To shoot some hoops
Context #1: I just want to relax this weekend. I don’t want to study. I don’t want to clean or do laundry. I just want to relax. Maybe I’ll watch something on Netflix or take a long nap. I might call up some friends and shoot some hoops if the weather is nice. Context #2: We […]
One swallow does not make a summer
Context #1 Jay: I can’t believe mom bought us a trip to Hawaii. Maybe she’ll get us a car too. Saul: Calm down Jay. One swallow does not make a summer. Remember that mom has money limitations. Let’s not get ahead of ourselves. Jay: You don’t think mom would do that for us? Saul: Be realistic. […]
To shoot from the hip
Context #1 Dana: Karen, I need to buy a new shirt for my company dinner tomorrow night. I think I’m going to buy one of these two. What do you think? Which one? Karen: Well, the red one with the yellow sleeves is interesting – and bright. It really catches the eye! But the white and blue […]
