Expressions Flashcards
(17 cards)
0
Q
To speak of the devil
A
To talk about s/m when he or she arrives
1
Q
To shoot from hip
A
To speak without thinking
2
Q
To cut to the chase
A
Go to the main point
3
Q
Lay the cards on the table
A
Be honest
4
Q
To let the cat out of the bag
A
Reveal the secret
5
Q
To keep s/m posted
A
Keep s/o informed
6
Q
To cash out chips
A
Sell assets b4 the price falls
7
Q
Tighten belt
A
Economize
8
Q
Live beyond means
A
Spend more than earned
9
Q
To loose shirt
A
Loose evrything
10
Q
To have a windfall
A
Sudently have a big profit
11
Q
Make ends meet
A
Cover expenses
12
Q
Have an ace up yr sleeve
A
Have an advantage
13
Q
Bait and switch
A
To lure people w one product then offer another
14
Q
To be above board
A
Be honest
15
Q
To get down brass tacks
A
To work on practical issues
16
Q
Pass the buck
A
Pass responsability to s/o else
