Idiomatic Expressions (Grade 6)

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What does the idiom 'curiosity killed the cat' mean?

Back

Being too curious can get you into trouble.

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What does it mean when someone says 'You are the apple of my eye'?

Back

It means that someone is valued highly.

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What does the idiom 'costs an arm and a leg' imply?

Back

It implies that something is very expensive.

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What does it mean to have 'a heart of gold'?

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It means to be very good and kind to other people.

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

Back

It means to find the exact answer.

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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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Can you give an example of an idiom related to time?

Back

'Time flies' is an idiom meaning that time passes quickly.

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What does the idiom 'break the ice' mean?

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It means to initiate conversation in a social setting.

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What does 'barking up the wrong tree' mean?

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It means to pursue a mistaken or misguided course of action.

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

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