Idioms Flashcard

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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 is an idiom?

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a phrase with a meaning that can’t be interpreted literally.

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What does the idiom 'call it a day' mean?

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to stop working.

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What does the idiom 'keep a straight face' mean?

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not laughing when something is funny.

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What does the idiom 'pick someone's brain' mean?

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to get some information from someone.

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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 'let the cat out of the bag' mean?

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to reveal a secret.

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What does the idiom 'under the weather' mean?

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feeling ill or unwell.

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What does the idiom 'the ball is in your court' mean?

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it is your turn to make a decision or take action.