Idiom: to stop dead in one’s tracks; used as a verb Example: Larry: How was your camping trip? Vickie: It was awesome! Except for the bear. Larry: The bear?! Vickie: Yeah, we went out for a night hike, and when we returned, there was a
Context #1 John: Who are you going to choose for the front desk staff position? Wick: I’m not sure yet. Both candidates are smart, but neither can cut the mustard. John: You have to pick one of them though, right? Wick: Not if they can’t meet
Context #1: Ted and Wilma just finished an exam… Ted: How was the exam? Wilma: I think I did well, but I’m so tired, I don’t know for sure. Ted: Really? What happened? Wilma: I was getting ready for bed when I discovered that I
Idiom: To hit the nail on the head – get it right, get it, guess correctly, speak (the) truth Context #1 – Students are in English class Teacher: OK. Can anyone tell me what the word “affluent” means? Student 1: To be sick? Teacher: No, that’s not what it
Idiom: to cut a rug; used as a verb First Example: Brie: I saw you dancing with Deb. You guys really cut a rug. Aj: Yeah, we were having a blast. Brie: I didn’t realize you were such a great dancer. Aj: Neither did I!
Context #1: Kirk: We gotta leave soon if we’re going to make the play. Jake: I just made dinner. Kirk: Then let’s gobble it up; we have to leave in 10 minutes. Jake: Ugh. I shouldn’t have bothered making anything nice. Kirk: Sorry, but I
Context #1 Bob: I really hate it when people throw their dirty cigarette butts on the ground. Joe: I know! It drives me up the wall too. Context #2 Sarah: My boyfriend is always late. If he says he’ll pick me up at 2, that
Idiom: Off the Beaten Track/Path – in or into an isolated place; in a place where very few people go; a place not known by the general public Context #1 – Roommates at home Vanessa: Hey, Brad! I’ve been looking all over for you. Where have
Context #1: Arias and Varysun are talking on the phone. Arias: Hey Varysun! Can you remind me what time we are going to watch the movie Change of Thrones? Varysun: Actually, I’m feeling a little sick today. Arias: Oh, no! What happened? Varysun: I
