Idioms

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What does it mean if something 'costs an arm and a leg'?

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It means it is really expensive.

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What does 'once in a blue moon' mean?

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It means something that doesn’t happen very often.

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What does it mean to 'miss the boat'?

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It means to miss out on an opportunity.

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What does 'a dime a dozen' mean?

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It means something that is very common or not valuable.

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What does it mean to 'spill the beans'?

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It means to tell a secret.

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

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'On cloud nine' means to be very happy.

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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 'the ball is in your court' mean?

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

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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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