Idioms for IELTS
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A tooth for a tooth
Definition:
To punish someone for an offence one does.
Example:
She deserved a tooth for a tooth and i am glad she got a good one.
A Penny for Your Thoughts
Definition:
asksomeone who is being very quiet about, what is on their mind.
Example:
For several minutes they sat silently, then finally she looked at him and said, “A penny for your thoughts, Walter.”
Against the clock
Definition:
do something as fast as possible and try to finish it before a certain time.
Example:
With her term paper due on Monday, she was racing against the clock to finish it.
be sick to death of something
Definition:
to be angry and bored because something unpleasant has been happening for too long
Example:
I’m sick to death of doing nothing but work. Let’s go out tonight and have fun.
be all ears
Definition:
eager and ready to listen
Example:
I’m all ears, waiting to hear your latest excuse for not getting this job done!
Chip off the old block
Definition:
To resemble one’s parents.
Example:
Their son was just a chip off the old block with blue eyes of his father and a smile that bore resemblance to his mother.
Down to earth
Definition:
practical and realistic; Back to reality
Example:
It’s time we were brought down to earth to figure out a difficult situation, and offer a good solution.
Full of beans
Definition:
A person who is lively, active and healthy.
Example:
I really enjoy being with my best friend because he is always full of beans.
Get a head start
Definition:
Start before all others.
Example:
This year we’ll get a head start on the competition by running more advertisements.
hard feelings
Definition:
the emotion of being upset or offended.
Example:
I am sorry I have to fire you. No hard feelings, okay?
Thank you
Share with friends and family.
There’s always room for bliss.
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