idioms

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What does it mean to 'bite off more than you can chew'?

Back

Trying to accomplish a task that is too big for you.

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What does 'the last straw' mean?

Back

The last difficulty or annoyance that makes the entire situation unbearable.

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What does it mean if someone is described as 'tight fisted'?

Back

Someone who is very frugal and unwilling to spend money unnecessarily.

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What does 'actions speak louder than words' mean?

Back

What you do is more important than what you say.

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What does it mean to be 'at the end of my rope'?

Back

Not being able to take it any more.

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What does 'pulling someone's leg' mean?

Back

To tease or joke with someone.

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What does 'keep one's chin up' mean?

Back

To remain positive in a difficult situation.

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What does 'leave well enough alone' mean?

Back

To avoid interfering in a situation that is satisfactory.

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What does 'to give a false alarm' mean?

Back

To raise a warning that turns out to be unnecessary.

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What does 'drop me a line' mean?

Back

To send someone a message or contact them.