idioms 5 march 21 Flashcards
1
Q
Back to the drawing board
A
When an attempt fails and it’s time to start all over.
2
Q
Ball is in your court
A
It is up to you to make the next decision or step
3
Q
Beat around the bush
A
Avoiding the main topic. Not speaking directly about the issue.
4
Q
Bite off more than you can chew
A
To take on a task that is way to big.
5
Q
Far cry from
A
Very different from.
6
Q
Feel a bit under the weather
A
Meaning: Feeling slightly ill.
7
Q
Give the benefit of the doubt
A
Believe someone’s statement, without proof.
8
Q
Hit the sack / sheets / hay
A
To go to bed.
9
Q
Let the cat out of the bag
A
To share information that was previously concealed
10
Q
Steal someone’s thunder
A
To take the credit for something someone else did.
