Chapter 11 Flashcards
1
Q
Dream of ( doing) something
A
Think about something that you wish for the future
2
Q
Out of the ordinary
A
Unusual ; different
3
Q
A pipe dream
A
An unrealistic plan
4
Q
Keep up ( with someone or something )
A
Maintain the pace ( of someone or something)
5
Q
Hit the road
A
Leave, start a trip ( usually in a car )
6
Q
Get off to a good start
A
Have a successful beginning
7
Q
Run into someone or something
A
Meet someone or something unexpectedly
8
Q
Red tape
A
Unnecessary bureaucratic routines
9
Q
Out of one’s way
A
Not in the direction one is going
10
Q
Drive someone away
A
Force someone to leave
11
Q
The last leg
A
The final stage of a trip
12
Q
On the road
A
Traveling ; moving from one place to another
13
Q
Settle down
A
Begin to live a stable life in one place