Idioms

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What is an idiom?

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An idiom is a phrase or expression that has a figurative meaning different from its literal meaning.

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What does the idiom 'When pigs fly' mean?

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It means that something will never happen.

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What does 'taste of your own medicine' mean?

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It means to experience the same unpleasant situation that you have caused others.

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What does 'a pat on the back' signify?

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It signifies praise or recognition for a job well done.

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What does 'under the weather' mean?

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It means feeling ill or unwell.

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What does 'hold your horses' mean?

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It means to wait or be patient.

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What does 'a piece of cake' mean?

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It means something that is very easy to do.

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What does 'spill the beans' mean?

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It means to reveal a secret.

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What does 'walking on eggshells' mean?

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It means to be very cautious about how you behave or speak.

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What does 'raining cats and dogs' mean?

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It means it is raining very heavily.