Idiomatic Expressions Quiz

Study Notes

Always chasing rainbows: Describes futile dreams or unattainable goals, e.g., a 48-year-old still hoping for fame.
An arm and a leg: Indicates something is very expensive, e.g., high cost of glasses.
Are your ears burning?: Refers to someone not present who is mentioned in conversation, signaling gossip.
As gentle as a lamb: Characterizes someone kind and innocent, often well-liked by others.
Be a barrel of laughs: Describes something or someone that is exceptionally enjoyable or entertaining.
Be a chicken: Relates to cowardice; encourages someone to confront their fears.
Be a cold fish: Pertains to individuals who are emotionally distant and unresponsive.
Be full of beans: Refers to someone lively and bursting with energy, particularly at work.
Come clean: The act of being honest and revealing the truth about one’s actions.
Come down on somebody like a ton of bricks: Indicates severe punishment or reprimand following rule-breaking.
Come from behind: Describes winning after initially losing, common in competitive contexts like sports.
Come into bloom: Refers to plants starting to flower, symbolizing growth and beauty.
Do the trick: Suggests that something will work effectively; often used in everyday problem-solving.
Dog-eat-dog: Describes a ruthless environment where people prioritize their success over others.

Don't get me wrong: Used when clarifying one's statement to avoid misunderstanding.
Doormat: Describes a submissive person who allows others to take advantage of them.
Eye candy: Refers to visually appealing objects or people, often lacking deeper value.
Every Tom, Dick and Harry: Indicates something common knowledge or familiar to everyone.
Every minute: Describes the entire duration of an event, emphasizing continuity.
For a song: Means something is available very cheaply or at a low cost.
For all I care: Expresses indifference towards a situation or outcome.
For love nor money: Refers to something extremely difficult or impossible to obtain.
For my money: Used to express personal opinion or belief.
Gum up the works: Means to obstruct a process, causing delays or dysfunction.
Grouse about someone or something: Describes the act of complaining or expressing dissatisfaction.
Golden opportunity: Refers to a perfect moment to take action or seize an advantage.
Go through the roof: Indicates becoming extremely angry or upset.
Have big ears: Describes someone who is nosy or intrusive in others' private matters.
Have bigger fish to fry: Refers to having more important matters or priorities to address.
Have egg on one's face: Describes a situation of embarrassment or awkwardness due to one’s actions.