Unit 1: Expressions With Prepositions

Question 1

To go for something

Answer 1

To try to achieve a goal,or try to
attract someone’s romantic interest.
Ex, It sounds like a great idea, Jim; you
should go for it!

Question 2

To have a lot on your plate

Answer 2

To have something, usually a large
amount of important work, to deal
with.
I’ve got a lot on my plate these days
and I rarely see my Friends.

Question 3

To work around the clock

Answer 3

All day and night
We had to work around the clock
in order to meet the deadline.

Question 4

By a mile

Answer 4

By a very large amount.
The position was offered to Michael
as he was the best candidate by a
mile.

Question 5

To be under fire

Answer 5

To be criticized
The manager was under fire
for his unpopular decisions.

Question 6

Without a hitch

Answer 6

Smoothly, easily and successfully.
Luckily, everything went without a
hitch and the event was a huge
success.