FCE Idioms Flashcard

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What does the idiom 'beat around the bush' mean?

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To avoid saying something directly by talking about other things.

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What does the idiom 'speak your mind' mean?

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To say what you think; to state your opinion.

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What does the idiom 'put a brave face on something' mean?

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To pretend that you feel confident when you do not.

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What does the idiom 'be snowed under' mean?

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Having a lot of work to do.

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What does the idiom 'not make head or tail of something' mean?

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To be unable to understand something.

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What does the idiom 'hit the nail on the head' mean?

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To describe exactly what is causing a situation or problem.

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What does the idiom 'let the cat out of the bag' mean?

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To reveal a secret or a surprise by accident.

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

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It is up to you to make the next decision or take action.

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What does the idiom 'break the ice' mean?

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To initiate conversation in a social setting.

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What does the idiom 'cost an arm and a leg' mean?

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To be very expensive.