With Friends Like This, Who Needs Enemies
Idiom: With friends like this, who needs enemies Example 1: Kirk: I’m so mad at Daniel right now. Maria: Your friend Daniel? Kirk: Yeah. We’re taking the same English class, and I didn’t finish my essay because we were out this weekend. Maria: So why are you mad at Daniel? Kirk: Well, I told the instructor I was sick this weekend, […]
Old Enough To Be Your Mother/Father
Idiom: Old enough to be your mother/father Example 1: Jane met a guy who seemed like a perfect match on her favorite internet dating site, so she decided to meet him in person. But when she saw him, he was much older than the picture he had posted! She said she couldn’t date someone who […]
Barking Up The Wrong Tree
Idiom: Barking Up The Wrong Tree Example 1: Lisa: Did you see that new guy in class? He is SO cute!! Tina: Oh, you mean James? Yes, he is very handsome! He is my brother’s friend. Lisa: I want to go out on a date with him. Tina: Lisa, you are barking up the wrong […]
Let Nature Take Its Course
Idiom: Let Nature Take Its Course Example 1: My daughter Isabella is 17 years old. She just graduated from high school and I am worried about her. The thing is, she has never dated anyone. All her friends have gone on dates but her. Should I try to help her? Or should I let nature […]