Idioms Flashcards

1
Q

to begin to use good judgment

A

come to one’s senses

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2
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If something____ , it makes that person think that they are very important and makes them a less pleasant person

A

go to someone’s head

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3
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be able to think quickly and make sensible decisions

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have your wits about you

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4
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not have any way of proving that you’re right abt sth

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not have a leg to stand on

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5
Q

to be unable to get a general understanding of a situation because you are too worried about the details

A

not see the wood for the trees

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6
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to sound familiar but unable to remember the exact details

A

ring a bell

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7
Q

crazy

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round the bend

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