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Idioms Making Mean3
Idioms from Making Meaning #3
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| feel like a million dollars | feel healthy and happy |
| go the extra mile | do more than is necessary or expected |
| neck and neck | tied, either competitor could win |
| dressed to kill | wearing your best clothes to make yourself noticeable |
| nosing around | snooping or looking about or searing in a sneaky way |
| over the moon about | very happy |
| pay no mind | pay no attention, or ignore something or someone |
| step up to the plate | take responsibility for doing something |
| miss the boat | too late to get something you want |
| down to the wire | when the results are decided at the minute or in the last few seconds |
| take a crack at it | to attempt or try something |
| get on board | accept or go along with something |
| dead on your feet | extremely tired |