Common Idioms

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What does it mean if you 'call it a day'?

Back

You stop working.

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What does it mean if someone says the situation is 'getting out of hand'?

Back

The situation is getting out of control.

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What does it mean if someone says, 'Get your act together'?

Back

They want you to behave better.

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What does it mean if a friend tells you to 'break a leg' before a performance?

Back

She wants to wish you good luck.

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What does it mean if your mom tells you to 'cut her some slack'?

Back

She wants you to not be so critical.

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What does the idiom 'piece of cake' mean?

Back

Something that is very easy to do.

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What does it mean if someone says 'hit the books'?

Back

To study hard.

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What does it mean if someone is 'under the weather'?

Back

They are feeling ill.

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What does it mean if someone says 'the ball is in your court'?

Back

It is your turn to make a decision.

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What does it mean if someone says 'spill the beans'?

Back

To reveal a secret.