Common Idioms

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What does it mean to 'let someone off the hook'?

Back

It means to not hold someone responsible for something they did.

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What does it mean to 'call it a day'?

Back

It means to stop working on something.

Front

What does 'speak of the devil' mean?

Back

It means the person they were talking about just showed up.

Front

What does it mean to call someone 'a dime a dozen'?

Back

It means to call them common.

Front

What does it mean to 'cut someone some slack'?

Back

It means to not be so critical of them.

Front

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

Back

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

Front

What does 'barking up the wrong tree' mean?

Back

It means to make a wrong assumption or pursue a mistaken course of action.

Front

What does it mean to 'break the ice'?

Back

It means to initiate conversation in a social setting.

Front

What does 'the ball is in your court' mean?

Back

It means it is your turn to take action or make a decision.

Front

What does it mean to 'burn the midnight oil'?

Back

It means to stay up late working on something.