (or get your fingers burnt), you suffer financially as a result of foolish behaviour. Jack got his fingers burnt playing on the stock market.Iw+E 1burn the candle at both endsIf you burn the candle at both ends, you exhaust yourself by doing too much, especially going to bed late and getting up early. Scott looks exhausted - I'll bet he's been burning the candle at both ends lately.Io*/G}burn your bridgesIf you burn your bridges, you do something that will be impossible to rectify in the future. If you refuse the offer, be careful not to burn your bridges by insulting them.  They may make a better proposal later.I)+Gcburden of proofThe burden of proof is the necessity imposed by the law to prove that what one says is true. The burden of proof lies with the claimant.I (5N(tA)]{get round (to)Find the necessary time to do something.I finally got round to making the list that I promised.PB@!]get rid ofEliminateIt's difficult to get rid of old habits.Pg?57{get out of  (+verb)Avoid doing somethingSome husbands manage to get out of doing any housework.P>>1Mget out of (+noun)LeaveHow did he get out of the house?P\=1GYget on (well) withHave a good relationship withI get on very well with my colleagues.PD</[get into (+ noun)EnterHow did the burglar get into the house?PX;#G_get by (on)Manage to cope or to survive.It's difficult to get by on a low salary.Pb:-Q_get along (with)Be on good terms / work well with.I get along (well) with my mother-in-law.P39-mcget about/around1) Move from place to place 2) Spread, circulate1) It's not easy to get around the city without      a map. 2) News of their separation soon got about.PQ8A[fuss overPay excessive attention toShe's always fussing over her grandson.P aKkg aB^)mbadger someoneIf you badger someone into doing so`KIqidle awayWaste time doing nothing much.He idles away hours every day watching television.PCJ;Ghurry upBe quick / act speedilyHurry up! We'll miss the bus!PZI)E_hook up (with)Link broadcasting facilitiesMany networks are hooked up by satellite.PaH#Sehit on/uponFind unexpectedly or by inspirationShe hit upon an idea for her new collection.PIG=Uhit atAim a blow at something.He hit at the wasp with a newspaper.PQF%=Yhang on (to)Keep a hold on somethingHang on to that rope and you'll be ok.PE-;/go with/togetherMatch; harmonize (with)The curtains don't go with the carpet. The curtains and carpet don't go together.PYD'[Igo (out) withHave someone as a boyfriend/girlfriend.Is Julie going (out) with Tom?PSC-sgo into (+ noun)Go insideGo into the bakery and see if they sell croissants.P\B+3sgo along (with)Agree with; accept.Alex tends to go along with anything his wife says.P @5Y@fTUuknow ofhave heard of / have knowledge aboutDo you know of anyone else attending the conference?PES!7Kkneel downGo down on your kneesMost people kneel down to pray.P@R{join up1) Engage in, become a member of 2) Meet and unite with1) John was in the army and Tom joined up as soon as he left school. 2) The two groups of tourists joined up at the hotel.P=Q#Ujoin inParticipateShe was too shy to join in the game.PaP!kOinvite outAsk someone to join you for lunch, dinner, etc.Harry invited her out for dinner.P]O)YQinsure againstGuarantee compensation for damage etc.The house is insured against fire.PyN!Oindulge inAllow yourself to enjoy somethingIve been dieting all week but today I'm going to indulge in a dessert.PQM+#mimprove on/uponMake betterThe runner improved on his previous performance.PtL)=impose on/uponAsk too much of someone.Is it alright if I stay? I don't want to impose upon your hospitabity.P Z7cZe]=#make oneself out (to be)claim to beHe made himself out to be a journalist but it wasn't true.PR\-9Wmake (sthg) intoConvert or change intoWe've made our garage into a TV room.Pr[#Cmake fun ofLaugh at / make jokes aboutThe old lady dresses so strangely that the children make fun of her.PkZ%/look back onRemember the pastMy parents and their friends like to look back on "the good old days".PfYUqlook awayTurn your head away so as not to seeThe scene was so horrible that I had to look away.PPX!3elook aheadThink of the futureIt's time to forget the past and look ahead.P~Wi log in/onAccess a program or database using a password.You need to log in to your account before you use the services.PgVcgliven upMake something livelier or more attractive.We need to liven up the presentation somehow.P\U%;qleaf throughTurn over pages quicklyShe leafed through a magazine in the waiting room.P F+ItFTf)}rig outDress or equipThe old lady arrived all rigged out in her best clothes.PaeE{rely onCount on / depend on / trustDon't worry. You can rely on me.  I can keep a secret.Ppd-Mput (someone) upAccommodate / give someone a bedWe can put you up if you'd like to come for the week-end.Pfc3]Uput (something) outLeave/place something outside the house.Don't forget to put out the dustbin.Pib1cWput (yourself) outGo to a lot of trouble / be inconvenienced.Please don't put yourself out for us.P}a?gmpop across/over/ down/outCome or go quickly in the direction specifiedShe popped over to visit her mother after lunch.P_`/Ganose about/aroundTry to discover by searching.I don't like people nosing around my desk.Ps_'Umiss out (on)Lose an opportunity to do something.If you leave before Saturday you'll miss out on the party.P\^)QWmake up (with)End a quarrel/become friends againIt's time to shake hands and make up.P A'9 AM5 o+EGstick (sth) outTolerate, accept to continueLunch with my girlfriend's colleagues was boring but I had to stick it out - I had no choice!PHn!kspeed upaccelerateWe need to speed up the registration procedure.Pam)YYsign up (with)Sign an agreement to work for somebodyPaul has signed up with a news agency.PNl'7Wsign up (for)Enroll in an activityEmma signed up for a computer course.Pak)Kgsign over (to)Transfer ownership of somethingHe signed over the house to his two children.PEj1;7shut up (impolite)Be silent, stop talkingOh shut up you idiot!P"i?scrape together scrape upManage to find or collect enough of something you need, usually moneyWe finally scraped together enough money to buy an old car.P h+mscale back/downMake something smaller than originally intended.Due to the crisis the company had to scale down the size of the plant.PEgorig-outOutfitStella arrived in the most extraordinary rig-out!P ca 5dcay-S[write (sth) downNote something on a piece of paper.He wrote down the address of the hotel.PHx!/Ywrite backReply to a letterI wrote back to accept the invitation.POw5ewipe offClean (board, table)The teacher asked Lee to wipe off the board.PXv?kwolf downEat greedily and quickly.The boys wolfed down the whole cake in no time!Psu{gward offKeep away or repel (something dangerous or unpleasant).I take plenty of vitamin C to ward off colds.Prtgwvouch forExpress confidence in, or guarantee somethingYou can give the keys to Andy.  I can vouch for him.P^sGqvie withCompete or rival with someoneThe athletes vied with each other for first place.PSr)7_veer away fromAvoid, stay away fromI veer away from hypochondriacs if I can.PLq;Ytest outCarry out an experimentThe theory hasn't been tested out yet.PMp%!mtake care ofLook afterI'll take care of your plants while you're away.P [,[lE%+at all costsIf you are determined to obtainM~U#7a fool and his money are soon partedthis means that stupid people spend money without thinking about it enough.John likes his extravagant lifestyle - but then a fool and his money are soon parted.I});7a dime's worthan insignificant amountAt best, he'll make a dime's worth of difference with his interference in the affair.I)|9]Qa clean bill of healthsaid when you examine someone or something and state that they are healthy, in good condition, or legal.1. The president was given a clean bill of health by his doctors. 2. The company received a clean bill of health because it fulfilled all the safety requirements.I*{7% a breath of fresh airsaid about a new, fresh, and imaginative approach, a change that feels good.The president says that the country needs a breath of fresh air.Ipz)s]a bit of fluff(Also a bit of skirt.) A sexually attractive woman.I saw him yesterday with a bit of fluff.I :\33ia new lease of lifeThis idiom is used to refer to an occasion when something gives you the chance to become happy or healthy and makes you more energetic than before.His new job has given him a new lease of life.I*1a man of few words(also a woman of few words) a man who doesn't speak much. A man of actionHe is a man of few words. But when he speaks, he makes a lot of sense.I7 a little bird told mesaid when you don't want reveal the source of your information."How did you know the news?" "Oh, a little bird told me."IB%wa life-saverThis phrase is used to refer to something or someone that saves a person in a difficult situation or critical moment.Thank you so much for your help. You're a real lifesaver!I 9Y"R=3give your right armIf you say "Id give my right arm for that", you mean that you want it a lot and would do almost anything to obta%5#a woman of few words(also a man of few words) a woman who doesn't speak much. A woman of actionShe is a woman of few words, but she always gets things done.I\?S;a watched pot never boilsThis expression is used to mean that things appear to go more slowly if one waits anxiously for it.There's no point running downstairs for every mail delivery. A watched pot never boils.Id7-}a roof over your heada place to live.He was so poor that he didn't have a roof over his head.I\/o/a number crunchera number cruncher refers to someone whose job is to work with numbers and mathematics. 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This gave rise to a proverb, sometimes expressed: "Caesar's wife must be above suspicion."That guy is a peaceful man; he is above suspicion.I]WC5about as useful as a chocolate teapotSaying something is about as useful as a chocolate teapot means that it is totally useless.A car in a heavy traffic jam is as useful as a chocolate teapot. Use a bike instead!I +_+ Q5A dangerVd7}small dog, tall weedsThis expression is used to refer to someone who does not have the ability or the resources necessary to perform a task. It may be too difficult for the trainee - small dog, tall weeds!-ICc;Gold dog for a hard roadThis expression means that experience is invaluable when one is faced with a difficult task. The case calls for an experienced lawyer - an old dog for a hard road.ICb7qugive a dog a bad namePeople who lose their reputation have difficulty regaining it  because others continue to blame or suspect them. Tom was suspected as usual.  Give a dog a bad name!IHa7K#every dog has its dayThis expression means that everyone can be successful at something at some time in their life. I didn't win this time, but I'll be lucky one day.  Every dog has its day.I`1 dog with two tailsIf someone is like a dog with two tails, they are extremely happy. When Paul won the first prize he was like a dog with two tails.I AoA %/Yaffinity forsaid about you have attraction , preference or sympathy for something or someone.He has an affinty for classical music.Ii 5kGadd fuel to the fire(also add fuel to the flames) to make a problem worse; to say or do something that makes a bad situation worse.Don't add fuel to the fire by laughing at him. He is furious about what you have already doneIU !9iadam's ale(old-fashioned) water.Take a glass of adam's ale if you are thirsty.IW 'IWact one's ageTo be mature and not childish.Stop being childish and act your age.I )sabove the saltIf someone is above the salt they are of high standing or honor. The origin of the phrase dates back to the medieval times. Then salt which was a valuable seasoning was placed in the middle of a dining table and the lord and his family were seated "above the salt" and other guests or servants below. (See also )In medieval times lords used to sit above the salt.I .@.\/also-ranThis term\7MIall hat and no cattleDescribing someone who is full of big talk but lacking action, power, or substance; pretentious.We expect our president to be effective in his job, not a person who is all hat and no cattle.Is3? ahead of one's timein advance of concurrent commonly accepted ideas; showing characteristics of changes yet to be; present in one's work before later advances in the field.With his new scientific discoveries, he was ahead of his time.I7/kkage before beautyA phrase said to allow older people to go before younger ones. Now most often used humorously or lightheartedly, and usually said by a younger person to an older friend or relative out of mock pity for being so much older and unattractive.Please, you first. Age before beauty, you know.I<%53against time(also against the clock) an attempt to finish something quickly within a time limit.It's going to be a race against the time to finish the project before the deadline.I e*;%all sizzle and no steakGmall that glitters is not goldappearance is sometimes misleading. Things that appear valuable or worthwhile might not be as good as they look.The house looks beautiful from the outside but the inside part of the house looks terrible; all that glitters is not gold.I|GmYall one’s eggs in one basketthe state of having invested heavily in just one area or of having devoted all of one’s resources to one thing.The stock market decline wouldn’t have hurt him so badly if he hadn’t had all his eggs in one basketIPa stealA steal refers to a good deal; it's almost like you stole it."You look great in these shoes!" "They’re at 70% discount! I paid Just $30!" "Wow that’s really a steal! It's such a great deal."Iy3Uall in a day's workWhat is normal, typical or expected.Grading my students' papers is all on a day's work for me.I MoMaAAll work and no play makes Jack a dull boyAll work and no play makes Jack a dull boy is a proverb which means that it is not good to work all the time and that people may get bored if they don't get some time off from work. This saying appeared first in James Howell's , and was included in later collections of proverbs. Some writers have added a second part to the proverb: All work and no play makes Jack a dull boy, All play and no work makes Jack a mere toy. See more about this saying onProverbs in English, Italian, French and Spanish (1659) I think you need to go out and have some fun. You know all work and no play makes Jack a dull boy.I/kall walks of lifeOccupations, roles, social class, or lifestyle.Those who attended the wedding represented all walks of life.I %!kall the moreeven more.Her family didn't want her to get married to her new boyfriend, but that just made her all the more determined.I %P$'IEall that jazzThis expression means 'all that stuff', 'other similar things', or 'everything of that kind'. 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All's fair in love and war.I I;cTag alongAccompany someone, especially if they haven't specifically invited you.You're off to the cinema; can we TAG ALONG?PTack ontoAdd or attach something that wasn't planned to something.I TACKED a quick message ONTO the end of the letter after I'd printed it.P QWTack onAdd something that wasn't planned.They TACKED ON a new ending to the film when they found that test audiences didn't like the original.Pq !;Syphon offDivert money illegally.The minister had been SYPHONING OFF funds from his department for years.P !gSyphon offTake business, support or votes from someone.The candidate SYPHONED OFF a lot of votes because of his anti-war stance.PG #5OSwing roundTurn around quickly.She SWUNG ROUND and greeted them.Po #E Swing roundChange your opinion quickly.They were against it at first then SWUNG ROUND and supported it.PlikSwing byVisit a person or place on your way somewhere.I will SWING BY this afternoon and pick you up.P N.CNN4#ASwing atTry to hit.He SWUNG AT me but missed.PU%5iSwing aroundTurn around quickly.He SWUNG ROUND to see what had made the noise.Pn%E Swing aroundChange your opinion quickly.They SWUNG AROUND to our idea after reading the press reports.PR'7_Sweep throughMove quickly through.The disease SWEPT THROUGH the population.PE'7ESweep throughPass easily, succeed.She SWEPT THROUGH the exams.PU!KWSwear downPromise that something is true.He SWORE DOWN that he hadn't done it.Pc?Swear byHave great confidence in.I SWEAR BY their products- they're the best on the market.PkSwan offLeave somewhere in a defiant or pompous manner.He didn't like the way the spoke to him so he SWANNED OFF angrily.PhmaSwan inEnter in a dramatic or attention-seeking manner.He SWANNED IN surrounded by photographers.Pd~#YeSwan aroundMove in a dramatic or affected manner.She SWANNED AROUND trying to impress people.P u,m!uU}!YISwan aboutMove in a dramatic or affected manner.He SWANNED ABOUT at the party.PQ|3kSuss outCome to understand.It took her ages to SUSS OUT what was going on.P~{aSummon upGet the energy or courage to do something.Andrea couldn't SUMMON UP the enthusiasm to apply for the position.PWz! 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(If you don't mention the place, you can just say 'He stormed out')PHS9QStorm offLeave a place angrily.They had a row and he STORMED OFF.P "'c5o"JR=UStop upFill or block something.I STOPPED UP the bottle with a cork.PEQ'aStop upStay up late.I STOPPED UP last night watching the film.P{POStop overStay somewhere when on a journey.I STOPPED OVER in Bangkok for a couple of days on my way back from Tokyo.P~OsStop outBe out late, especially when you are expected home.Her parents were annoyed because she STOPPED OUT all night.PfN-Stop offBreak a journey.We STOPPED OFF for lunch about halfway there, then carried on driving.PAM)WStop inVisit briefly.I STOPPED IN at my aunt's after work.PJL'kStop inStay at home.I was feeling tired so I STOPPED IN last night.PtKSStop byVisit somewhere briefly or quickly.I must STOP BY the supermarket and pick up some things for dinner.PJ#[Stop behindStay somewhere when other people leave.I STOPPED BEHIND at the end of the lecture to ask a couple of questions.PPI/kStop backReturn somewhere.I'll STOP BACK this afternoon when you're free.P $Am($fH#MuStop aroundVisit someone for a short time..Why don't you STOP AROUND my place on your way back?PEG9MStomp onTreat badly or defeat.They STOMP ON their competitors.PPF=]Stomp offLeave somewhere angrily.He lost his temper and STOMPED OFF home.PE}/Stitch upCheat someone or make them look guilty when they aren't.The police STITCHED them UP because they couldn't find any evidence against them.PJD-aStitch upFinalise a deal.We get the contract STITCHED UP this week.PWCSUStitch upSew something so that it is closed.I STITCHED UP the hole in my sleeve.P}BI-Stir upMake trouble for someone else.He STIRRED things UP by complaining to senior management about his line manager.PQA!7cStiffen upMake something rigid.They used starch to STIFFEN the collars UP.PB@!'UStiffen upBecome rigid.My back STIFFENS UP in cold weather.Pw?!myStick withContinue with something difficult or unpleasant.I STUCK WITH the job though I found it very stressful.P =4K:=L>!/aStick withNot be forgotten.The details have STUCK WITH me ever since.PY=!1yStick withStay near someone.He told the children to STICK WITH him in the station.PO<!7_Stick withNot change something.We'd better STICK WITH our original idea.Pk;%1Stick up forSupport or defend.You have to STICK UP FOR yourself here, because no one will back you.PT:1sStick upRob using weapons.They STUCK the bank UP and stole tens of thousands.PI9'gStick upStand on end.The static electricity made my hair STICK UP.P8)3=Stick togetherSupport each other.If we don't STICK TOGETHER, things will be much worse for all of us- we need some unity.Pa7OoStick toRestrict or limit and not change.I STUCK TO the path and didn't take the shortcut.Pw6#EStick toNot change.The Prime Minister decided to STICK TO the original plan despite the criticism in the media.PO5'9WStick out forDemand a salary raise.We're STICKING OUT FOR a 5% increase.P WDjWx^z-Gayou got me thereI can't answer your question.I don't ko?ZEYwjust what the doctor orderedIf something is just what the doctor ordered, it is extremely pleasant and will help you feel better. A week-end in the sun - just what the doctor ordered!IY%Gado the trickIf something does the trick, it does exactly what is needed, or achieves the desired effect. Another coat of paint should do the trick.I-X-9 do the spadeworkSomeone who does the spadework does the preparatory work or the preliminary research. Although I did all the spadework, my name was never mentioned.IVW5udo nothing by halvesWhen a person does everything they are engaged in completely and thoroughly, they are said to do nothing by halves. When she cooks, it's a four-course meal - she does nothing by halves!I8V9;do more harm than goodIf the effect of an action is more damaging than helpful, it does more harm than good. Giving him money did more harm than good - he spent it on alcohol.I f3fI&I?dead duckThis expression refers to a project or scheme which has been abandoned or is certain to fail. 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The floppy disk is an invention that is now (as) dead as a dodo.I l1T0l~b ocat napIf you haw4oyStick outContinue doing something difficult or unpleasant.I STUCK it OUT even though I hated every minute of it.PG3?IStick outExtend part of your body.He STUCK his tongue OUT at me.PY21{Stick outBe easily noticed.He's so much better than the others that he STICKS OUT.Pj1#M}Stick it toTreat someone badly or unfairly.My boss always STICKS IT TO me when she's in a bad mood.PX0#1uStick it toCriticise someone.She STUCK IT TO me for turning up half an hour late.P@/!=;Stick downJoin surfaces with glue.I STUCK the label DOWN.P.!w+Stick downWrite something quickly or without thinking about it.I couldn't answer the test so I just STUCK anything DOWN that I could remember.PU-UQStick bySupport a plan, opinion or decision.They are STICKING BY their claims.Pt,qsStick bySupport someone when they are having difficulties.No one STUCK BY him when the scandal became public.P A69LA +i%Stick atContinue doing something despite difficulties.She found the course very tough but she STUCK AT it and did well in the end.Pz*%IStick aroundStay in a place for some time.He's late, but I'll STICK AROUND for another few minutes before I leave.Pc)#Step upIncrease.The police have STEPPED UP the pressure on beggars working the Underground.P?()SStep toChat, talk to.He tried to STEP TO her in the bar.PB'cStep toConfront.Don't STEP TO those guys; they'll kill you.PW&UUStep outLeave a place for a very short time.They've STEPPED OUT for a cigarette.P%!Step on itAn imperative used to tell someone to go faster, especially when driving.I told the taxi driver to STEP ON IT as I was late for the meeting.Pa$Step inGet involved by interrupting something.I had to STEP IN when they started fighting.Pc#%#Step forwardOffer help.When I had the accident, a lot of people STEPPED FORWARD to help me.P {N{k!Ycat's lickA cat's lick means a very quick wash. A cat's lick was all he had time for beforeT"Step downReduce.Production is being STEPPED DOWN because demand has dropped.Py!ysStep downLeave a job or position so that someone can take over.The CEO STEPPED DOWN after the share price dropped.P k!Step backLook at something from a different perspective.We should STEP BACK and try to see how our customers will view the scheme.PA!sStep asideLeave a job or position so that someone else can take over.Everyone thinks that the prime minister should STEP ASIDE so that someone new can lead the party into the election.Pd=Stem fromOriginate, be caused by.The trouble STEMS FROM their refusal to discuss the matter.Pu)?Steer clear ofAvoid.He's trying to STEER CLEAR OF his lecturer because he hasn't finished his assignment yet.P}#mSteal up onApproach a place or someone quietly or secretly.We STOLE UP ON them so that they couldn't sound the alarm.P [2=P[G3Steal upApproach quietly or secretly.The lights were off and everything was quiet so we STOLE UP as quietly as we could.Pn!kiSteal overBe gradually overcome by an emotion or feeling.A feeling of pride STOLE OVER me as I watched.PjUySteal outLeave in a stealthy or quiet manner.Not wanting to attract attention, she STOLE OUT early.P}!QSteal awayLeave a place quietly or secretly.We didn't want to wake them, so we STOLE AWAY in the middle of the night.PP)uStay upNot go to bed.The children STAYED UP until way past their bedtime.Pi+Stay overStay overnight.I STAYED OVER at a friend's house last night because of the train strike.P3%=Stay outNot go home.We STAYED OUT all night.PhKStay onRemain longer than anticipated.She STAYED ON after she graduated to do a Master's degree.P`#Stay inNot go out.I'm going to STAY IN and chill tonight; I can't be bothered to go out.P KQ%KvV'}crystal clearA statement or expression that is easy to understand or has an obvious meaning is crystal clear or as clear as crystal. There was no need to repeat the instructions.  They were crystal clear.IrG3no use crying over spilt milkThis expression means that it is useless to complain or have regrets about something that is done and cannot be changed. Sometimes I regret not accepting the offer, but it's no use crying over spilt milk.I 3ifor crying out loudThis expression is used to show irritation, exasperation or anger. For crying out loud, turn that television off!I"% )crying shameIf something is a crying shame, it is very sad or unfortunate. It's a crying shame that some families cannot afford lunch for their children.I+#O{crying needWhen there is a great lack of something which is urgently needed, there is a crying need for it. Hospitals claim that there is a crying need for nurses.I TU7hTH)-SStay away fromAvoid, not come.He told them to STAY AWAY FROM him.PZ Stay awayNot come.He said he didn't like them coming and wanted them to STAY AWAY.Pi]oStave offDelay, prevent something from happening.The medicine STAVED OFF the worst of the disease.PdMwStave inPush or break something inwards.The police STOVE the front door IN and arrested them.Pe!]eStash awayStore or hide something in a safe place.I STASHED some money AWAY behind some books.P {!Start upSit or stand upright because someone has surprised you.He STARTED UP when I entered the room and tried to hide what he was doing.P8 57Start upMake an engine work.I STARTED the car UP.PK IIStart upWhen an engine starts working.The car STARTED UP first time.P[ ?sStart upBegin, especially sounds.There was a pause, then the noise STARTED UP again.PJ -cStart upOpen a business.The firm STARTED UP on a shoestring budget.P 4ZYwV!9kStart overBegin something again.It's a mess- I think we should just START OVER.PX%'}Start out toIntend, plan.I didn't START OUT TO become the boss- it just happened.P%Q'Start out asBegin life, existence or a career.What had STARTED OUT AS a protest quickly turned into a full-blown rebellion.PD-UStart outBegin a journey.We STARTED OUT early in the morning.PF#/SStart on atCriticise or nag.He STARTED ON AT me for being late.Pn1%Start onCriticise angrily.The manager was furious and STARTED ON her staff for not trying hard enough.PQ=aStart onBegin to use or consume.It's time to START ON that bottle of wine.P%qStart off onHelp someone to start a piece or work or activity.I STARTED her OFF ON the project then left her to finish it.Pa3Start offMake someone laugh.I was trying to be serious, but their comment STARTED me OFF.Pe-Start offBegin a journey.We STARTED OFF early because we knew the journey would take all day.P t2LtZ{-OMchance onm~QStart offBegin life, a career or existence.She STARTED OFF as a receptionist and ended up as the CEO.Pe}7 Start offMake something start.They STARTED OFF the meeting with an attack on our performance.P|!iStare downLook at someone until they cannot look at you.He was angry but I STARED him DOWN and he left without saying much.P\{#)Stand up toResist damage.This coat will STAND UP TO the roughest weather conditions.Pz#wStand up toKeep your principles when challenged by an authority.She STOOD UP TO the police when they tried to corrupt her.Pdy%- Stand up forDefend, support.He's the kind of manager who will always STAND UP FOR his staff.P_xEuStand upFail to keep an appointment.He agreed to meet me last night, but he STOOD me UP.P|wuStand upMove from a sitting or lying down to a vertical position.Everybody STOOD UP when the judge entered the court.P yfynA#change horservKStand outBe extraordinary and different.She STOOD OUT from the crowd in selection and was offered the job.Pnu%KStand in forSubstitute someone temporarily.She had to STAND IN FOR the editor while he was on holiday.PtaStand forThe words represented by certain initials.'WHAT do the letters BBC STAND FOR? 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Every so often I'll crack the whip to make sure we meet the deadline.I {(j!|{N %?Mchew the fatIf you chew the fat with somebody, you chat ibg-=sStack up againstBe as good as something.The new model doesn't STACK UP AGAINST the old one.Pf#Stack upBuild up the number of planes waiting to land at an airport.Planes were STACKING UP while the airport was closed after the bomb threat.PHe;QStack upBe logical, make sense.The budget figures don't STACK UP.PWdK_Stack upIncrease, accumulate something.I've been STACKING UP a lot of air miles.PFc#eStack upAccumulate.Work STACKED UP while I was away on holiday.P;b7;Stack upPut things in a pile.I STACKED UP the boxes.P}a!}uSqueeze upGet more people into a space than normal or comfortable.Four of us had to SQUEEZE UP in the back of the car.Px`#]Square withCheck with someone that something is OK.I'll have to CHECK that WITH my boss before I can confirm it.PZ_#1ySquare withMatch, conform to.What he said doesn't SQUARE WITH what the others said.P bMbD CO chickens come home to roos^%K'Square up toAccept responsibility or guilt.They need to SQUARE UP TO what they did wrong if we are to make any progress.Pd]aaSquare upConfront someone or prepare to fight them.The companies are SQUARING UP for a fight.PH\-]Square upPay back a debt.Can I SQUARE UP with you for last night?Py[1aySquare off againstConfront someone or prepare to fight them.They SQUARED OFF AGAINST the police when they arrived.PZ!a5Square offConfront someone or prepare to fight them.The two drunks SQUARED OFF and the barman had to intervene before a fight broke out.PnY#G Square awayFinish or sort something out.There are few things I have to SQUARE AWAY before I can leave.PrXISpur onEncourage someone to continue.The thought of the bonus SPURRED her ON to complete the work on time.PoW_ySpruce upTo smarten, make something neat and tidy.We SPRUCED the flat UP before we put it on the market.P z!qPV-mSpring upAppear suddenly.Charity shops are SPRINGING UP in the recession.PLU/cSpring onSurprise someone.They SPRUNG a birthday party ON me at work.P^T#AqSpring fromBe the cause of something.His anger SPRINGS FROM his feelings of insecurity.P`S#OgSpring fromAppear suddenly and unexpectedly.He SPRANG FROM the bushes when I walked past.P^R!AsSpring forPay for, often generously.She is going to SPRING FOR all their medical bills.PQ#/gSpring backReturn to original position after being bent, forced or when pressure is removed.The lock SPRINGS BACK when the key is turned.PPc;Sponge onAccept or get money without doing any work.A lot of people are SPONGING ON the state by claiming benefits they're not entitled to.P O!Sponge offAccept free food and support without any shame or qualms.Let’s go to New York, we can always SPONGE OFF my brother there.P[N#IcSponge downClean something with a sponge.I'll SPONGE it DOWN before putting it away.P >;U>QM9cSpoil forReally want something.He's been SPOILING FOR an argument all day.PhL9Split upFinish a relationship.They are always SPLITTING UP and then getting back together again.PUK3sSplit upDivide into groups.The teacher SPLIT the class UP into groups of four.PUJ'QKSplash out onSpend a lot of money on something.I SPLASHED OUT ON a new camera.P I!} Splash outSpend a lot of money on something that is not essential.We went to an expensive restaurant and SPLASHED OUT to celebratePdH#OoSplash downLand in the sea (space capsules).Apollo 13 SPLASHED DOWN after a harrowing flight.PQG9eSpit outSay something angrily.He SPAT her name OUT when he saw her arrive.PF#)Spit it outAn informal way of telling someone to say something they are unwilling to say.Hurry up, SPIT IT OUT! 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There's nothing as exciting as watching a game that goes down to the wire.I &i9` &^c!IkPull apartMake someone unhappy or upset.It PULLED me APART to see them arguing so much.Pb!M+Pull apartStop people or animals fighting.A fight broke out in the pub and it was hard to PULL the people involved APART.PQa!OKPull apartDestroy an argument, theory, etc.My tutor PULLED my essay APART.Pa`!=}Pull aheadOvertake, move in front.The lorry was going slowly but we managed to PULL AHEAD.Pr_ksPucker upMove your lips into position to receive a kiss.She PUCKERED UP when he leant forwards to kiss her.PI^?OPsych upPrepare someone mentally.I PSYCHED myself UP for the exam.P{]E)Psych outMake someone less confident.Boxers try to PSYCH their opponents OUT before the fight to gain an advantage.Pc\e[Psych outWork out or anticipate someone's intentions.We have to try to PSYCH OUT our rivals.P[Prop upSupport something, both physically and financially, politically, etc..The council have PROPPED UP the museum for years with grants.P 9AK9tZ]Print outMake a hard copy of a computer document.He PRINTED OUT the letter and checked through it carefully.PYAgPrice upCharge more for something.In rural areas where they have a monopoly, some garages PRICE UP fuel because there's nowhere else to buy it.PX5Price inInclude the affects of possible future events when assessing the value of something.Speculators have PRICED IN the risk of a war breaking out.PPW-mPrey uponExploit or harm.They PREY UPON people's fears about immigration.PPVQIPrey uponCatch and kill an animal for food.Cats PREY UPON birds and mice.P8U-APrey onExploit or harm.They PREY ON older people.PHTQ=Prey onCatch and kill an animal for food.Spiders PREY ON insects.P~S!g Press uponPressure someone to accept something offered.The invitations were PRESSED UPON us and it was hard to say no.PbR=Press onContinue with something.We PRESSED ON to get to our destination before night fell.P xxpH9mSBenjamin of the familyThis regers to the youngest child of the family.Bill is the benjamin of the family.I-G)Oybelow the saltIf someone is below the salt they are common or of low standing. 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To persist or continue far beyond any purpose, interest or reason.If you continue talking about something that cannot be changed, you are beating a dead horse.IH?%)[bean counterAn accountant.The company is hiring a new accountant.Il>=[Ube part of the furnitureif someone or something is , they have been somewhere so long as to seem an integral part of the place.part of the furniture She worked for that company for so long that she became part of the furniture.I L6p LU9idrO0=]Pluck upMuster, acquire, gather.They PLUCKED UP the courage to complain.Pi/]qPluck atPull or fiddle with something nervously.He was PLUCKING AT his cuffs during the interview.Pc.APlow upBreak the surface of soil.The tractor PLOWED UP the field so they could sow the cropP -%!gPlow throughMove through somewhere where there is little space or there are obstacles.The police car had to PLOW THROUGH the crowd.P,%}Plow throughRead something that is difficult or takes a lot of time.It takes me ages to PLOW THROUGH any of Henry James' novels.PF+%+UPlow throughEat a big meal.We PLOWED THROUGH all eight courses.P_*cYPlow onContinue doing something you don't want to.It was really boring, but we PLOWD ON.PS)9gPlow intoCollide into at speed.The bus skidded and PLOWED INTO the bus stop.Pq(isPlow backRe-invest money you have made into a business.We PLOWED BACK all the profits to grow the company.P ( N(h'APlough upBreak the surface of soil.The tractor PLOUGHED UP the field so they could sow the seed.P&)![Plough throughMove through somewhere where there is little space or there are obstacles.The boat had to PLOUGH THROUGH the ice.Py%)}ePlough throughRead something that is difficult or takes a lot of time.It took me ages to PLOUGH THROUGH 'Ulysses'.PJ$)+YPlough throughEat a big meal.We PLOUGHED THROUGH all seven courses.Pd#c_Plough onContinue doing something you don't want to.It was really boring, but we PLOUGHED ON.PW"#9kPlough intoCollide into at speed.The bus skidded and PLOUGHED INTO the bus stop.Pu!#iwPlough backRe-invest money you have made into a business.We PLOUGHED BACK all the profits to grow the company.Pt kwPlead outPlead guilty to get a reduced sentence or fine.The CEO PLEADED OUT and blamed the CFO for the fraud.PfYmPlay withConsider something, but not seriously.We PLAYED WITH the idea, but decided against it.P n{(`.ns%/'dust bunniesDust bunnies are clumps of duW;mPlay withNot eat much of a meal.I wasn't hungry, so I just PLAYED WITH the food.PciWPlay withTouch and move something to occupy your hands.He can't stop PLAYING WITH his beard.P\3Play uponExploit a weakness.They are PLAYING UPON people's concerns to get their way.Pf!?Play up toBehave in a way expected.He's got a reputation for being trouble and PLAYS UP TO it.Pg!-Play up toFlatter someone.I'm PLAYING UP TO my boss at the moment because I want the promotion.P\' Play upBehave badly.The children PLAYED UP all evening and drove the babysitter mad.PfEPlay outUnwind (e.g., fishing line).When he hooked the swordfish, his line rapidly PLAYED OUT.PPA[Play outPlay something to the end.Rain stopped them PLAYING the game OUT.PwPlay outPretend that something is real and reduce its effect.Computer games allow people to PLAY OUT their violent urges.P }!;Mapple of somebody's eyesaid about someone whom you love the most and you are very proud of.His son is the apple of his eye.I 3c5any minute soon now(also any moment/second/time now) very soonThe news about the president's resignation will be broadcasted on TV any moment now.IKEKanother nail in one's coffinOne in a series of events which lead to downfall or inevitable failure.After the bankruptcy and the death of his only son, divorce is just another nail in his coffin.I/aan eye for an eye(also, an eye for an eye and a tooth for a tooth.) said to suggest that punishment should equal the crime. 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wolves.Possible interpretation: an easily influenced person can be mislead.-Rp:SWhere there's a will there's a way.If you are determined to do something, you will find a way to do it.-Rf9MWhere there's life there's hope.As long as a person is breathing, there is hope for recovery.-R8When poverty comes in the door, love goes out the window.When a couple loses everything, their relationship becomes difficult.-R 7QQWhen in Rome, do as the Romans do.You should adopt the customs of the people or country you are visiting and behave in the same way.-R SV!5S"2BXer"1>O\kyo6SWhen the cat's away, the mice play.People sometimes misbehave when the person in authority, is absent.-Rm5g}What soberness conceals, drunkenness reveals.People are less discreet under the influence of alcohol.-Rg4[}What a man says drunk, he thinks sober.People speak more freely under the influence of alcohol.-R3} What the eye doesn't see, the heart doesn't grieve over.If a person doesn't know about something, it cannot hurt them.-R_2qW(The) way to a man's heart is through his stomach.Feed a man well and he will love you.-Rq1E%(A) watched pot never boils.If you wait anxiously for something to happen, it seems to take a long time.-R\05 Waste not, want not.If you never waste anything, you will have is when you need it.-R@/-]Walls have ears.Be careful.  People could be listening.-Rd.?Virtue is its own reward.You should not expect praise for acting in a correct or moral way.-R DP/l&D1@M_q/?Nhb-GVariety is the spice of life.Doing a lot of different things makes life more interesting.-Rz,W%Unwillingness easily finds an excuse.A person who doesn't want to do something always finds a reason to avoid it.-RC+/aUnion is strengthA group has more force than an individual.-R_*ITwo wrongs don't make a right.It is wrong to harm someone because they have harmed you.-R^)K{Truth is stranger than fiction.Events in real life are often stranger than in fiction.-R[(C}(The) truth is in the wine.People speak more freely under the influence of alcohol.-RR'5yTruth has no answer.You cannot argue against facts or refute what is true.-Rk&c}Trust not a horse's heel nor a dog's tooth.A horse kicks from behind, a dog attacks with its teeth.-RI%GUA tree is known by its fruit.A person is judged by their actions.-Ra$Ys(The) tongue wounds more than a lance.Insults can be more hurtful than physical injuries.-R >JX)>;Scq=]lc#KToo much bed makes a dull head.When you sleep too much, you are not able to think clearly.-Rs"K#Too many cooks spoil the broth.If too many people are involved in something, it will not be done properly.-Rs!STo err is human, to forgive divine.It is human nature to make mistakes, therefore one should forgive them.-R@ )aTime is money.Time is valuable and should not be wasted.-RS9wTime heals all wounds.The passage of time lessens the impact of bad events.-R,+7Time has wings.Time goes by quickly.-ReI Time and tide wait for no man.Delaying a decision will not prevent events from taking place.-RSA(A) tidy house holds a bored woman.If a house is always tidy, the owner (woman) has nothing but housework to occupy her time.-RRCkThere is safety in numbers.Being in a crowd makes you feel more confident.-R^QuThere is no fool like an old fool.An older person is expected to behave more sensibly.-R 4x;o4!/=L[sTMeThere is a trick in every trade.There is an established way of doing things.-RimoThere's many a slip between the cup and the lip.We do not own something until we actually get it.-RuYThere is a black sheep in every flock.There is always someone who doesn't behave or perform like the others.-RiQ The wish is father to the thought.You think that something is true because you want it to be so.-R]mWThe way to a man's heart is through his stomach.Feed a man well and he will love you.-RY?}The truth is in the wine.People speak more freely under the influence of alcohol.-R_UsThe tongue wounds more than a lance.Insults can be more hurtful than physical injuries.-R|kThe road to hell is paved with good intentions.It is not enough to intend to do something, you must actually do it.-Ra/The proof of the pudding is in the eating.The real value of something can be judged only after it has been tried or tested.-R P>wIP0BO\jx$1>JVctpSThe pen is mightier than the sword.Words and communication have a greater effect than war and fighting.-RoThe mouse that has but one hole is quickly taken.If you depend on just one thing, and it fails, you have no alternatives.-R[WiThe more you have, the more you want.People have a constant desire to possess more.-Rn KThe more haste, the less speed.A person makes more progress if they take time to do things carefully.-R\ IyThe first step is the hardest.The most difficult part of an action is the beginning.-Rm EThe end justifies the means.Wrong or unfair methods may be used if the result of the action is good.-RT -The die is cast.A decision has been made and it is impossible to change it.-Rj UThe devil makes work for idle hands.People who have no work, or are idle, often get into trouble.-RRIeThe devil looks after his own.Success comes to those who deserve it least.-R !TTg7Q|2Fd6Ti~NA'To cold call. =To come out of the blue. 1To cook the books. ?To cost an arm and a leg. =To cross someone's mind. E%To cry wolf. !ETo do a complete one-eighty. #To do time. R1To drag your feet. 5To eat like a horse. *WTo err is human, to forgive divine  (STo err is human, to forgive divine.!=To face up to something. 1To feel (be) blue. 9To fly off the handle. #ITo get / give the green light. /To get cold feet. )To get hitched =To get in somone's hair. "9To get it in the neck. LATo get off someone's back. CTo get on someone's nerves. Q5To get on your bike. \?To get someone's back up. 9To get someone's goat. ATo get sth off your chest. =To get the ball rolling. &+To get the boot .+To get the sack !ETo get the show on the road. o5To get up sb's nose. W&OTo get your teeth into something. _?To give it your best shot 0 y'z kWThe darkest hour is just before dawn.The most difficult moment is just before a problem is solved.-RzO-The best things in life are free.You don't have to pay for what is important: happiness, friendship, good health.-Ro[ The best advice is found on the pillow.A good night's sleep may help us find an answer to our problem.-RQ_MThe apple doesn't fall far from the tree.Children resemble their parents.-RVQeTall oaks grow from little acorns.Great things may come from small beginnings.-ReW}(A) swallow does not make the summer.One good event does not mean that everything is alright.-RmK(A) stumble may prevent a fall.Correcting a small mistake may help you to avoid making a bigger one.-Rw[Stolen fruit is sweet / the sweetest Stolen pleasures are the sweetest.What is forbidden is the most tempting.-RIE(A) stitch in time saves nine.It's better to deal with a problem at an early stage so as to prevent it from getting worse.-R T*c(OT %2>JVbp~ #/;G[jxo~9-Still waters run deep.A quiet person with a calm outward appearance can have much knowledge or wisdom.-R}Sticks and stones will break my bones but names will never hurt me.Physical attacks may harm me, but cruel words will  not.-R[|UkSpeech is silver, silence is golden.Speaking is good, but discretion can be better.-Rx{Q'Spare the rod and spoil the child.If you don't punish a child when he does wrong, you will spoil his character.-R8z;?Snug as a bug in a rug.Feeling very comfortable.-R]ye_(A) smooth sea never made a skilled mariner.Overcoming adversity leads to competence.-RdxS(A) soft answer turneth away wrath.If your reply is polite and tactful you will avoid anger.-Rcw9Silence gives consent.If you don't object something, it is assumed that you agree with it.-RmvmwSickness in the body brings sadness to the mind.Physical suffering can lead to sadness or depression.-R o$Qn o'9HWh|%7GUdyN\jw SuS]Short reckonings make long friends.Debts paid quickly encourage friendship.-RXtYaSaying is one thing, doing is another.People don't always do what they announce.-RKs=cSave me from my friends.Friends can be more dangerous than enemies.-RnrS(A) rotten apple spoils the barrel.A dishonest or immoral person can have a bad influence on a group.-RoqE!Rome was not built in a day.It takes time to a job properly.  You should not expect to do it quickly.-ROpOW(A) rolling stone gathers no mossIf a person keeps moving from place to place, they gain neither friends nor possessions. Another interpretation is that, by moving often, one avoids being tied down!-R~oo(The) road to hell is paved with good intentions.It is not enough to intend to do something, you must actually do it.-RXnMm(A) rising tide lifts all boats.Refers to something that will be helpful to all.-R VVx9TnRn,Nothe worstNever lose hope!ETo give someone a hard time. S?To give someone a leg up. @ATo give someone the elbow. +To go belly up. (STo go in one ear and out the other.  CTo go the distance (boxing) 2"GTo have a bee in your bonnet. 7To have a beer belly. 5To have a big mouth. F7To have a brass neck. JATo have a bun in the oven. /aTo have a face like the back end of a bus. `5To have a free hand. )#ITo have a frog in your throat. c:wTo have a full plate. or To have a lot on your plate. 9To have a green thumb. d!ETo have a hand in something. * CTo have a head for heights. -3To have a knees up. :1eTo have a thick skin. / To be thick skinned. \/aTo have a thin skin. / To be thin skinned. ]!ETo have a tiger by the tail. CTo have ants in your pants. CTo have bigger fish to fry. +YTo have eyes in the back of your head. 9To have get-up-and-go. 1'QTo have something under your belt. q To}%T '3@MZgt.=Lam{Fm/gRevenge is sweet.There is satisfaction in returning an injury.-RlMCPut all your eggs in one basket.Risk everything by relying on one plan (e.g. by putting all one's money into one business).-RikUPunctuality is the soul of business.You should always be on time for your business appointments.-Rje/(The) proof of the pudding is in the eating.The real value of something can be judged only after it has been tried or tested.-R_iWqProcrastination is the thief of time.Delaying an ction for too long is a waste of time.-Ruh[(A) problem shared is a problem halved.It is easier to deal with a problem when you discuss it with someone.-RwgA5Pride comes before a fall.Don't be too self-confident or proud; something may happen to make you look foolish.-R fKWPrevention is better than cure.It is easier to prevent something from happening than to repair the damage or cure the disease later.-R '09t'#1?N^pJe?_Practice what you preach.Do yourself what you advise others to do.-R`d; Practice makes perfect.Doing something repeatedly is the only way to become good at it.-R_c[mPoverty waits at the gates of idleness.If you do not work, you will not earn any money.-Rab7Pity is akin to love.If you begin to feel sorry for someone, you may start to love them.-RXaUe(A) picture paints a thousand words.A picture is better than a long description.-R`}7People who live in glass houses should not throw stones.One should not criticize others for faults similar to one's own and risk retaliation.-R_A{Penny wise, pound foolish.Refers to a person who is careful about spending small amounts of money, but not careful about spending large amounts.-Rr^W(The) pen is mightier than the sword.Words and communication have a greater effect than war and fighting.-RX]AyOut of sight, out of mind.We tend to forget people or things that we do not see.-R '4]v')7EQ_L\]EOut of the mouth of babes and sucklings.Children often speak wisely.-R [qW(An) ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure.It is easier to prevent something from happening than to repair the damage or cure the disease later.-R{Zo(An) ounce of discretion is worth a pound of wit.It is better to be cautious and discreet than to try to be funny.-RQYM_Opportunity seldom knocks twice.Don't miss opportunities that come along.-RnXcOnly real friends will tell you when  your face is dirty.Only a real friend will tell you the truth.-RXWWc(An) onion a day keeps everyone away.A humoristic version of "an apple a day..."-RyVQ)One swallow doesn't make a summer.A single satisfactory event does not mean that all the others will be as good.-RnUaOne man's trash is another man's treasure.What is useless to one person could be valuable to another.-RXT[_One man's meat is another man's poison.People don't always like the same things.-R MMj Bf?e 1Su CTo ma;To have the upper hand. +#ITo have your back to the wall. %MTo have your head in the clouds. .#ITo hit below the belt (boxing) 3-To hit the road. p?To hold the purse strings 4kTo jockey yourself into position. (Horseracing) 5#ITo jump down someone's throat. a7To keep on your toes. g"GTo keep your eye on the ball. '9To kick it into touch. 7%To kick off. 8?To kick something around. 6&OTo kill two birds with one stone. &OTo laugh all the way to the bank. %MTo learn something off by heart. 9To learn the hard way. 3To learn the ropes. 5To learn your lesson #ITo let the cat out of the bag. 5To let the side down :/To live and learn 'QTo look a gift horse in the mouth. !ETo look as black as thunder. }!ETo look as white as a sheet. -]To look like the cat that got the cream. CTo loosen the purse strings  CTo make a clown of yourself 7To move the goalposts < Zt 4=Z"2@N -;JYhw?XfukSOOne today is worth two tomorrows.What you have today is better than what is promised or hoped for.-RrR]One of these days is none of these days.Until a date is set, 'one of these days' remains a vague promise.-RVQKkOne good turn deserves another.You should be helpful to someone who helps you.-RP}?One father is (worth) more than a hundred schoolmasters.A teacher cannot replace a father. A child is raised by a father and taught by a teacher.-RnO;)Once bitten, twice shy.After an unpleasant experience, people are careful to avoid something similar.-ReNQ(An) old fox is not easily snared.A person of experience is difficult to fool or manipulate.-RdMMNothing ventured nothing gained.You cannot expect to achieve anything if you take no risks.-R=L1SNo wind, no waves.Similar to 'no smoke without fire'.-RIK9cNo smoke without fire.There could be some truth in the rumour ...-R cgx)bf@J1YNo rain, no grain.Without rain the harvest will be poor.-R))Never say die.Never give up.-Ro=suNever put off till tomorrow what can be done today.Don't postpone until later something you can do now.-Rs<ONeeds must when the devil drives.Sometimes you are compelled to do something that you would rather not do.-RD;5]Need teaches a plan.Necessity will make you find a solution.-Rq:WNecessity is the mother of invention.The need for something forces people to find a way of obtaining it.-R9s(The) mouse that has but one hole is quickly taken.If you depend on just one thing, and it fails, you have no alternatives.-R TTp )EWl#Dj,Yy9T9To not break the bank. 3To not give a hoot. ;To not give a monkey's. )UTo not give someone the time of day. I;To open a can of worms. =To pass the time of day. J=To pick someone's brain. 9To play away from home >%To play ball )+To play it safe ?5To point the finger. 5To powder your nose. V%MTo pull a rabbit out of the hat. 9To pull someone's leg. A9To pull your hair out. $$KTo put a cat among the pigeons. CTo put hairs on your chest. %MTo put the cart before the horse&OTo put the cart before the horse. %MTo put your back into something. 5To put your feet up. %MTo put your finger on something. ;To put your foot in it. !1To raise eyebrows. ,[To ram something down someone's throat. bATo rap someone's knuckles. <3To run out of time. U+To run the show "GTo say you could eat a horse. 9To score a tie-breaker A5To score an own goal B e9M8e/<LZgt,?M[o}%o]8[i(The) more you have, the more you want.People have a constant desire to possess more.-Rp7O(The) more haste, the less speed.A person makes more progress if they take time to do things carefully.-Ro6[ (A) monkey in silk is a monkey no less.No matter how someone dresses, it's the same person underneath.-RE53aMoney begets money.If you have money you can make more money.-RX45Misery loves companyWhen people are sad they often like others to feel sad too.-R3u/Might as well be hanged for a sheep as (for) a lamb.If the penalty is going to be same, you might as well commit the greater offence.-RW2QgMen make houses, women make homes.Women give a house its comfort and character.-RJ1SKMemory is the treasure of the mind.A good memory is very precious.-Rw0Q%Marry in haste, repent as leisure.If you get married too quickly, you may spend your whole life regretting it.-R ]o-\] .=JWfu +<Maq#n/MMark, learn and inwardly digest.Note and reflect upon something in order to thoroughly assimilate it.-R .y#March winds and April showers bring forth May flowers.The storms and rain in March and April produce flowers in the month of May.-R-uMarch comes in like a lion and goes out like a lamb.The weather at the beginning of March is stormy and at the end is mild.-RF,CSMany hands make light work.Sharing work makes the task easier.-Rd+SMany a true word is spoken in jest.Even if something is said as a joke it can still be true.-RM*7mManners make the man.Possibly: a person's manners show their origins.-R)_7(A) man is known by the company he keeps.A person's character is judged by the type of people with whom they spend their time.-R (o3(A) man is judged by his deeds, not by his words.A person is judged on what he/she actually does, not on what they say they will do.-R *-_ G*0>L\op'e(A) man is as old as he feels himself to be.Your age doesn't matter as long as you are fit and healthy.-R_&?(A) man can die but once.If death comes now, you will not have to experience it later.-RE%CQMan proposes, God disposes.Our destiny depends on God's will.-R\$#Man is the head of the family and woman is the neck that turns the head.No comment!-Rb#WwMake a silk purse out of a sow's ear.Manage to product something good using poor material.-RQ"UW(A) loveless life is a living death.Without affection, life is difficult.-R[!)Love is blind.A person in love does not see the faults of the person he/she loves.-Rm MLosers weepers, finders keepers.If you lose something you lament, if you find something you keep it.-R|9GLoose lips sink ships.Disclosing important information (to the enemy or a competitor) could result in large losses.-RQ7uLook before you leap.Consider possible consequences before taking action.-R u)]u(Lq +:GTap} '4AP^kx U5(A) danger foreseen is half avoided.If you are prepared to face a problem or difficulty, it will be easier to deal with.-R`]mConstant occupation prevents temptation.When you are busy working, you avoid temptation.-RwU!(A) constant guest is never welcome.If you come to visit too often, your host will be less pleased to see you.-R@CGClothes don't make the man.Appearances can be deceiving.-RbQ}(A) closed mouth catches no flies.If you learn when to keep silent you will avoid trouble.-RJ;cClear moon, frost soon.If the atmosphere is clear, frost may form.-RZ OoCleanliness is next to godliness.A clean body is just as important as a pure soul.-Rt QChildren and fools tell the truth.Neither children nor fools know that it is sometimes advantageous to lie.-R] ;Charity begins at home.A person's first duty is to help and care for his own family.-R \ad\!2@c,T&UrXIULittle3VMi(A) loaded wagon makes no noise.Really wealthy people do not talk about money.-ReI Little strokes fell good oaks.If you divide a task into small parts, it become easier to do.-Ricy(A) little of what you fancy does you good.It's ok to give into a little temptation occasionally.-R{[#(A) little fire is quickly trodden out.If you deal with a minor problem quickly, it will not become a major issue.-RZ9Like father, like son.A son's character can be expected to resemble his father's.-R m-Lightning never strikes in the same place twice.An unusual event is not likely to occur again in exactly the same circumstances.-Rm?#Liars need good memories.People who do not tell the truth must be careful to remember what they say.-RSQ_Let the chips fall where they may.We should not try to control our destiny.-RF;[Let bygones be bygones.Let's forgive and forget past quarrels.-R S(]S~@_<v+The class cloxU#(A) leopard cannot change its spots.It is impossible for a bad or unpleasant person to become good or pleasant.-R?CE(A) lender nor borrower be.Do not lend or borrow money.-RnC!Least said, soonest mended.The less you talk about an incident, the more easily it will be forgotten.-RsgLearning is a treasure that will follow its owner everywhere.Education is something that you keep forever.-RcGLearn to walk before you run.Don't rush into doing something before you know how to do it.-RFIMLaughter is the best medicine.Laughter makes people feel good.-R3SKnowledge is power.It is easier to make progress or be successful if you are educated or possess a lot of information.-Ru UKnowledge in youth is wisdom in age.What you learn when you are young will be invaluable when your grow old.-R] ?Kindness begets kindness.If you are kind to someone, they will return your kindness.-R DD`q2K`}/SiB_9To scream blue murder. #To see red. ATo show a bit of backbone. ;To sing your heart out. !ETo stab someone in the back. /To steal the show ;To stick your neck out. M'To stonewall. n7To stretch your legs. B3To stuff your face. +To sweat blood. ;To take the gloves off. u*WTo talk the hind leg(s) off a donkey. C+To talk turkey. $KTo teach an old dog new tricks. ATo teach someone a lesson. ,[To teach your grandmother to suck eggs. #ITo throw in the towel (boxing) C-To tie the knot. !ETo tighten the purse strings &OTo treat someone with kid gloves. v,[To turn your back on something/someone. ;To twiddle your thumbs. e;To twist someone's arm. (STo understand all is to forgive all 1;To vote with your feet. )UTo want someone's head on a platter. &OTo warm the cockles of your heart 5*WTo wave (raise / carry) a white flag. $KTo win by a nose (horse racing) D {Yh{cX.]/aThe last straw that broke the camel's back'K?In for a penny, in for a pound.If you start something, it is better to spend the time or money necessary to complete it.-Re3Ignorance is bliss.Possible interpretation: what you do not know causes no worry or sadness.-RhkoIf wishes were horses, then beggars would ride.Wishing alone is of no use; you must act as well.-RHQIIf you want a friend, be a friend.Friendship must be reciprocal.-R~aUIf two ride a horse, one must ride behind.When two people do something together, one will be the leader and the other will be the subordinate.-R}}CIf you chase two rabbits, you will not catch either one.If you try to do two things at the same time, you will not succeed in doing either of them.-R#|'%If you are patient in one moment of anger, you will avoid 100 days of sorrow.Avoid regrets by taking the time to think before speaking or acting angrily.-R ~!Q~9VomU< 6hG;scare out of one's wits3run amok (or aOS#+eblow a kissTo kiss one's hand, then blow on the hand in a direction towards the recipient.We haven't yet kissed, but she blew me a kiss as the train pulled out of the station. That meant a lot to meILRC[blood is thicker than waterfamily relations are more important than all other relationships.Even if Nancy and her brother often argue, they always forgive each other. Blood is thicker than water.IUQ5'cblessing in desguisea blessing in disguise is said when a misfortune has some unexpected benefitsHis failure to pass the exam was a blessing in disguise. This made him realize the importance of hard work.I(P+Omblack-and-whitesaid when you have a simplistic opinion about situations while they are in fact more complicated.I think terrorism isn't a black-and-white issue.IWO)1mblack and bluecovered in bruisesHe was black and blue the day after the accidentI 4||$:^ *9HVdq+9IYgu'T&OTo work your fingers to the bone. !Toddle off'Toe the line. f1Toe the party line ;Tomorrow is another day 25Tomorrow never comes 3Tone down-Tongue in cheek. #IToo many cooks spoil the broth$KToo many cooks spoil the broth."$KToo much bed makes a dull head.# Tool up Tool up!Tootle off #Top flight. h Top off! Top out" Top up#!Toss about$#Toss around%Toss back&Toss down' Toss for( Toss off) Toss up*!Touch down+Touch for,Touch off- Touch on. Touch up/ Touch up0!Touch upon1 Tow away2 Toy at3 Toy over4 Toy with5 Toy with6 Toy with7 Toy with8!Track down9!Trade down: Trade in; Trade in<Trade off=Trade off> Trade on? Trade up@ Trade upA!Trade uponB Train upC'Travel light. ~%Trickle downD ,CATn%8OlQ1The truth will ou)The pink pound &OThe pot calling the kettle black. ._The{If in February there be no rain, 'tis neither good for hay nor grain.Plants and grains will grow badly if there is no rain in early spring.-Rz-If a camel gets his nose in a tent, his body will follow.If you let something intrusive enter your life, your life will become difficult.-RiyguIn times of prosperity friends are plentiful.You have many friends when you have no difficulties.-R_x]k(An) idle brain is the devil's workshop.When you are busy working you avoid temptation.-RwW7(A) hungry wolf is fixed to no place.A desperate person will go from place to place when they need to satisfy their needs.-RvGK(A) hungry belly has no ears.A hungry person is totally concentrated on their need for food and nothing else interests them.-RHu;_Hunger is a good sauce.All food tastes good when you are hungry.-Rofflrx~ &,28>DJPV\bhntz "(.4:@FLRX^djpv| + 6AL£U`ir{ $-6 @!J"S#]$g%r'~( *+,(.5/?0I1T2_3i5q6z78 9 :*<2=<F>O?W@`CjDrEzFH IJL%M/N8OBPLQTS^TgUpVzWX Y[\%].^7_?`HbQcZdcemfwgi jkl$m,o3p<qErNsVt_uhwoxwyz {|}&~/9BLT]ekt}h  R%sRteIHowever long the night, the dawn will break.Bad things don't last forever.-RisYHoney catches more flies than vinegar.You can obtain more cooperation from others by being nice.-RCrCMHonesty is the best policy.It's always better to be honest.-RYqCyHome is where the heart is.You call home the place where the people you love are.-Rupw}(The best) helping hand is at the end of your sleeve.The best way to get something done is to do it yourself.-RVoGoHealth is better than wealth.It's better to be in good health than to be rich.-RTnKgHe laughs best who laughs last.Don't express your joy, or triumph, too soon.-RhmWHe who wills the end wills the means.If you are determined to do something you will find a way.-RilQ He who plays with fire gets burnt.If you behave in a risky way, you are likely to have problems.-R}kW+He who pays the piper calls the tune.The person who provides the money for something should control how it is spent.-R M3-=P^$2AP_n}ics Throw up Thr'QThere is nothing newNjSSHe who know nothing doubts nothing.Knowledge leads us to make choices.-R]iMwHe who is everywhere is nowhere.It's not good to do too many things at the same time.-Rgh?He who hesitates is lost.If you delay your decision too long, you may miss a good opportunity.-RGgGQHe has enough who is content.A happy person needs nothing more.-RcfC He can who believes he can.If you believe you can do something, you will be able to do it.-Rbe_o(A) hedge between keeps friendship green.It is important to respect the privacy of others.-Red[y(A) heavy purse gives to a light heart.When you have money you feel more cheerful and secure.-RtcC-Hatred is as blind as love.A person who feels hatred does not see any qualities in the person he/she hates.-Rlb/1Haste makes wasteIf something is done too quickly, it may be done carelessly and need to be redone.-R BBL]B"/=KYgs2BWskaCHard words breaks no bones.Criticism or verbal attacks may be unpleasant but will not kill anyone.-RT`eM(A) happy heart is better than a full purse.Happiness is better than wealth.-RS_KeHandsome is what handsome does.Behaviour is more important than appearance.-Rs^ e(A) handful of patience is worth more than a bushel of brains.Patience is more precious than intelligence.-Rv]K)Half a loaf is better than noneYou should be grateful for something, even if it is not as much as you wanted.-R\[W(A) guilty conscience needs no accuser.If you know that you have done something wrong, you don't need anyone to tell you that you're guilty.-RZ[a](A) growing youth has a wolf in his belly.Young boys eat a lot / are often hungry.-RYZIsGrief divided is made lighter.If you share your grief, it will be easier to bear.-R_YQwGreat oaks grow from small acorns.Large successful operations can begin in a small way.-R oRe6oC_~1Tp &D`and steady wins the ra/To be a dabcX=Great minds think alike.Intelligent people very often have the same idea at the same time.-R^W5Grasp all, lose all.Trying to obtain everything will often result in gaining nothing.-R_VceGood management is better than good income.Income can be lost if it is used carelessly.-RdU_s(A) good name is better than a good face.A good reputation is better than a good appearance.-RcTQ(A) good mind possesses a kingdom.Intellectual assets are more valuable than material ones.-RhSW(A) good conscience is a soft pillow.You sleep well when you have nothing to feel guilty about.-RRU1(A) good beginning makes a good end.If a task is carefully planned, there's a better chance that it will be well done.-R@QGCGood and quickly seldom meet.A well-done job takes time.-RhPSGood accounting makes good friends.You will keep your friends if you avoid disputes over money.-R 6ww(Lq +:GTap} '4AP^kx] Trip overFTrip overG Trip upH Trot offI#Trot off toJ Trot outK Trump upL0cTrust not a horse's heel nor a dog's 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