Hole in the wall
Context #1 Sam: Last night we found this really awesome restaurant for authentic southern BBQ! Tony: Really? Where is it? Sam: It’s a tiny little hole in the wall right on the corner of Main St. and First. The food is cheap and delicious! Context #2 Jenny: So, how was your trip to San Diego? […]
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, […]
Put Someone Up
Idiom: Put someone up Example 1: Vanessa: So what are your plans for the summer break? We have three months before school starts again! Brad: Well, I’m going to visit my friends in London. Vanessa: Wow! That sounds like fun! But isn’t London expensive? Brad: Yes, it is, but I’m really lucky. My friend who lives there is putting me up for […]
