Everyday English idioms explained in plain language for adult ESL learners, one idiom per card.
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- break the ice
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to start a conversation with someone new, or make people feel comfortable with each other- hit the books
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to study hard or seriously- piece of cake
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something that is very easy to do- cost an arm and a leg
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something is very expensive- ball is in your court
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it is now your turn to make a decision or take action- barking up the wrong tree
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looking for something in the wrong place, or using the wrong approach- beat around the bush
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to avoid saying what you really mean by talking about other things first- better half
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your spouse or romantic partner- break a leg
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good luck, especially said to someone before a performance or show- bring home the bacon
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to earn money to support your family or pay for things- burn bridges
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to damage or end a relationship with someone by doing something bad- burn the midnight oil
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to work very late into the night- bust a move
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to dance- call it a day
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to stop working and go home or rest- can't hold a candle to
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not as good as or not able to compare to someone or something
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