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Dec/Jan WW
Idioms
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| at a crossroads | point in life where you have to choose |
| barking up the wrong tree | making a wrong assumption |
| beat around the bush | discuss something without getting to the point |
| between a rock and a hard place | very difficult decision |
| break the bank | losing money, going overboard |
| calm before the storm | period of peace before a chaotic event |
| cross that bridge when we get to it | don't worry until it actually happens |
| down to earth | realistic, practical, a good character trait |
| fly off the handle | become very angry or lose control |
| give them a run for their money | challenge someone's skill |
| hold out an olive branch | offer peace and forgiveness |
| let the cat out of the bag | reveal a secret |
| call it a day | done, finished, stop working |
| rock the boat | disrupt a situation that is going fine |
| hit the nail on the head | correct, exactly right |
| hold your horses | slow down, be patient, wait |
| light at the end of tunnel | you are almost done with something challenging, there is hope, outcome is approaching |
| make ends meet | to have JUST enough money to cover ESSENTIAL expenses |
Created by:
cregan05