Pedal to the metal
Idiom: Pedal to the metal Example: Our flight is in 1 hour and we can’t miss it! Let’s go! Put the pedal to the metal! Meaning: Pedal to the medalis used to talk about driving very, very fast. When the gas pedalreaches the floor (metal),the car is traveling at maximum speed. This expression is often used as an […]
Out with the old, in with the new
Idiom: Out with the old, in with the new – To change the old for the new. To leave old things or ideas behind and bring in new things or ideas. Example 1 Jerry: What are you doing? Malcom: I’m eating raw spinach with almonds for lunch. Jerry: That doesn’t look very appetizing. Malcom: Well, with the new year […]
To start from scratch
Idiom: To start from scratch – To start something from the very beginning Context #1 Jen: I really admire Keisha. She has become a successful restaurant owner in just three years. Kat: I agree. And did you know that she started from scratch? There were no restaurants in that area and she raised the startup money herself! She even cooked […]
At face value
Idiom: at face value Example 1-Sales representatives will do anything to sell you their product. So, don’t take their word at face value. Example 2-Charlie is very smart; if he gives you legal advice, you should take it at face value. Meaning: “at face value” means the superficial appearance or implication of something. @LSILA @LSINE @LSIOC @LSISB www.languagesystems.edu
Get a kick out of something
Idiom: “Get a kick out of something” Example #1: Chris: Hey Leo, are you watching the World Cup game today? Leo: I love watching the World Cup. I get a kick out of major tournaments. They’re always exciting. Chris: Yeah, me too. It’s nice to see the world come together for such a big event. Leo: […]
Horsing around
Idiom: “horsing around” Example: Mariela: Minami, you really should pay more attention in your Idioms class. I don’t think you pay attention in class, you are always horsing around. Minami:Horsing around? I don’t have a horse! I don’t even know how to ride a horse. I take the bus everywhere I go! Mariela: No, silly. Horsing […]
Loose Cannon
Idiom: Loose Cannon Meaning: A person who doesn’t think of their actions or their effects on those around them. Example: Michele: I can’t believe how Jason acted at the party. Christina: I heard he was such a loose cannon and hurt a lot of people’s feelings. Michele: I don’t think the alcohol helped any. For […]
To be on cloud nine
Idiom: to be on cloud nine Meaning: To be very content, happy, and in an excellent mood Example: Iain: Jennifer has been on cloud nine all day. Mary: I know! It’s because she got engaged last night. Iain: Ah!! That makes sense now. For more information, please visit www.languagesystems.edu
