Idioms
Common Idioms
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Definitions
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The new iPhone is really in the thing at the moment. |
Something fashionable. |
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I don’t think her new handbag is the
real McCoy. |
Genuine or not fake. |
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Off the
top of my head, I’d say about 2 or 3. |
Saying something without thinking first. |
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Apple
phones are very run of the mill these days. |
average, ordinary |
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My husband is not just my lover,
he’s my soul mate. |
Someone you trust very deeply. |
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I was really down in the dumps
after my dog died. |
sad |
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Moving to a new city was difficult
as first, but I soon found my feet. |
To become comfortable doing something. |
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My parents are quite traditional and
set in their ways. |
Not wanting to change. |
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I decided to go the extra mile
and move to England to really perfect my English. |
Do much more than is required. |
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Abortion and capital punishment are hot
potatoes in my country at the moment. |
A controversial topic. |
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I sent my application in late and I
think I missed the boat. |
Miss an opportunity. |
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