Idioms Flashcard

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What does 'in the same boat' mean?

Back

have the same problem

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What does 'not my cup of tea' mean?

Back

something I don't like

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What does 'hit the hay' mean?

Back

go to sleep

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What does 'down in the dumps' mean?

Back

sad

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What does 'butterflies in my stomach' mean?

Back

feel nervous

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What is an idiom?

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A phrase or expression that has a figurative meaning different from its literal meaning.

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Give an example of an idiom that means to be very happy.

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On cloud nine.

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What does 'break the ice' mean?

Back

To initiate conversation in a social setting.

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What does 'piece of cake' mean?

Back

Something very easy to do.

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What does 'spill the beans' mean?

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To reveal a secret.