Idioms

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What is an idiom?

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An idiom is a phrase or expression that has a figurative meaning different from its literal meaning.

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What does the idiom 'That's dirt cheap' mean?

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It means that something is very inexpensive.

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What does the idiom 'It's like watching paint dry' mean?

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It means that something is extremely boring.

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What does the idiom 'toot his own horn' mean?

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It means to brag or boast about oneself.

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What does the idiom 'knows it by heart' mean?

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It means to have memorized something completely.

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What does the idiom 'put her foot in her mouth' mean?

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It means to say something embarrassing or inappropriate.

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What is the meaning of 'the apple of my eye'?

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It refers to someone who is very dear or cherished.

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What does 'break the ice' mean?

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It means to initiate conversation in a social setting.

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What does 'hit the nail on the head' mean?

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It means to describe exactly what is causing a situation or problem.

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What does 'spill the beans' mean?

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It means to reveal a secret.