Running on Fumes
Idiom: Running on Fumes Example 1: Nancy: How long until we reach the hotel? Jason: About 50 miles. Why? Nancy: I was hoping we wouldn’t have to stop before arriving, but we need to stop for gas at the next station. We’ve been running on fumes for a few miles and I don’t want to push the […]
Hit The Road
Idiom: Hit the road Example 1: Jeff: Hey, Bill. What time is it? I need to be home by 10 or my mom will kill me. Bill: It’s 9:15. You’d better hit the road soon if you want to be on time! Jeff: You’re right! Bye! Example 2: Man 1: Excuse me, who are you and why are […]
Like a dream
Idiom: Like a dream – so good it’s unbelievable Example 1: Miguel: Hey Saul, did you buy the new Ferrari you talked about? Saul: Oh man, I totally did! Miguel: So, how is it? How does it drive? Saul: It drives like a dream. Example 2: Charlie: How was your vacation to New Zealand? Jean: My trip was like a dream. Charlie: Wow! That’s […]
