Idioms of MTS Exam Flashcards
(42 cards)
Every cloud has a silver lining
Every difficult situation has a hopeful aspect to it
Chew the scenery
To act overly emotional
Tricks of the trade
Special skills or knowledge
Out for the count
In a deep, insensible sleep
To lead one by the nose
To control someone completely
To foot the bill
To make payment
Shooting fish in a barrel
Exceptionally easy to do
Long in the tooth
Too old to do something
To walk the tight rope
To be very cautious
At the drop of a hat
Without delay
Water under the bridge
Anything from the past, that is not significant or important anymore
Set the wheels in motion
To initiate a chain of events
Have a whale of a time
Have an exceptionally fun or exciting experience
An iron hand
Strict and harsh control
Chase rainbows
To pursue unrealistic goals
Hold someone or something at bay
Prevent someone or something from moving closer
Foaming at the mouth
To be enraged and show it
Ring a bell
To sound familiar
Kick someone when they are down
To cause further trouble to someone already in a difficult situation
To raise a dust
To cause disruption or confusion
Let the cat out of the bag
To reveal a secret
To be in ruptures
To be extremely delighted
No spring chicken
A person who is no longer young
Move the goalposts
And fairly alter the conditions or rules of a procedure during its course
