Idioms
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Kirsten Lovett
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Definition
An idiom is a phrase with a special meaning which is different from the meanings of the individual words in the phrase. For example, 'bite the bullet' has nothing to do with a bullet or biting it, but means 'accept the unpleasant truth with courage or resignation'.
Idioms are very frequently used in both oral and written communication.
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Study the meanings of the following idioms.
Idiom | Meaning |
|---|---|
The gift of the gab | The ability to talk fluently for a long time |
A hair's breadth | A very short distance |
The last straw | An additional problem, misfortune, etc. that finally overcomes a person. |
A hot spot | A country or area where there may soon be a war or other trouble. |
A hard nut to crack | Someone who is very difficult to deal with. |
A square deal | Just and fair treatment, especially in business |
The rat race | A constant, competitive struggle to be more successful than other people in a business, a profession, etc. |
A low profile | Attitude or behaviour that does not assert itself greatly or attract much public notice. |
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Definition
An idiom is a phrase with a special meaning which is different from the meanings of the individual words in the phrase. For example, 'bite the bullet' has nothing to do with a bullet or biting it, but means 'accept the unpleasant truth with courage or resignation'.
Idioms are very frequently used in both oral and written communication.
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