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Since he was given a promotion, he’s been acting like a _____.

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big shot – important person.

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I’m just going to _____. I know that eventually a position will open.

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bide one’s time – wait patiently for the right opportunity.

bide my time

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She made a _____ when her meal was served cold.

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big stink – an angry and loud complaint.

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The girl’s mother told her daughter about the ____ during the summer holidays.

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birds and bees - facts about sex and birth.

birds and the bees

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I told her I would help her in her job, but it seems that’s all I’ve been doing lately. I think I ____

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bit off more than one can chew – trying to do more than one can physically and mentally handle.

bit off more than I could chew.

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