Popular Idioms 4 Flashcards
It takes two to tango
Usually (not always) in an argument or a fight, both people have done something to the other to cause it.
Jump on the bandwagon
Join a popular trend or activity.
Last straw
The final problem in a series of problems. Similar to the straw that broke the camels back.
Let sleeping dogs lie
Meaning - do not disturb a situation as it is - since it would result in trouble or complications.
Let the cat out of the bag
To share information that was previously concealed
Make a long story short
Come to the point - leave out details so as to not take a long time explaning
Method to my madness
An assertion that, despite one’s approach seeming random, there actually is structure to it.
Miss the boat
This idiom is used to say that someone missed his or her chance
Not playing with a full deck
Someone who lacks intelligence.
On the ball
When someone understands the situation well.
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