A video which describes ten common English idioms.
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Here are the idioms from the video:
A Couch Potato
Meaning: A person who watches a lot of television and
has an inactive lifestyle.
Example: He watches tv and eats junk food all day.
He’s such a couch potato.
A Race Against Time
Meaning: A situation where something must be done
quickly before it is too late.
Example: It’s a race against time, because we will
give the presentation in just two days’ time.
All Your Eggs in One Basket
Meaning: Don’t put all your resources or hopes in one
place as you could lose everything.
Example: Buying only one stock is risky. You
shouldn’t put all your eggs in one basket. You should buy other companies.
The Best Thing Since Sliced
Bread
Meaning: A person or thing that is considered to be
very good.
Example: I love this new phone app. It’s the best
thing since sliced bread.
Burn the Candle at Both Ends
Meaning: Go to bed late and get up early.
Example: I’m so tired. I’ve been burning the candle at
both ends. I’ve been working long hours and then coming home and writing my
school assignment until late.
Drink Like A Fish
Meaning: Drink a large amount of alcohol.
Example: I’ve never seen anyone drink as much as
Tony. He drinks like fish.
Over The Moon
Meaning: Extremely pleased or happy.
Example: I’m so happy that I got my dream job. I’m
over the moon.
The Early Bird Catches the
Worm
Meaning: The first person to act first will have the
advantage.
Example: You should buy your tickets early, before the
best seats sell out. The early bird catches the worm.
Time Flies
Meaning: Time passes surprisingly quickly.
Example: Oh, my gosh! Is that the time already? I’m
going to be late for class. Time flies when you’re having fun.
Sleep on It
Meaning: Delay making a decision until the next day.
Example: I’m unsure, so I’ll sleep on it and tell you
my decision tomorrow.
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