Destination C1C2 idioms database

A very small amount that will not have much effect

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The cost of a hotel for one night is a drop in the ocean for a big company like that

A place where you feel as relaxed as you do in your own home

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Everyone knows me at this hotel, so it’s a real home from home

Used for saying that someone will never change their behavior or character

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Jimmy says he’s changed, but a leopard part can’t change its spots, you know

Someone or something that you are very pleased to see

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you’re a sight for sore eyes. Thank goodness you are here.

it is better to act or deal with problems immediately, because if you wait and dealwith them later, things will get worse and the problems will take longer to deal with

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A stitch in time saves nine, so I decided to take a break and find a better place to work.

very close to

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The apartment is just a stone's throw from the sea.

"Is your house far from here?" "No, it's only a stone's throw away."

a small problem or weakness in a person or system that can result in failure:

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Maths has always been my Achilles heel. /əˌkɪl.iːz ˈhiːl/

make an argument or bad situation worse:

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add fuel to the fire

used to tell someone to be patient because the thing they are eager for will happen when the time is right:

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Be patient, you'll hear the result all in good time.

all modern conveniences, the machines and pieces of equipment in your house that make life easy and comfortable

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The kitchen is fully equipped with all mod cons including a dishwasher.