Idioms Flashcards

(20 cards)

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What does the phrase A chill to the heart mean?

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Extreme fear

This phrase conveys a strong emotional response to fear.

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What does the phrase An eye for an eye refer to?

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Tit for tat

This expression implies giving back what one has received, often in terms of revenge.

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What does the phrase A beehive signify?

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A very busy place

This metaphor describes a location bustling with activity.

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What does the phrase At sixes and sevens mean?

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In state of confusion and disorder

This phrase refers to a chaotic or disorganized situation.

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What does the phrase A bone to pick imply?

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A controversy that must be resolved

This expression indicates a disagreement or issue that needs addressing.

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What does the phrase A fish out of water mean?

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In an uncomfortable position

This phrase describes someone who feels out of place.

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What does the phrase An apple of discord refer to?

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Cause of quarrels, dispute

This expression signifies something that leads to conflict.

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What does the phrase A dog’s life mean?

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Apathetic life

This phrase describes a life that is dull or lacking in excitement.

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What does the phrase A dime a dozen signify?

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Quite ordinary

This expression indicates something that is very common.

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What does the phrase A dark horse refer to?

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A competitor of unknown capability or skill

This phrase describes someone whose abilities are not well known.

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What does the phrase A cakewalk mean?

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An easy work

This expression indicates a task that is simple to accomplish.

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What does the phrase A man of straw imply?

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A man with no voice or will of his own

This phrase describes someone who lacks influence or authority.

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What does the phrase A black sheep mean?

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An unlucky person

This expression refers to someone who is different from the rest, often in a negative way.

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What does the phrase At a stone’s throw signify?

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At a very short distance

This phrase indicates proximity.

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What does the phrase To add a new feather in one’s cap mean?

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An accomplishment or achievement that one takes pride in

This expression signifies a personal achievement.

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What does the phrase A man of gold refer to?

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A kind and honest person

This phrase describes someone who is virtuous.

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What does the phrase To have an axe to grind imply?

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Selfish motive

This expression indicates having a personal agenda.

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What does the phrase A close-fisted person mean?

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Stingy, miserly

This phrase describes someone who is unwilling to spend money.

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What does the phrase At large signify?

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Still not caught by law

This expression refers to someone who is evading capture.

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What does the phrase At cross purposes mean?

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In conflict or opposition to someone

This phrase indicates a misunderstanding or disagreement between parties.