U5 Flashcards
1
Q
in the pipeline
A
being planned
2
Q
pencil it in
A
to make a temporary arrangement that may not actually happen
3
Q
take the plunge
A
to make a big decision, especially ofter thinking for a long time
4
Q
to happen overnight
A
to occur quickly
5
Q
have something up in your sleeve
A
to have other (possibly secret) plans or ideas
6
Q
watch this space
A
when you say “you can expect some exciting news soon”
7
Q
only time will tell
A
when you say “the result will only be known in the future”
8
Q
don’t hold your breath
A
when you say “don’t expect it to happen soon - or at all”