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English Most popular idioms

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English Most popular idioms
English idioms Definition 
A group of words in a fixed order that have a particular meaning that is different from the meanings of each word on its own
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Rule Of Thumb - A rough estimate.


Once in a blue moon – an event that happens infrequently.

To hit the nail on the head – to describe exactly what is causing a situation or problem.

All In The Same Boat -When everyone is facing the same challenges.

A Leopard Can't Change His Spots- You cannot change who you are.

A piece of cake– something is very easy.

Speak of the devil – this means that the person you’re just talking about actually turns up at that moment.

Cock and Bull Story - An unbelievable tale.


Get Over It- To move beyond something that is bothering you.



Head Over Heels- Very excited and/or joyful, especially when in love. 


Hit The Nail on the Head- Do something exactly right or say something exactly right. 



 Let the cat out of the bag – to accidentally reveal a secret.


Break a leg – means ‘good luck’ (often said to actors before they go on stage).


To hit the nail on the head – to describe exactly what is causing a situation or problem.


 LEAVE NO STONE UNTURNED- to do everything you can to achieve your goal


GET IT OUT OF YOUR SYSTEM- to do something you’ve wanted to do for a long time and don’t want to postpone any longer


HANG IN THERE- wait and be patient


GO THE EXTRA MILE-  to make a special effort/try very hard to achieve your goal


Off the Record- Something said in confidence that the one speaking doesn't want attributed to him/her.

Method To My Madness- Strange or crazy actions that appear meaningless 
but in the end are done for a good reason.

Nest Egg- Savings set aside for future use.

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