Idiomatic Expressions Flashcards
1
Q
Sharp as a tack
A
Very bright
2
Q
Swamped
A
Overwhelmed
3
Q
Dodged a bullet
A
Avoided a problem
4
Q
Playing the devil’s advocate
A
Putting forth counter- agreements
5
Q
Dry run
A
Rehearsal
6
Q
A smoking gun
A
Obvious proof of guilt
7
Q
Cold turkey
A
Abruptly
8
Q
In a nutshell
A
In summary
9
Q
The grass is always greener on the other side.
A
Some other place is always better than where you are.
10
Q
Don’t cry over spilled milk.
A
Do not regret what can not be changed.
11
Q
Have your cake and eat it on.
A
Wanting it both ways.
