Brain Idioms - 10 English Idioms with Examples

Brain Idioms - 10 English Idioms with Examples

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English

9th - 10th Grade

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The video tutorial introduces 10 English phrases involving the word 'brain'. It explains each phrase with examples, covering meanings such as 'brainwash', 'brain like a sieve', 'brain wave', 'wrap your brain around', 'brain is fried', 'pick someone's brain', 'brains behind', 'brain dead', 'brain dump', and 'brain fart'. The tutorial aims to enhance understanding and usage of these idioms in everyday language.

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What does it mean to 'brainwash' someone?

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Explain the phrase 'to have a brain like a sieve'.

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What is meant by 'to have a brain wave'?

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Describe what it means if someone says their brain is 'fried'.

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What does it mean to 'pick someone's brain'?

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What is a 'brain dump' and why is it useful?

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Explain the term 'brain fart'.

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