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5 Idioms
An idiom is a phrase or an expression that has a figurative meaning.
Here is a list of idioms and their meanings.
• a blessing in disguise a good thing that seemed bad at first
• beat around the bush avoid saying what you mean, usually because
it is uncomfortable
• cutting corners do something in the easiest, cheapest or
fastest way
• give it a shot try
• speak your mind say what you really feel
• a piece of cake very easy
• slip one’s mind forget
• cross your fingers for good luck
• to cost an arm and a leg be very expensive
• get cold feet be nervous
• read between the lines find the hidden meaning
• have mixed feelings unsure how you feel
• draw a blank can’t remember
• have a change of heart changed your mind
• be second to none be the best
• get your act together behave properly
• have second thoughts have doubts
• have a shot at have a chance
• be in the same boat be in the same situation
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