Idioms Flashcard

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What does the idiom 'see eye to eye' mean?

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to agree on a subject

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What does the idiom 'get the green light' mean?

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get approval to start something

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What does the idiom 'be on the ball' mean?

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able to think or react very quickly

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What does the idiom 'take it easy' mean?

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to relax

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What does the idiom 'once in a blue moon' mean?

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very rarely

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What is an idiom?

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A phrase or expression that has a figurative meaning different from its literal meaning.

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Can idioms vary by culture?

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Yes, idioms can differ significantly between cultures and languages.

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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 'hit the nail on the head' mean?

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to describe exactly what is causing a situation or problem.

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What does the idiom 'cost an arm and a leg' mean?

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to be very expensive.