Learn Idioms #19 Flashcards
1
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to beat about the bush
A
discuss a matter without coming to the point.
2
Q
in lieu of
A
in the place of : instead of.
mem: lieu means instead
3
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in the red
A
spending and owing more money than is being earned
4
Q
cry over spilt milk
A
To dwell pointlessly on past misfortunes
5
Q
leave her in lurch
A
Abandon or desert someone in difficult straits
mem: lurch means stagger, unsteady , uncontrolled series of movement
6
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sit in judgement
A
assume the right to judge someone, especially in a critical manner.
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7
Q
took me to task
A
To scold, reprimand, lecture, or hold one accountable for some wrong or error they committed
8
Q
lose your head
A
lose self-control; panic.
9
Q
at sixes and sevens
A
in a state of total confusion or disarray.
10
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pulled up
A
come to a halt.
pitch up in an aircraft
