Everyday Idioms Explained

This video tutorial explains various idioms, their meanings, and provides examples of their usage. Idioms covered include 'raining cats and dogs', 'go the extra mile', 'it's a small world', 'apple of my eye', 'back to square one', 'mom's the word', 'under the weather', 'catch red-handed', 'cost an arm and a leg', 'fingers crossed', 'a blessing in disguise', 'a leopard can't change his spots', 'a taste of your own medicine', 'all in the same boat', and 'beating around the bush'. Each idiom is illustrated with a short story or example to help learners understand and remember their meanings.

What does the idiom 'raining cats and dogs' signify?

• A windy day

• A heavy rainstorm

• A sunny day

• A light drizzle

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What does it mean to 'go the extra mile'?

• To refuse participation

• To delay an action

• To make a significant effort

• To travel a long distance

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What is implied by the idiom 'apple of my eye'?

• A favorite person

• A type of dessert

• A disliked person

• An unimportant object

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What does 'back to square one' mean?

• To ignore the problem

• To stay in one place

• To return to the start

• To make progress

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What does 'under the weather' typically refer to?

• Enjoying the weather

• Being outdoors

• Feeling energetic

• Feeling unwell

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What does 'catch red-handed' mean?

• To be caught unprepared

• To be caught while resting

• To be caught in a lie

• To be caught doing something wrong

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What does 'fingers crossed' express?

• Confusion

• Anger

• Certainty

• Hope for good luck

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What does the idiom 'a leopard can't change his spots' suggest about a person?

• They can easily change

• They cannot change their inherent nature

• They are unpredictable

• They are visually distinctive

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What is meant by 'all in the same boat'?

• Everyone is traveling together

• Everyone is facing different challenges

• Everyone is facing the same challenges

• Everyone is relaxing

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What does 'beating around the bush' mean?

• Speaking directly

• Running in circles

• Discussing nature

• Avoiding the main topic

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