Fun with Idioms and Expressions

What does 'in hot water' mean?

• To be in a heated argument.

• To be in a state of relaxation.

• To be in a warm climate.

• To be in trouble or facing difficulties.

If someone 'puts their foot in it', what have they done?

• They have made a new friend.

• They have completed a task successfully.

• They have made a social blunder or said something embarrassing.

• They have won a competition.

What does it mean to be 'working against the clock'?

• To be under pressure to complete a task quickly due to time constraints.

• To be taking a break from work.

• To be enjoying a leisurely pace while completing tasks.

• To be working on a project with no deadlines.

What does 'running out of time' imply?

• Being able to finish a task ahead of schedule.

• A lack of sufficient time to complete a task.

• Feeling rushed but still having enough time.

• Having too much time to complete a task.

If someone 'hits the nail on the head', what have they done?

• They have accurately identified or addressed a problem.

• They have created a new issue.

• They have ignored the problem entirely.

• They have made a mistake in their assessment.

What does 'close to my heart' refer to?

• A type of emotional distress.

• Something that is very important or meaningful to someone.

• A physical location that is hard to reach.

• A common phrase used in cooking.

What does the phrase 'let's face it' suggest?

• Acknowledging a difficult truth.

• Embracing a positive outlook.

• Ignoring the problem altogether.

• Celebrating a recent success.

What does it mean to 'keep an eye on it'?

• To ignore something completely.

• To make a decision without any information.

• To delegate the task to someone else.

• To monitor or watch something closely.

If you ask someone 'can you give me a hand', what are you requesting?

• You are requesting a favor in return.

• You are asking for a physical object.

• You are requesting help or assistance.

• You are inquiring about someone's ability to lift something.

What does 'it's not my cup of tea' mean?

• It means something is very enjoyable.

• It refers to a type of tea.

• It means that something is not to one's liking.

• It indicates a preference for coffee over tea.