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Discussing
idioms
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| an open question | a matter which is undecided |
| a storm in a teacup (a tempest in a teapot AmE) | a lot of unnecessary anger and worry about a matter that is not important |
| cross swords (with sb. over sth.) | fight or argue |
| Drop the subject! | stop discussing this topic at once. |
| change (one's) mind | to change one's original opinion, choice, or plan. |
| bear (someone or something) in mind | to remember and consider something |
| make up (one's) mind | make a final decision after a period of consideration. |
| take something for granted | to never think about something because you believe it will always be available or stay exactly the same |
| come to the point / get to the point | to get to the important part (of something). |
| miss the point | misunderstand the essence or crux of something. |
| get the point | understand / comprehend something |
| make one's point | effectively communicate or explain one's opinion, idea, or point of view. |
| hold (one's) tongue | stay quiet despite wanting to say something |
| have the last word | say the final words in an argument or discussion |
| in a way | to some extent (but not completely) |
| all in all | everything being taken into account |
| for one thing | one reason is |
| out of place | not comfortable in or not suitable for a situation: |
| out of the question | not possible; having no chance; not permitted. |
| wrap up (the discussion) | to bring to a usually successful conclusion |