Idioms, Adages, Proverbs

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What does 'a piece of cake' mean?

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Something is easy.

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What is an Idiom?

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A figure of speech that has a different meaning than what it says.

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What is an adage?

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A wise saying about something that is believed to be true in a culture.

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What does 'Slow and steady wins the race' mean?

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Taking your time and having patience is better than rushing through something.

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What does 'hold your horses' mean?

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Slow down!

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What is a proverb?

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A short, well-known saying that expresses a general truth or piece of advice.

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What does 'break the ice' mean?

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To initiate conversation in a social setting.

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What does 'barking up the wrong tree' mean?

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To make a wrong assumption or pursue a mistaken course of action.

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

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It is your turn to take action or make a decision.

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

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To be very expensive.