Idiomatic Expressions

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What does the idiom 'on thin ice' mean?

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Being in a risky or precarious situation.

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Explain the meaning of the idiom 'hit the nail on the head'.

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To describe exactly what is causing a situation or problem.

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Identify the idiomatic expression in the sentence: 'She's feeling under the weather'.

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under the weather.

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

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Pursuing a mistaken or misguided line of thought or course of action.

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Explain the meaning of the idiom 'jumping through hoops'.

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Going through a lot of effort or trouble to achieve something.

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What does the idiom 'break the ice' mean?

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To initiate conversation in a social setting.

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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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Explain the meaning of the idiom 'the ball is in your court'.

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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 'let the cat out of the bag' mean?

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To reveal a secret or disclose information unintentionally.

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What does the idiom 'burning the midnight oil' mean?

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To work late into the night.