Practice English shadowing Everyday Idioms for Feelings, Travel, Time and People
Shadowing lesson · Everyday Idioms for Feelings, Travel, Time and People

Everyday Idioms for Feelings, Travel, Time and People — English shadowing practice

Practise turning literal ideas like being very happy, needing a break or stopping work into natural idiomatic expressions.

Level: C1 · Advanced 207 lines 1 minute of speech 159 words a minute About 44 minutes
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111 Advanced English Idioms in Context

C1 · 27-minute practice
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Hello everyone and welcome back to English with Lucy today I have got a mammoth vide￿…

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The material groups idioms around practical themes such as happiness, travel, time, relationships and personality, making them easier to retrieve by situation.

  • The material groups idioms around practical themes such as happiness, travel, time, relationships and personality, making them easier to retrieve by situation.
  • Many expressions are immediately followed by meanings or examples, so learners can practise both recognition and contextual use.
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To call it a day or to call it a night this is to stop what you're doing but because you don't want to do any more or you think you have done enough after…
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on cloud nine

extremely happy informal idiom

“Cloud nine this is a state of complete happiness or Euphoria Tabitha was on cloud nine when she found out her mum was coming for a visit Five…”

take a rain check

decline now and suggest doing it another time informal

“Sorry I can't make it tonight can I take a rain check and reschedule okay next topic now I tend to catch the travel bug from…”

call it a day

stop working because you have done enough informal

“To call it a day or to call it a night this is to stop what you're doing but because you don't want to do any more or you think you have done enough after…”

in the nick of time

just before it becomes too late neutral idiom

“The nick of time this means just in time or at the last possible moment he arrived at the airport in the nick of time just…”

let the cat out of the bag

reveal a secret informal idiom

“To let the cat out of the bag this is to reveal a secret or disclose confidential…”
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Why does the speaker use 'take a rain check' in the example?

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Because the person cannot attend now and wants to reschedule. The caption directly combines the phrase with an apology about tonight and a request to reschedule.

What happens when someone is stood up?

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They are left waiting because the other person does not arrive for the planned meeting or date. The definition explicitly describes someone waiting for a person who does not show up.

Why did the people in the example have to go back to square one￿

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Because a computer crash deleted their files. The caption connects the loss of the files with restarting the project.

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Answer these real situations out loud, then compare with one possible answer.

A friend invites you to dinner tonight, but you already have plans. Decline politely while showing that you still want to meet.

take a rain check

You and a colleague have been working on a project for several hours and have completed enough for today. Suggest stopping work.

call it a day

Someone mentions a surprise party in front of the person it was meant to surprise. Describe what the person accidentally did.

let the cat out of the bag
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  1. 010:00Hello everyone and welcome back to English with Lucy today I have got a mammoth vide￿…7.3s
  2. 020:07For you as I'm sure you've seen in the title you are going to learn… 111 idioms… But actually there…10.0s
  3. 030:17Might be a couple more in there you'll have to see now I'm sure you've got ants in your pants I'm sure you're very excited…6.7s
  4. 040:23To start this lesson that was an idiom number one but before we get started I have got the most fantastic…7.0s
  5. 050:31Free gift for you to download right now in this lesson we're going to discuss over 111… Idioms with the pronunciation with…9.8s
  6. 060:41The definition and an example well… I have created a free ebook… To go with today's lesson… It contains all of the information…9.7s
  7. 070:51And loads of quizzes so that you can test your understanding of the idioms if you'd like to download that free ebook that I've made especially for…9.5s
  8. 081:00This lesson all… You've got to do is click on the link in the description box you enter your name and your email address you…7.6s
  9. 091:08Sign up to my mailing list and then the free ebook will arrive directly in your email inbox after that you've…7.0s
  10. 101:15Joined the PDF Club you will automatically receive all of my free weekly lesson PDFs along with all of my news course…7.7s
  11. 111:23Updates and offers it's a free service and you can unsubscribe at any time okay let's get started with the idioms so to make this easier for you and more comprehensive…9.8s
  12. 121:33I've separated today's idioms…2.2s
  13. 131:35Into various categories so that everything is nice and organized for you it also looks beautiful in the ebook my aim is to train you to have idioms…9.7s
  14. 141:44Ready for any situation I think that the best place to start is…5.0s
  15. 151:50To learn some idioms to talk about different levels of happiness and excitement number one in…7.1s
  16. 161:57Seventh heaven this means extreme extremely happy or joyful she was in seventh heaven after finding out she was pregnant two…9.1s
  17. 172:06To paint the town red to… Go out and enjoy oneself by engaging in Lively activities after…7.2s
  18. 182:14Their exams Oliver and his mates decided to paint the town red by hitting as many pubs as they could three… Over the moon this…9.8s
  19. 192:24Means extremely delighted or thrilled when he received his dream job offer he was over the moon with excitement four… Similar on…9.7s
  20. 202:33Cloud nine this is a state of complete happiness or Euphoria Tabitha was on cloud nine when she found out her mum was coming for a visit Five…10.3s
  21. 212:44On Top of the World feeling… Extremely successful confident…5.1s
  22. 222:49And happy I just landed the lead part in a play I'm on top of the world six… To have a whale of a time t￿…8.8s
  23. 232:58Have an extremely enjoyable and exciting time during their vacation they had a whale of a Time exploring… The beautiful beaches and seven to…9.5s
  24. 243:08Have the time of one's life to have an exceptionally enjoyable or memorable experience…6.3s
  25. 253:15With The Wind in their hair and the ocean beneath their boards they surfed having the time of Their Lives full of the joys of spring this is slightly more old-fashioned…10.2s
  26. 263:25To be extremely happy cheerful or full of enthusiasm…4.5s
  27. 273:30Even though the rain showed no signs of letting up she sat in her cozy chair with her book full of the joys of spring nine…8.0s
  28. 283:38To make one's day this is to greatly please or Delight someone receiving…5.8s
  29. 293:44A handwritten letter from her favorite author made her day and number 10 to conclude this section in…7.0s
  30. 303:51Raptures about or over in raptures about and raptures over in a state of extreme Delight or excitement…8.1s
  31. 313:59About something the audience was in Raptors over the hilarious performance by The Improv Comedy act let's…7.0s
  32. 324:06Move on to our next topic we also like to use idioms to talk about our overall health so let's have a look at some of my favorites we have number 11 to…9.4s
  33. 334:16Kick the bucket this is to die or pass away no…4.8s
  34. 344:21Bob isn't coming to the reunion he kicked the bucket last spring 12 a clean bill of health this is a statement or certification…9.8s
  35. 354:31Of being in good health after a thorough medical examination the doctor gave me a clean bill of health 13.8.9s
  36. 364:40Like death warmed up looking extremely ill or unhealthy…5.8s
  37. 374:46Sarah caught a terrible cold but went to work anyway despite looking like death warmed up 14…6.8s
  38. 384:53As fit as a fiddle this means in excellent physical health and condition… John exercises…7.3s
  39. 395:00Regularly to remain as fit as a fiddle at…3.1s
  40. 405:03The ripe old age of 86 15 to go under the knife this is to undergo surgery or a medical operation 16.10.1s
  41. 415:14To have one foot in the grave this is to be near death or in very poor health after his heart attack Tom…8.6s
  42. 425:22Felt like he had one foot in the grave and wasn't about to waste a single moment 17.5.7s
  43. 435:28To recharge one's batteries this is to take a break and rest to regain energy and strength Julia… Decided it was finally time to have a weekend getaway…10.3s
  44. 445:38To recharge her batteries 18 as right as rain this is imperfect order or condition perfectly fine…9.2s
  45. 455:48Although she had been feeling unwell after a good night's sleep she woke up feeling as right as rain number 19 as…7.1s
  46. 465:55Fresh as a daisy this is feeling or appearing refreshed and energetic I felt as fresh as a daisy after my long shower followed…9.4s
  47. 476:04By a warm cup of tea 20. As pale as a ghost or as pale as death not a death as…7.7s
  48. 486:12Death this is having a very pale complexion often due to fear illness or shock the loud crashing sound downstairs caused…9.4s
  49. 496:22Jane to turn as pale as a ghost number 21. A bag of bones if…5.5s
  50. 506:27Someone looks like a bag of bones they are very thin typically with prominent bones visible…6.0s
  51. 516:33She felt like a bag of bones after losing weight unintentionally okay next topic I'm…6.7s
  52. 526:40British it's going to be the weather weather is always a big topic here in the UK so it's no surprise that we have loads and loads of idioms that utilize different…9.7s
  53. 536:50Natural phenomena 22… To kick up a storm this is to cause a significant commotion or controversy the scandalous Revelation kicked…9.5s
  54. 546:59Up a storm of media frenzy sparking intense public interest 23.5.3s
  55. 557:05The Calm before the storm this is a period of relative peace or Tranquility before a more turbulent or difficult situation arises…9.8s
  56. 567:15The office seemed quiet but everyone knew it was just the Calm before the storm of the new product launch 24.7.4s
  57. 577:23To steal someone's Thunder this is to take attention or credit away from someone by doing or saying something that…8.4s
  58. 587:31Outshines or Eclipses their achievement or idea Phyllis had prepared an elaborate surprise but Jan's unexpected…9.3s
  59. 597:41Announcement stole her Thunder 25 were… There smoke there's fire this… Means if there are signs or indications of…8.9s
  60. 607:50A problem or issue it is likely that a problem or issue exists rumors about layoffs that the company have been circulating and where their smoke there's…9.7s
  61. 617:59Fire 26. To throw caution to the wind to… Act without considering the possible risks or Consequences despite the warnings he threw caution to the wind quite…10.5s
  62. 628:10Literally and went skydiving for the first time 27 to Chase rainbows…5.7s
  63. 638:16The pursue unrealistic or unattainable goals or dreams instead…5.8s
  64. 648:22Of focusing on practical career options he spent his life chasing rainbows and never achieved stability 28. A storm and a teacup that's…10.3s
  65. 658:32So British we love the weather and we also love tea a storm and a tea cup this is a situation that is exaggerated or…8.7s
  66. 668:41Blown out of proportion making…2.0s
  67. 678:43It seem more significant or serious than it actually is the argument between the colleagues turned out to be a storm in a teacup and was quickly resolved 29.9.7s
  68. 688:53Snowed under this is overwhelmed…3.5s
  69. 698:57With a large amount of work tasks or responsibilities with the approaching exams she was completely snowed under and had to study late into the night 30.9.5s
  70. 709:06To have one's head in the clouds this is to be daydreaming or not paying attention to or not being aware of…7.0s
  71. 719:13What is happening around oneself during the meeting Pierre seemed to have her head in the clouds and didn't contribute much 31.8.7s
  72. 729:22To take a rain check this is to decline an offer or invitation at the present time but suggest doing it at a later date…8.4s
  73. 739:31Sorry I can't make it tonight can I take a rain check and reschedule okay next topic now I tend to catch the travel bug from…9.0s
  74. 749:40Time to time and I'm sure a lot of you do too so…2.8s
  75. 759:43Let's learn some idioms related to travel as well as some idioms that utilize travel related vocabulary starting with number 32 first…9.4s
  76. 769:52For adventure this is a strong desire or craving for exciting and daring experiences…6.9s
  77. 779:59My group of friends and I planned an epic road trip to satisfy our Collective thirst for adventure 33.8.4s
  78. 7810:08Off the Beaten Track this… Means in a remote or Less Traveled location away… From the mainstream or popular tourist…9.1s
  79. 7910:17Areas they decided to go camping in a small village off the Beaten Track to escape the crowds 34 to…7.2s
  80. 8010:24Have itchy feet this is to have a strong desire or restlessness…4.0s
  81. 8110:28To travel or explore new place is after staying in the same city for years we had itchy feet and wanted to experience new cultures 35.9.6s
  82. 8210:38To get away from it all this is to escape or to take a break from one's usual routine or responsibilities often…8.0s
  83. 8310:46In search of relaxation escaping to a remote tropical island is the perfect way to get away from it all 36.7.9s
  84. 8410:55To hit the road this is to begin a journey or trip usually by driving it's…5.7s
  85. 8511:01Time to hit the road and start our next adventure we can also use this one to say we are leaving… It's time to hit the road see you tomorrow 37…8.4s
  86. 8611:09Hustle and bustle this is busy and noisy activity often associated with a crowded or Lively environment…8.1s
  87. 8711:18The city center was full of hustle and bustle with people rushing around 38…4.6s
  88. 8811:23To catch some raids this is to spend time in the sun often to relax or sunbathe…5.9s
  89. 8911:29They headed to the beach to catch some rays and enjoy the warm summer weather 39… A mile a minute this is at…9.2s
  90. 9011:38A very fast or rapid Pace…1.9s
  91. 9111:40Quickly and energetically she talks a mile a minute but always has something interesting to say 40 in the same boat this…9.9s
  92. 9211:50Means in the same situation or predicament as others facing…4.1s
  93. 9311:54A common challenge or circumstance we may have different backgrounds but during tough times we're all in the same boat 41 right…8.7s
  94. 9412:03Up one street this is perfectly suited or aligned with one's interests or preferences…7.2s
  95. 9512:10With her passion for cooking this culinary class is going to be right up her street okay next topic time we also have loads…8.1s
  96. 9612:18Of idioms to talk about time and getting tasks done we don't have a moment to lose so let's get on with the first one we have 42 Round…10.0s
  97. 9712:28The Clock this… Means all day and all night without stopping my mum was a nurse who often worked Round the Clock to take care of her patients 43.10.5s
  98. 9812:39To call it a day or to call it a night this is to stop what you're doing but because you don't want to do any more or you think you have done enough after…8.9s
  99. 9912:48Hours of negotiations that were going around in circles they decided to call it a night 44…5.5s
  100. 10012:53The Moment of Truth this is the time when a person or thing is tested or a decision has to be made…8.4s
  101. 10113:02The job interview had arrived and it was the moment of truth to Showcase his skills and qualifications 45 love…8.7s
  102. 10213:11This one donkey's years this means a very long time he's been telling that same joke for donkey's years but it still manages to get a few laughs 46.10.3s
  103. 10313:21Once in a blue moon this means very rarely he doesn't eat out often it only happens once in a blue moon 47 Round…9.4s
  104. 10413:31The Corner this is very near or happening soon the deadline for this project is just around the corner so we need to pick up the pace 48 like clockwork…10.2s
  105. 10513:41This means happening exactly as planned without any trouble or delay the wedding went like clockwork with…7.5s
  106. 10613:48Every detail perfectly timed okay these next three are all quite similar in meaning we have 49 down… To the wire meaning until…9.0s
  107. 10713:57The last possible moment with only seconds left on the clock the game went down to the wire keeping Spectators on edge 50 at…9.2s
  108. 10814:07The 11th hour at…1.5s
  109. 10914:08The last possible moment the deal was saved at the 11th Hour when an unknown investor stepped in with the necessary funds and 51 in…9.9s
  110. 11014:18The nick of time this means just in time or at the last possible moment he arrived at the airport in the nick of time just…8.7s
  111. 11114:27As his flight was due to depart okay next topic who doesn't enjoy gossiping about love and relationships…7.3s
  112. 11214:35Well these idioms will be perfect for your next chin…4.3s
  113. 11314:39Wag let's start with number 52 to fall Head Over Heels this is to fall deeply in love or to become infatuated…7.8s
  114. 11414:47With someone or something like an animal when she saw the adorable puppy she fell head over heels and knew she had to adopt it 53.9.8s
  115. 11514:57The apple of one's eye this is someone or something that is cherished or highly valued by…6.8s
  116. 11615:04Someone else his daughter is the apple of his eye he adores her 54 to…5.2s
  117. 11715:09Tie the knot this is to get married or enter into a formal Union after years of dating they decided it was time to finally tie the knot 55…9.6s
  118. 11815:19Distill one's heart this is to Captivate or charm someone in a way that they fall in love or become deeply attracted…9.5s
  119. 11915:28Her infectious laughter and warm personality instantly stole his heart 56.5.5s
  120. 12015:35To pop the question this is to propose marriage to someone with the diamond ring hidden in his coat pocket he planned the perfect moment to pop the question 57…9.7s
  121. 12115:44To play hard to get this is to act uninterested… In order to increase one's desirability or attractiveness to another person…8.8s
  122. 12215:54It was clear she was interested but she couldn't resist playing hard to get adding to the excitement 58… To hit it off with someone this…9.5s
  123. 12316:03Is to have an instant connection or rapport with someone from the moment they met they hit it off and became close friends 59…7.9s
  124. 12416:11To be stood up this is to be intentionally or unexpectedly left waiting for someone who… Doesn't show up for a planned meeting or date Glenda…10.5s
  125. 12516:22Arrived at the restaurant eagerly only… To be stood up by her date and…4.3s
  126. 12616:2660 a match made in heaven this is a couple or pairing that is perfectly suited for each other and seems destined to be together with…9.4s
  127. 12716:36Their shared interests and values they truly are a match made in heaven 61. An old flame this is a past romantic… Partner or love interest when…10.3s
  128. 12816:46Marcia moved back to her hometown she reconnected… With an old flame from sixth form okay next topic we have so many color…8.4s
  129. 12916:54Related idioms you've actually already seen a couple but let's go over some of the most common 62…5.8s
  130. 13017:00To get the green light this is to receive permission to proceed with…4.7s
  131. 13117:05A project or action we finally got the green light to start the new marketing campaign 63…6.3s
  132. 13217:11Out of the blue this is suddenly and unexpectedly I hadn't heard from him in years but then he called me out of the blue 64.8.9s
  133. 13317:21Green With Envy this is very jealous or envious she was Green With Envy when she saw her friend's new car 65.8.5s
  134. 13417:30To be tickled pink this is to be very pleased or amused Tony was tickled pink by the surprise party his…8.5s
  135. 13517:38Friends threw for him at the office 66… Golden opportunity…4.8s
  136. 13617:43This is an excellent opportunity that is not likely to be repeated this…5.9s
  137. 13717:49Job is a golden opportunity for someone with a background in journalism like yourself 67.6.1s
  138. 13817:56Rose-colored or Rose tinted spectacles this is an optimistic perception of something or a really positive perspective often…9.1s
  139. 13918:05Used when we look back in the past note that you can also say glasses instead of spectacles…4.7s
  140. 14018:10She always sees the world through Rose tinted spectacles but sometimes I feel she really needs a reality check there's a bonus idiom there reality…8.2s
  141. 14118:18Check this is an event or situation that brings a person back to the harsh or practical realities of Life 68.7.3s
  142. 14218:26A gray area this is a situation not clearly defined or that falls between two extremes their…7.6s
  143. 14318:33Relationship was undefined existing in a gray area between friendship and romance 69…6.3s
  144. 14418:40To be caught red-handed this is to catch someone in the act of doing something wrong my…6.8s
  145. 14518:47Daughter was caught stealing biscuits red-handed or should I say biscuit-faced 70. Yellow-bellied or just yellow this…9.1s
  146. 14618:56Means cowardly or easily scared he was too yellow-bellied to confront his boss about the ongoing issues he faced and last one for this topic on…10.4s
  147. 14719:06A silver platter if…1.6s
  148. 14819:08You are given something on a silver platter it's given to you without having to work or make an effort for it he expected success to come to him effortlessly always…9.3s
  149. 14919:17Wanting things served on a silver platter okay new topic like colors animals are also really popular subjects…7.4s
  150. 15019:25In idioms and luckily they tend to be some of the best ones let's look at number 72… Eager Beaver this is a person who is enthusiastic energetic…9.8s
  151. 15119:35And eager to work or participate Rommel is always the first one to volunteer for new projects he is such an eager beaver 73 t￿…8.6s
  152. 15219:43Take the bull by the horns this is to confront a difficult or challenging situation directly and decisively instead…7.2s
  153. 15319:51Of avoiding the issue he decided to take the bull by the horns and address the problem head-on 74.6.1s
  154. 15419:57To let the cat out of the bag this is to reveal a secret or disclose confidential…5.4s
  155. 15520:02Information unintentionally or carelessly my dad couldn't contain his excitement and let the cat out of the bag about our vacation destination 75…9.3s
  156. 15620:12Until the cows come home this means for a very long time… Indefinitely Or…5.4s
  157. 15720:17Without a definite end I know you want to play video games until the cows come home but eventually you need to do your homework 76…8.8s
  158. 15820:26To drop like flies this is to rapidly decrease in number or weaken significantly often…7.5s
  159. 15920:34Due to illness or other negative factors during the flu season people were dropping like flies and the hospital was overwhelmed 77 to…8.8s
  160. 16020:43Hold one's horses this is to be patient…3.2s
  161. 16120:46Wait or stop rushing I know you're excited but hold your horses let's make a plan first 78 is to pig out to…9.4s
  162. 16220:55Pig out this means to eat excessively or indulge in large quantities of food often in an uncontrolled manner after…7.7s
  163. 16321:03Weeks of dieting he decided to pig out and enjoy a cheap day with all his favorite snacks…5.9s
  164. 16421:0979 is to smell a rat this is to suspect or sense that something is wrong or suspicious Carolina's…7.3s
  165. 16521:17Instincts told her to be cautious as she began to smell a rat in their business dealings…4.7s
  166. 16621:21A.T did you hear this one at the start to have ants in one's pants this is to be unable to sit still or to be restless due to impatience…8.9s
  167. 16721:30Excitement or anxiety I've Got Ants in My Pants about this presentation tomorrow help me calm down 81.7.4s
  168. 16821:38To have other or bigger fish to fry this is to have more important or pressing matters to attend to to be preoccup…8.3s
  169. 16921:46Fight with other tasks or concerns… Sorry I can't join you for dinner tonight I have other fish to fry with this project deadline okay new topic next…9.4s
  170. 17021:56Up we have some incredible idioms that are perfect for describing people specifically people with unique character traits let's start with 82…9.0s
  171. 17122:05Chatterbox this is a person who talks a lot my little niece is such a chatterbox she can talk for hours about the most random things 83.9.6s
  172. 17222:15Loose Cannon and my husband sometimes calls me loose as in a short for Lucy Canon…5.9s
  173. 17322:21This is a person who behaves in an uncontrolled or unpredictable…4.7s
  174. 17422:25Manner often causing damage or danger he's a loose cannon you never know what he might say or do next 84. Wet blanket…9.1s
  175. 17522:34This is a person who spoils other people's Fun by failing to join in with or by disapproving of their activities don't…8.2s
  176. 17622:43Invite him to the party he's such a wet blanket 85… To blow one's own trumpet this is to boast or brag about one's own abilities or achievements…10.2s
  177. 17722:53He never misses an opportunity to blow his own trumpet 86.4.3s
  178. 17822:57The salt of the earth this is a person or people of great kindness reliability or honesty…7.9s
  179. 17923:05She's the salt of the earth always ready to help those in need 87.4.3s
  180. 18023:10Fair weather friend this is a person who is only a friend when circumstances are Pleasant or profitable… When I was rich I had many friends but…10.0s
  181. 18123:20I found out most of them were just fair weather friends number 88 is a jack of all trades this is a person who can do many different types of work but…8.6s
  182. 18223:29Who is not necessarily very competent at…3.2s
  183. 18323:32Any of them we often call it a jack of all trades but a master of none an example he's a jack of all trades he can fix anything in the house 89…9.2s
  184. 18423:41A worry wart this is a person who tends to worry a lot habitually and also needlessly don't…7.2s
  185. 18523:48Be such a worry wart everything will be fine number 90 is…3.7s
  186. 18623:52An armchair critic this is a person who offers advice or an opinion on something in which they have no expertise or involvement he's…8.7s
  187. 18724:01An armchair critic always talking about football but never playing it and number 91 the last in this topic free spirit this is a person who lives according…10.4s
  188. 18824:11To their own wishes and beliefs unconstrained by society's conventions Shannon's… A true free spirit finding…6.3s
  189. 18924:17Joy and Simple Pleasures and embracing life's Little Adventures okay now let's learn some common idioms that utilize numbers…7.3s
  190. 19024:25There are loads of these idioms as well so we're going to just scratch the surface right now we have number 92 to…7.7s
  191. 19124:32Dress to the nines this is to dress in a stylish elegant or glamorous manner you can also say to dress to kill as well but no numbers involved there my…10.0s
  192. 19224:42Mum always dresses to the nines for special occasions like parties…3.5s
  193. 19324:46And weddings number 93 is to put two and two together this is to infer or to do something by combining or connecting available information or…9.7s
  194. 19424:56Clues when she saw the muddy Footprints and wet raincoat she put two and two together and realized he'd been outside in the rain number 94 in…9.3s
  195. 19525:05Two minds this is to be uncertain or undecided to have conflicting…5.4s
  196. 19625:11Thoughts or opinions about something my uncle was in two minds about accepting the job offer because it meant moving to a different city 95… 9-5 that…9.9s
  197. 19725:21Works well didn't it this is referring to regular… Office or business hours a typical full-time…6.2s
  198. 19825:27Job he works a nine to five job from Monday to Friday and enjoys his weekends off 96 is back to square one or back at square one this is returning…10.0s
  199. 19925:37To the beginning or starting point of a task or process often due to a lack of progress or a setback…6.3s
  200. 20025:43After the computer crashed and deleted all the files they had to start the project back at square one 97…6.1s
  201. 20125:50The third degree this is intense or thorough questioning often to extract information or elicit a confession detective…9.2s
  202. 20225:59Roberts gave the suspect the third degree…2.5s
  203. 20326:01Relentlessly questioning and probing for answers to solve the case 98 two left feet this is lacking coordination or being clumsy…9.5s
  204. 20426:11Especially when it comes to dancing of physical activities…3.9s
  205. 20526:15I can't dance I've got two left feet and always end up stepping on my partner's toes 99 tw￿…6.0s
  206. 20626:21Peas in a pod this means two people or things that are very similar or nearly identical often…6.1s
  207. 20726:28Used to describe close friends or siblings they have the same taste in music fashion and hobbies they're like two peas in a pod 100.8.7s
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