Idioms, adages, and proverbs

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Definition of a proverb

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An old saying believed to be true; advice on living.

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CCSS.L.4.5B

CCSS.L.5.5B

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Definition of idiom

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An expression that doesn't literally mean what the words say

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CCSS.L.4.5B

CCSS.L.5.5B

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Meaning of "It's up in the air"

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He hasn't yet decided whether or not he's going to come.

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CCSS.L.4.5B

CCSS.L.5.5B

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"Let's cross that bridge when we come to it"

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Deal with the problem when it happens

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CCSS.L.4.5B

CCSS.L.5.5B

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Jordan tells Jamal to get a grip

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Calm down and get in control

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CCSS.L.4.5B

CCSS.L.5.5B

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Impressed by the firework show

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blew her away

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CCSS.L.4.5B

CCSS.L.5.5B

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Deandra's condition

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was under the weather

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CCSS.L.9-10.5A

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Meaning of 'stop and smell the roses'

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Take time to enjoy the little things

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CCSS.L.4.5B

CCSS.L.5.5B

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Proverb similar to 'practice makes perfect'

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if at first you don't succeed, try again

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CCSS.L.4.5B

CCSS.L.5.5B

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Meaning of 'measure twice, cut once'

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Think before you act

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CCSS.L.4.5B

CCSS.L.5.5B