CPE use of English unit 3b idioms/fixed phrases 1 and 2

Front

What does 'off colour' mean?

Back

Feeling slightly unwell or ill.

Front

What does it mean to 'chair' a meeting?

Back

To preside over or lead a meeting.

Front

What does 'show your true colours' mean?

Back

To reveal one's true character or intentions.

Front

What does 'with flying colours' mean?

Back

To pass or succeed in something with great success.

Front

What does 'let sleeping dogs lie' mean?

Back

To avoid interfering in a situation that is currently stable.

Front

What does 'under the collar' mean?

Back

Feeling angry or upset.

Front

What does 'on the dole' mean?

Back

Receiving unemployment benefits.

Front

What does 'down the drain' mean?

Back

Wasted or lost.

Front

What does 'throw your weight around' mean?

Back

To use one's influence or power to intimidate others.

Front

What does 'red-handed' mean?

Back

Caught in the act of doing something wrong.