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What does the idiom 'Under the weather' mean?
What does the idiom 'Under the weather' mean?
- Feeling energetic
- Feeling ill (correct)
- Enjoying the weather
- Feeling excited
How do you use the idiom 'The ball is in your court'?
How do you use the idiom 'The ball is in your court'?
- To encourage someone to play ball
- To refer to a decision being up to someone (correct)
- To describe a sports situation
- To indicate it's someone else's responsibility
What does the idiom 'Spill the beans' mean?
What does the idiom 'Spill the beans' mean?
- To share a secret (correct)
- To accidentally drop food
- To cook something quickly
- To clean up a mess
What does the idiom 'Break a leg' mean?
What does the idiom 'Break a leg' mean?
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When do you use the idiom 'Break a leg'?
When do you use the idiom 'Break a leg'?
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Idioms and Their Meanings
- 'Under the weather' means feeling unwell or sick, often used to describe a mild illness.
- 'The ball is in your court' means it's your turn to make a decision or take action, often used in situations where someone is waiting for a response or reaction.
- 'Spill the beans' means to reveal a secret or surprise, often unintentionally.
- 'Break a leg' is a way to wish someone good luck, often used to encourage someone before a performance or a challenging situation.
- 'Break a leg' is commonly used in situations like auditions, exams, or sports competitions, when someone needs a confidence boost.
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