Amy Gilet - Idioms, Lesson 2

Question 1

to change one’s mind

Answer 1

to change one’s opinion or decision
Brandon wasn’t going to take a vacation this year but then he changed his mind and went to Bora Bora.
Did you changed your mind about becoming doctor ?

I was not going to learn about ancient art, but I’ve changed my mind and decided to not leave today’s work for tomorrow

Question 2

easier said than done

Answer 2

more difficult than you think
Moving into a new home is easier said than done

You need to redo all the work you have done last mont is easier said than done

Question 3

to get canned

Answer 3

to lose one’s job, to get fired
After Chris got canned it took him a year to find a new job

I am not doing my job in time, I think I can get canned for that.

Question 4

hang in there

Answer 4

to persevere, to not give up

I know you’re four games behind, but you can still win the match. Just hang in there

Question 5

if worse come to worst

Answer 5

in the worst case, if absolutely necessary
Ted’s car isn’t running well. If worse come to worst, he can take the bus to school

I will sell my home and rent one if worse comes to worst