Idioms And Phrases Flashcards
(21 cards)
What does ‘a bad patch’ mean?
A difficult or challenging period in someone’s life.
What is ‘a beast of burden’?
An animal used for carrying heavy loads.
What does ‘a bee hive’ refer to?
A structure where bees are kept and produce honey.
What is meant by ‘a big draw’?
Something that attracts a lot of interest or attention.
What does ‘a bird in the hand is worth two in the bush’ mean?
It’s better to have a sure thing than to risk it for more.
What is ‘a bird’s eye view’?
A view from a high vantage point, giving a broad perspective.
What does ‘a bite at the cherry’ mean?
An opportunity to achieve something.
What is ‘a blessing / boon in disguise’?
Something that seems bad at first but results in something good.
What does ‘a blue-eyed boy’ refer to?
A person who is favored or preferred.
What is ‘a bolt from the blue’?
An unexpected event or piece of news.
What does ‘a bone of contention’ mean?
A subject or issue that causes disagreement.
What is ‘a bull in a china shop’?
A person who is clumsy or reckless in a delicate situation.
What does ‘a bull market’ refer to?
A market in which prices are rising or are expected to rise.
What is ‘a cakewalk’?
An easy task or achievement.
What does ‘a can of worms’ mean?
A complicated or problematic situation.
What is ‘a carrot and stick approach’?
A method of motivation that uses rewards and punishments.
What does ‘a change of heart’ mean?
A change in one’s opinion or feelings about something.
What is ‘a clean slate’?
A fresh start or a new beginning.
What does ‘a closed book’ refer to?
A subject or person that is not open to discussion.
What is ‘a close fisted person’?
A person who is stingy or reluctant to spend money.
What does ‘a cog in the machine’ mean?
A small but important part of a larger system.
