Idioms Flashcard

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What does the idiom 'bring home the bacon' mean?

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To earn a living or provide for one's family.

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What does the idiom 'break the bank' mean?

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To spend a large amount of money or use up all of one's savings.

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What does the idiom 'piece of cake' mean?

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Something that is very easy or simple to do.

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What does the idiom 'under the weather' mean?

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To feel unwell or sick.

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What does the idiom 'out of the blue' mean?

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Something that happens unexpectedly or without any warning.

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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 'cost an arm and a leg' mean?

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To be very expensive.

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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 'the ball is in your court' mean?

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It is up to you to make the next decision or take action.

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What does the idiom 'barking up the wrong tree' mean?

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To make a wrong assumption or pursue a mistaken course of action.