Thanksgiving Idioms

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What does 'stick your neck out' mean?

Back

To take a risk or put oneself in a vulnerable position.

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What does 'hit the hay' mean?

Back

To go to bed or to sleep.

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What does 'cold turkey' mean?

Back

To stop something abruptly, without gradual reduction.

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What does 'talk turkey' mean?

Back

To talk seriously or to discuss something in a straightforward manner.

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What does 'pie in the sky' mean?

Back

Something good that is unlikely to happen; an unrealistic hope.

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What does 'pig out' mean?

Back

To eat a lot of food, often excessively.

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What does 'eat your words' mean?

Back

To retract something you said, especially when proven wrong.

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What does 'upset the apple cart' mean?

Back

To disrupt a plan or cause trouble.

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What does 'eat like a bird' mean?

Back

To eat very little.

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What does 'took me under her wing' mean?

Back

To take care of someone or guide them.