Idioms Flashcard

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What does the idiom 'got the short end of the stick' mean?

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It means to feel like someone else received a better deal or gift than you did.

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What does the idiom 'open a whole new can of worms' mean?

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It means to start a complicated or troublesome situation that is difficult to manage.

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What does the idiom 'sweep it under the rug' mean?

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It means to hide or ignore a problem or mistake instead of addressing it.

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What does the idiom 'bending over backwards' mean?

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It means to make a great effort to accommodate or please someone.

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What does the idiom 'until the cows come home' mean?

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It means to continue doing something for a very long time.

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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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Give an example of an idiom related to time.

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'Time flies' means that time passes quickly.

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What does the idiom 'break the ice' mean?

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It means to initiate conversation in a social setting to relieve tension.

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

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It means 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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It means to reveal a secret or a surprise by accident.

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