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 'once in a blue moon' mean?

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It means something happens very rarely.

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What does 'hit the books' mean?

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It means to study hard.

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What does 'walking on eggshells' mean?

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It means to be very careful not to upset someone.

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What does 'toot my own horn' mean?

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It means to brag about one's own achievements.

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What does 'that's dirt cheap' mean?

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It means that something is very inexpensive.

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What is the meaning of 'break a leg'?

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It is a way to wish someone good luck, especially before a performance.

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What does 'piece of cake' mean?

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It means something is very easy to do.

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What does 'barking up the wrong tree' mean?

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

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

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