Idioms Flashcard

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What does the idiom 'take it easy' mean?

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to relax

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What does the idiom 'keep a straight face' mean?

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not laughing when something is funny

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What does the idiom 'get the green light' mean?

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get approval to start something

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What does the idiom 'call it a day' mean?

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to stop working

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What does the idiom 'be on the ball' mean?

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able to think or react very quickly

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What is an idiom?

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A phrase or expression that has a figurative meaning different from its literal meaning.

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Give an example of an idiom that means to be very busy.

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'Burning the midnight oil' means to work late into the night.

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What does the idiom 'hit the nail on the head' mean?

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to describe exactly what is causing a situation or problem.

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What does the idiom 'let the cat out of the bag' mean?

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to reveal a secret or a surprise by accident.

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What does the idiom 'break the ice' mean?

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to initiate conversation in a social setting.