Ch 5- Idioms & Metaphorical Language

Question 1

A given

Answer 1

Noun

Something taken for granted, something assumed it does not require proof

” when going on a date it is a given that the guy will pay”

Question 2

Albatross

Answer 2

A constant burden or worry, an obstacle

“An albatross around one’s neck” – burden

Question 3

All but

Answer 3

Almost definitely

” the bill’s passage is all but assured” – almost certainty will be passed

Question 4

And yet

Answer 4

Stronger way of saying yet for emphasis indicating a surprising twist or ironic realization

Question 5

Account for

Answer 5

To take into consideration or make an adjustments based on cause

“I accounted for the fact that Stephan is always late by telling him to meet us earlier than everyone else”