Idioms Flashcards

1
Q

To cause people to become agitated;
To cause trouble in a group of people;
To shock or alarm people

A

Quite a stir (quite a commotion)

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2
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Used to say that a dishonest plan or activity has been discovered and will not be allowed to continue

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The jig is up

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3
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To bring to a successful conclusion; accomplish; attain.
To gain as by hard work or effort
To achieve success

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Greater heights

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4
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To react to or face difficulties, setbacks, or adversity with high spirits or good cheer, especially when it is disingenuous or unauthentic.

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Putting up a front

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5
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Secret

Known to only a few people

A

Underwraps

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6
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Impossible to forget

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Burned into one’s mind

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7
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To take responsibility for something bad

A

Shoulder the blame

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8
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Refreshingly new, different and pleasing.

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Breath of fresh air

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9
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Enjoy oneself greatly

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Have a ball

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10
Q

Lie or bulshit
No lie
Liar/faker
Lying/faking

A

Cap
No cap
Capper
Capping

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