Fixed Expressions Flashcards
1
Q
It goes a long way to explain
A
Very strong reason
2
Q
It goes without saying that
A
It is obvious to me and you that
3
Q
To be born with a silver spoon
A
Born into a rich family
4
Q
To make ends meet
A
To make just enough money to survive
5
Q
It was going To be my thing
A
Something I would like
6
Q
I had ball
A
I had a good time
7
Q
Not let it get under your skin
A
Upset you
8
Q
Fell on stony ground
A
Were not appreciated
9
Q
Take the rough with the smooth
A
Accept good and bad times
10
Q
To grab them with both hands
A
Seize them
Take , hold
11
Q
To have a sweet
A
To have a sweet tooth .
Gostar de coisas doces
12
Q
To have the runs
A
To have diarrhea
13
Q
To feel out of one’s depth
A
To be placed in an entirely new context without any experience or skills to deal with it
