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English Idioms. An idiom is a commonly used expression that has a special meaning. This meaning may be different from what the words have to say.

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1 English Idioms

2 An idiom is a commonly used expression that has a special meaning. This meaning may be different from what the words have to say.

3 A Bird In The Hand Is Worth Two In The Bush: Having something that is certain is much better than taking a risk for more, because chances are you might lose everything.

4 A Blessing In Disguise: Something good that isn't recognized at first.

5 A Fool And His Money Are Easily Parted: It's easy for a foolish person to lose his/her money.

6 A Piece of Cake: A task that can be accomplished very easily.

7 Actions Speak Louder Than Words: It's better to actually do something than just talk about it.

8 Never bite the hand that feeds you. to harm someone who has been helping you.

9 You are "barking up the wrong tree“: when you are trying to find something, but you are looking in the wrong place.

10 He stayed home because he was under the weather: Feeling ill

11 Fortunately she’s back in the pink: Very strong and healthy

12 Since he got the news, he’s been on cloud nine: Feeling extreme happiness or elation.

13 That hairdo is so behind the times. Old fashioned Out of date

14 Please keep me in the loop: Fully informed In the know

15 Never bite off more than you can chew: To take on a challenge that is too big

16 Mom’s washing machine is on the blink: Isn’t working properly Is out of order

17 His girlfriend broke up with him out of the blue: Suddenly and unexpectedly

18 He has his head in the sand: to refuse to think about an unpleasant situation or face the facts.

19 The manager is really on the ball: Competent Doing a good job

20 in The business is finally in the black: Making a profit Out of debt

21 He was so tired that he hit the hay right after dinner: Went to bed

22 Knock on wood: I'm much better now To have good fortune and hope it will continue.

23 His idea was really off the wall. Strange or very different

24 A policeman’s job is not a bed of roses: an easy and pleasant situation

25 Please get to the point!: Tell me the essential information. Skip all the details

26 He shouldn’t be a backseat driver: Someone who criticizes from the sideline Annoyingly giving unwanted advice

27 Get off my back! I do it in a minute: Quit nagging or bothering me.

28 When she started the job, she was still wet behind the ears: Either very young or inexperienced.

29 Against The Clock: Rushed and short on time.

30 An Arm And A Leg: Very expensive. A large amount of money.

31 Bite Your Tongue: To avoid talking.

32 Blood Is Thicker Than Water: The family bond is closer than anything else.

33 Dog Days of Summer: The hottest days of the summer season.

34 Keep An Eye On Him: You should carefully watch him.

35 Lend Me Your Ear: To politely ask for someone's full attention.

36 Pick up your ears: To listen very carefully.

37 Raining Cats and Dogs: A very loud and noisy rain storm.

38 The Ball Is In Your Court: It is your decision this time.

39 Till the cows come home: A long time.

40 Use Your Loaf: Use your head. Think smart.

41 Wag the Dog: A diversion away from something of greater importance.

42 When Pigs Fly : Something that will never ever happen.

43 Your Guess Is As Good As Mine: I have no idea.


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