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 'let the cat out of the bag' mean?

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To reveal a secret or disclose information that was meant to be kept hidden.

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What does 'break a leg' mean in a performance context?

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It is a way to wish someone good luck.

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

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It means something is very expensive.

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What does 'cry wolf' mean?

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To raise a false alarm or ask for help when it is not needed.

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What does 'at the end of your rope' mean?

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It means to be completely out of patience or to have no more options left.

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What does 'on cloud 9' mean?

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It means to be extremely happy or in a state of bliss.

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What does 'couch potato' mean?

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It refers to a person who is lazy and spends a lot of time sitting or lying down, often watching TV.

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What does 'time flies' mean?

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It means that time seems to pass very quickly.

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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.