Common Idioms and Their Meanings

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Break the ice

Back

To start a conversation in a relaxed way, especially with someone you don’t know well.

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Burn the midnight oil

Back

To work late into the night, especially on a project or task.

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Let the cat out of the bag

Back

To accidentally reveal a secret.

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Hit the nail on the head

Back

To say or do something exactly right.

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Keep your fingers crossed

Back

To hope for a positive outcome.