Expressions Flashcards
No if or buts
When we say to someone ‘no ifs or buts’ it means there is no negotiation, no compromise, and no excuses - it just has to be done. It can also mean there is no doubt.
No ifs or buts - you have to be in bed by ten o’clock.
We’ve all got to work really hard to complete this project by the deadline - no ifs or buts.
No ifs or buts - this is the best restaurant I have ever eaten at.
Wrap your head around it
You are taking the time to understand something or you have already taken the time to understand something.
Under the weather
Someone is sick, ill, or doesn’t feel well for some reason.
I’m feeling a bit under the weather, I’ll take the day off.
It’s not rocket science
Something is not complicated or to not make things more complicated than they need to be.
Hang in there
To keep going, keep moving forward, and to not give up with things get difficult.
Make a long story short
You are taking a lengthy story and abbreviating it by leaving some details out to make it briefer.
Call it day
To retire for the day, stop working and relax.
So far, so good
The progress so far is a success.
Get something off your chest
To admit something that you have not admitted before that is bothering you and causing you distress.
I don’t like
I’m not a fan of party.
Party is not my thing.
I’m not really into party.
I’m not crazy about parties.