Idiomatic Expressions Quiz: By the Handful, By the Hour, By the Month

<p>In large quantities</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>By the back of the neck</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Similarly</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Exactly as the rules, directions, or plans dictate</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>To grab someone 'by the scruff of the neck' means to firmly grasp the back of their neck, usually in a forceful or controlling manner.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>To 'fly by the seat of one's pants' means to act without a clear plan or direction, often improvising or relying on instinct.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The expression 'by the same token' is used to indicate that the same causes or reasons apply to the situation being discussed, as to what was previously stated.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<ol> <li>Per hour; at an hourly rate. 2. Every hour; once an hour.</li> </ol> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Per month; at a monthly rate.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Using the specific name that is then stated.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Exactly as the rules, directions, or plans dictate.</p> Signup and view all the answers