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 miss the boat
Context #1 Dear Mrs.Goldberg, I would like to express my interest in interviewing for the front desk position at Goldbergs and Associates. Would it be possible for us to meet this week? Sincerely, John Snowish ___________________________________________ Dear Mr. Snowish, Thank you for your interest in our company. Unfortunately this position has already been taken. I […]
To snake something
Context #1 Tom: Hey, what happened to my french fries? I go to the restroom and I come back to find them almost gone? Chris: Yeah, when you left I saw John snake a handful of them. He just laughed and walked away. Context #2 Carol: You’re never going to believe what happened yesterday. I was […]
To Eat It
Context #1 Jim: Hey, what happened to your elbow? It’s all bandaged up. Tony: Well, I was riding my bike to school yesterday and I ate it when I was going down hill. Jim: Wow! You have to be careful. Context #2 Susie: I heard your boyfriend is teaching you how to skateboard. Jenny: […]
Puppy love (used as a noun)
First Example: Tom: Chris said your son is dating? Carol: That’s what he’s telling everyone. Tom: I thought he was only 13! Carol: He is. It’s only puppy love. But he and his girlfriend are so cute together. Tom: I remember my first girlfriend. We […]
Grub/Grub on
Context #1: I’m so hungry! Let’s get out of here and get some grub! Context #2: I’m so hungry! I could grub on just about anything right now! Explanation: the word grub can be used as a noun or a verb. In noun form, it means food.In verb form, it means eat. In example 1, grubis used as a noun. “Let’s get out of here and get some food“ In example 2, grub […]
To go bananas
Idiom: To go bananas Meaning: (1) to go or act a little crazy; (2) to become very angry or lose control of your temper. Context #1 – A man is complaining that his best friend painted a mural on his backyard wall without asking him. George: Hey Ted, you didn’t have to go bananas on me just because […]
Travel Light
Example 1: I’m going home for the holidays this year. I am so excited to see my family after 6 months of being here in America studying English. My classmate gave me good advice for my trip. She advised Itravel light.She explained that if I take just a small amount of luggage, I can save […]
Off the grid
Example 1: Jason: I think the most logical thing we could do is keep a low profile and stay off the grid. James: That’s not my style Jason. I know some people like to do that, but I need to be social. Jason: I’m not saying that’s fun, but just to get away from things […]
Doubleheader
Example 1: Johnny: Hey Daniel, are you really going to compete in a doubleheader? Isn’t your leg hurt? Daniel: Don’t worry Johnny, I know one competition right after the other might sound crazy, but I can handle it. Johnny: What if someone sweeps your leg or something? Daniel: It wouldn’t be the first time. Besides, if […]
to pal around (with)
Idiom: to pal around (with) (used as a verb) First Example: Christina: Have you seen Jackie lately? Beatrice: No, she seems to spend all her time with Tim. Christina: They do seem to spend a lot of time together. Do you think they’re dating? Beatrice: No, they’ve been palling around together for […]
friends in high places
Idiom: friends in high places (used as a noun) First Example: Sandra: Did you hear that Ben got the promotion? Donald: No way! I thought for sure you’d get it! Sandra: Well, I don’t have as many friends in high places. Donald: What do you mean? Sandra: Well, he has a few friends in upper […]
