Idioms

Front

What does “it’s raining cats and dogs” really mean?

Back

It’s raining hard today!

Front

What does “she has a green thumb” really mean?

Back

She is really good at gardening.

Front

What does “he’s in hot water” really mean?

Back

He is in big trouble!

Front

What does “I’m all tied up” really mean?

Back

I’m very busy right now.

Front

What does “I’m all ears” really mean?

Back

I am listening very closely to what you have to say.

Front

What does “she has butterflies in her stomach” really mean?

Back

She has a nervous or anxious feeling.

Front

What does “he got up on the wrong side of the bed” really mean?

Back

He has been grumpy since he woke up.

Front

What does “zip your lips” really mean?

Back

You need to be quiet.

Front

What does “catching some Z’s” really mean?

Back

You are sleeping.

Front

What does “he’s a couch potato” really mean?

Back

He is lazy and doesn’t move a lot.