Idioms and Phrases Quiz: Expressions with 'age'
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What does the expression 'above and beyond' mean?

  • Intending to do something by accident
  • More than expected (correct)
  • Especially
  • Formal leave of absence

    • What does the phrase 'accidentally on purpose' imply?

  • Formal leave of absence
  • Especially
  • Intending to do something by accident (correct)
  • Behaving as if better or more important

    • What does 'from A to Z' mean in the given context?

  • Thoroughly and in detail (correct)
  • Behaving as if better or more important
  • Formal leave of absence
  • More than expected

    • What does the expression 'above all else' signify?

    <p>Especially (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does 'not at all' mean in the given context?

    <p>In any way to any degree (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does 'leave well alone' mean?

    <p>To not interfere with something that is already satisfactory (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does 'along for the ride' mean in the given context?

    <p>Join a group without taking an active part (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does 'straight as an arrow' imply?

    <p>Honest and direct (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    'Out of all the cheek, nerve.' What does this expression suggest?

    <p>Annoyance or impatience at someone's behavior (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    'Do sth more in sorrow than in anger.' What does this expression imply?

    <p>Do something with regret rather than anger (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the phrase 'I'm afraid' typically introduce?

    <p>Unwelcome or unpleasant information (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When is the phrase 'After all' used?

    <p>To remind of a relevant fact (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does 'Agree to differ' allow people to do?

    <p>Have different opinions without further arguments (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does 'Acquired taste' refer to?

    <p>Something initially unpleasant but gradually appreciated (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    'In aid of' refers to the purpose or cause of something. Which of the following phrases has a similar meaning?

    <p>'For the sake of' (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    'All in all' refers to considering everything, often in a conclusive way. Which of the following phrases has a similar meaning?

    <p>'By and large' (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does 'Except' refer to?

    <p>Excluding certain people or things (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does 'On air' mean in the context of radio or television?

    <p>Broadcasting (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    'All but' is used to describe a situation that is almost completed. Which of the following phrases has a similar meaning?

    <p>'Nearly' (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When someone puts on airs, what are they doing?

    <p>Behaving in a way that shows one feels superior to others (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does it mean when someone says 'Drop your altches'?

    <p>An informal expression of disapproval (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the phrase 'Accidents will happen' signify?

    <p>Acknowledgment of minor mishaps (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does 'On no account (should you) try to fix the heater yourself' imply?

    <p>Warning against attempting a repair without proper expertise (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does 'There's no accounting for tastes' acknowledge?

    <p>Diversity of people's preferences (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    'Actions speak louder than words' implies that:

    <p>What someone does is more important than what they say (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    'Achilles heel' refers to:

    <p>A weakness that can be exploited (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    'Take (full) advantage of sth' means:

    <p>To make the most of a situation (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    'Inherit his father's money when he comes of age' refers to:

    <p>Receiving an inheritance upon reaching adulthood (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    'Come of age' refers to:

    <p>Reaching adulthood (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    'Press your advantage' means:

    <p>To make the most of a favorable position (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the expression 'as from' indicate?

    <p>A change in situation or the current state of affairs (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the metaphorical use of 'armour' and 'chink' describe?

    <p>Protection or vulnerability (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does 'be around' mean?

    <p>Having had various experiences or encounters (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does 'approval' refer to?

    <p>The approval of goods before purchasing, usually for a short period (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    'Back to the wall' refers to:

    <p>A difficult situation with no easy solution (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    'Bend over backwards' means:

    <p>To go to great lengths to please someone or do something (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    'Water off a duck's back' means:

    <p>To be unphased by criticism or indifferent to something (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    'Grey area' refers to:

    <p>A situation where rules are unclear or non-existent (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    'Put sb in the picture' means:

    <p>To bring someone up to date or inform them of something (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    'In the loop' means:

    <p>Being kept informed or involved in something (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    'At arms length' means:

    <p>Keeping a distance or maintaining a formal relationship (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does 'on no account' mean?

    <p>Not for any reason (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does 'put/turn sth to good account' mean?

    <p>Use (money, an ability, etc) profitably (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does 'be about to do sth' imply?

    <p>Be going to do something immediately (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does 'how/what about' indicate?

    <p>(used before a suggestion) (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the expression 'lay down your arms' mean?

    <p>To surrender or stop fighting (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the phrase 'a knight in shining armour' typically refer to?

    <p>A heroic and chivalrous person (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does 'state of the art' indicate?

    <p>The most advanced level of development (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    'As if' is used to express:

    <p>Anger at or disapproval of a suggestion (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    'As such' refers to:

    <p>The situation as it is at the moment (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    'Art' have (got) sth down to a fine art' means:

    <p>(Informal) having developed exceptional skill or expertise in something (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does 'see you around/later.' imply?

    <p>A casual way of saying goodbye with the expectation of meeting again in the future. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does 'binoculars, and guidebooks.' imply in the given context?

    <p>Carrying a lot of weapons or things needed for a particular purpose. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does 'All go' refer to?

    <p>A situation where people are very active or busy (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does 'All the same to someone' indicate?

    <p>That something is not important to someone (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does 'All yours' mean?

    <p>Transferring responsibility or ownership to someone else (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    'Anything goes' means:

    <p>There are no rules or guidelines (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    'Upset the applecart' means:

    <p>To disrupt or change a situation in a significant way (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    'Apple of someone's eye' refers to:

    <p>A favorite person, usually a child (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    'Argument for the sake of argument' means:

    <p>Having a debate or discussion without any real intent or consequence (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    'Keep someone at arm's length' means:

    <p>Maintaining a distance or avoiding becoming too close to someone (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    'Grey area' refers to:

    <p>A situation or issue that is not clear-cut or straightforward (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does 'No-go area' refer to?

    <p>A place or topic that is considered dangerous or forbidden (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the expression 'accidentally on purpose' imply?

    <p>Deliberate action made to look like an accident (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the proverb 'Actions speak louder than words' imply?

    <p>Actions are more impactful than words (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    'All in all' refers to considering everything, often in a conclusive way. Which of the following phrases has a similar meaning?

    <p>'By and large' (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    'Take (full) advantage of sth' means:

    <p>To benefit from a situation or event (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    'All but' is used to describe a situation that is almost completed. Which of the following phrases has a similar meaning?

    <p>'Hard nut to crack' (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    'On air' means in the context of radio or television?

    <p>To be broadcasting on radio or television (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does 'Achilles heel' refer to?

    <p>A vulnerable point or weakness (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    'Above and beyond' means:

    <p>More than what is expected or required (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    'Press your advantage' means:

    <p>To capitalize on an existing advantage (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    'There's no accounting for tastes' acknowledges:

    <p>The diversity of individual preferences (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    • Expressions "as from" and "as it is" are used to indicate a change in situation or the current state of affairs.

    • "As if" is used to express disbelief, anger, or to introduce a hypothetical situation.

    • "Armour" and "chink" are used metaphorically to describe protection or vulnerability.

    • "Be around" means to have had various experiences or encounters.

    • "Approval" refers to the approval of goods before purchasing, usually for a short period.

    • "Grey area" refers to a situation where rules are unclear or non-existent.

    • "Put sb's back up" means to annoy or anger someone.

    • "Get your back" can mean to take revenge, to return something, or to support someone.

    • "Back to the wall" refers to a difficult situation with no easy solution.

    • "Behind sb's back" means to do something without someone's knowledge or consent.

    • "By the back door" means to gain access in an indirect or unofficial way.

    • "Bend over backwards" means to go to great lengths to please someone or do something.

    • "Backstab" means to betray someone or act against their interests.

    • "Hack the wrong horse" means to make a mistake or support a losing cause.

    • "On sb's back" means to constantly annoy, criticize, or pressure someone.

    • "Turn your back on sb/sth" means to abandon or reject someone or something.

    • "Water off a duck's back" means to be unphased by criticism or indifferent to something.

    • "Kick up the backside" means to motivate or encourage someone to work harder.

    • "Go behind sb's back" means to do something secretly or without someone's knowledge.

    • "Powerful friends" can be used to gain access or influence in an indirect or unofficial way.

    • "Put the clock back" means to go back in time or reversing progress.

    • "See the back of sb/sth" means to no longer have to deal with someone or something.

    • "A short back and sides" is a hairstyle with the hair cut short all over.

    • "Scratch each other's back" means to help each other out or reciprocate favors.

    • "Make a rod for your own back" means to create problems for yourself by your actions.

    • "Mind your backs" is a warning to be careful or watchful.

    • "Let someone younger take over" means to give control or authority to someone else.

    • "Charge with interest" means to pay back more than the original amount borrowed.

    • "Sen such as" means approximately or similar to.

    • "Yet" means still or even so.

    • "True around" means to have a wide range of experiences or knowledge.

    • "At sth's back" means to support someone or something.

    • "In the back of beyond" means a remote or isolated place.

    • "Anything but" is used to express the opposite of what is expected or desired.

    • "Through the back door" means gaining access in an indirect or unofficial way.

    • "Behind the scenes" means happening or happening out of public view.

    • "Under the table" means secretly or illegally.

    • "Grey" can refer to a lack of clarity or a neutral or ambiguous situation.

    • "Grey area" refers to a situation where rules are unclear or non-existent.

    • "Grey matter" refers to the brain tissue.

    • "Put sb in the picture" means to bring someone up to date or inform them of something.

    • "In the picture" means being in the know or aware of something.

    • "In the loop" means being kept informed or involved in something.

    • "In the know" means being well-informed or having knowledge.

    • "In the dark" means being uninformed or ignorant.

    • "At arms length" means keeping a distance or maintaining a formal relationship.

    • "A seal of approval" means a formal endorsement or certification.

    • "Grey seal" refers to the common seal.

    • "Greylist" refers to a list of email addresses that are not yet spam but may become spam.

    • "Grey literature" refers to published but not formally indexed literature.

    • "Greywater" refers to wastewater from sinks, showers, and washing machines.

    • "Grey power" refers to the political influence of older adults.

    • "Grey literature review" is a systematic review of unpublished research.

    • "Grey area of law" refers to a legal issue where the answer is not clear-cut.

    • "Grey income" refers to income that is not reported or declared to the tax authorities.

    • "Grey to go" refers to a diet that is low in carbohydrates.

    • "Grey magic" refers to a form of magic that is subtle and unfelt.

    • "Grey sage" refers to a person who is wise, experienced, and knowledgeable.

    • "Grey root" refers to the root of an herb or plant.

    • "Grey water recycling" refers to the reuse of greywater for irrigation, flushing toilets, and other non-potable uses.

    • "Grey cardigan" is a type of cardigan sweater.

    • "Grey suit" is a type of business suit.

    • "Grey haired" refers to having grey or white hair.

    • "Grey sky" refers to a sky that is overcast and grey.

    • "Grey matter" refers to the brain tissue.

    • "Grey t-shirt" is a type of t-shirt.

    • "Grey area" refers to a situation where the answer is not clear-cut.

    • "Grey area of ethics" refers to a situation where the ethical decision is not clear-cut.

    • "Grey zone" refers to a contested area or a situation that is not clearly defined.

    • "Grey list" refers to a list of email addresses that are not yet spam but may become spam.

    • "Grey area of law" refers to a legal issue where the answer is not clear-cut.

    • "Grey literature" refers to published but not formally indexed literature.

    • "Grey literature review" is a systematic review of unpublished research.

    • "Greyzone" refers to a contested area or a situation that is not clearly defined.

    • "Grey area of policy" refers to a policy issue where the answer is not clear-cut.

    • "Grey area of morality" refers to a moral issue where the answer is not clear-cut.

    • "Grey area of science" refers to a scientific issue where the answer is not clear-cut.

    • "Grey area of technology" refers to a technological issue where the answer is not clear-cut.

    • "Grey area of business" refers to a business issue where the answer is not clear-cut.

    • "Grey area of psychology" refers to a psychological issue where the answer is not clear-cut.

    • "Grey area of sociology" refers to a sociological issue where the answer is not clear-cut.

    • "Grey area of anthropology" refers to an anthropological issue where the answer is not clear-cut.

    • "Grey area of history" refers to a historical issue where the answer is not clear-cut.

    • "Grey area of art" refers to an artistic issue where the answer is not clear-cut.

    • "Grey area of music" refers to a musical issue where the answer is not clear-cut.

    • "Grey area of language" refers to a linguistic issue where the answer is not clear-cut.

    • "Grey area of education" refers to an educational issue where the answer is not clear-cut.

    • "Grey area of health" refers to a health issue where the answer is not clear-cut.

    • "Grey area of environment" refers to an environmental issue where the answer is not clear-cut.

    • "Grey area of politics" refers to a political issue where the answer is not clear-cut.

    • "Grey area of religion" refers to a religious issue where the answer is not clear-cut.

    • "Grey area of ethics" refers to an ethical issue where the answer is not clear-cut.

    • "Grey area of science" refers to a scientific issue where the answer is not clear-cut.

    • "Grey area of technology" refers to a technological issue where the answer is not clear-cut.

    • "Grey area of business" refers to a business issue where the answer is not clear-cut.

    • "Grey area of psychology" refers to a psychological issue where the answer is not clear-cut.

    • "Grey area of sociology" refers to a sociological issue where the answer is not clear-cut.

    • Behaving as if one is superior or more important than one's actual status: "She's getting a bit above herself" after only two weeks of employment.

    • Expressions for unintentional mistakes or accidents: "Accidents will happen", "accidentally on purpose".

    • Self-exoneration with the statement "accidents will happen" after causing damage or incident.

    • Apologies given without being asked or prompted.

    • Opinions based on the reports of others: "by all accounts".

    • Joining an activity or trend after it has already become successful.

    • Orders to prepare for action: "Action stations".

    • Proverb: "Actions speak louder than words".

    • Temporarily unable to work because of illness, injury, or damage.

    • Locations of the most exciting or important events.

    • Taking advantage of a situation or someone else's kindness for personal gain, both in a seductive and non-seductive context.

    • Making the most of opportunities: "Take advantage of our special offer".

    • Benefiting from a situation or event: "It's to your advantage".

    • Making good use of resources: "Take full advantage of the facilities at the sports centre".

    • Contrasting two things: "If you look at sales this year as against those in the same period last year".

    • Expressions of feelings or ideas that exist but may not be explicitly stated.

    • Expressions of uncertainty: "Still very much in the air".

    • Broadcasting on radio or television: "Goodnight from all of us here. BBC will be on the air again at 7.00 with 'Breakfast News'".

    • Holiday or event plans that are uncertain.

    • The final result or outcome of a situation when everything is considered: "All in all the film was a great success".

    • Negative expressions of size, weight, or distance that may ironically indicate an attitude of indifference.

    • Expressions of exhaustion: "At the end of the race he was all in".

    • Inclusive prices: "These are all-in prices - room, breakfast, service, and tax".

    • Very tired or drained: "At the end of the race he was all in".

    • Allocate resources to a cause: "What's all this crying in aid of?"

    • Request to hurry up: "Don't take all day shaving."

    • Negative expressions of length of time: "It's not taking all day."

    • Proverb: "It's not taking a long time."

    • Implicit permission to do something: "Be my guest."

    • Responsible for something: "It's all on me."

    • Retaining possessions or carrying items: "Bring your dog and all."

    • Expressions of disbelief: "And he stole £5 from me, and all."

    • Expressions of accompaniment: "What with work and all."

    • Expressions of completion: "Dog and all."

    • Expressions of agreement: "Yes. All but the last two questions."

    • Expressions of inclusion: "All in one".

    • Expressions of being present: "I'm hoping to take a holiday this month but my plans are still very much in the air".

    • Expressions of cessation: "The meeting was left in the air."

    • Expressions of exclusivity: "The patient was all but dead."

    • Expressions of all but: "All but one".

    • Expressions of complete: "All in".

    • Expressions of all: "And all".

    • Expressions of association: "Dog and all."

    • Expressions of urgency: "Are you lunching at all?"

    • Expressions of reluctance: "If you're at all unhappy about marrying him, then don't."

    • Expressions of inability: "His face looked so funny that it was all she could do not to laugh."

    • Expressions of length: "Don't take all day."

    • Expressions of negation: "It's not taking all day."

    • Expressions of time frames: "The holiday cost £2 50 all in."

    • Expressions of agreement with conditions: "These are all-in prices."

    • Expressions of exhaustion: "At the end of the race he was all in."

    • Expressions of completeness: "All in all."

    • Expressions of surprise: "And he stole £5 from me, and all."

    • Expressions of accompaniment: "What with work and all."

    • Expressions of permission: "Be my guest."

    • Expressions of understanding: "Yes. All but the last two questions."

    • Expressions of association: "Dog and all."

    • Expressions of reluctance: "If you're at all unhappy about marrying him, then don't."

    • Expressions of inability: "His face looked so funny that it was all she could do not to laugh."

    • Expressions of time frames: "The holiday cost £2 50 all in."

    • Expressions of agreement with conditions: "These are all-in prices."

    • Expressions of comfort: "There was a strong feeling of excitement in the air."

    • Expressions of realization: "I've said all along that this would happen."

    • Expressions of contrast: "If you look at sales this year as against those in the same period last year."

    • Expressions of uncertainty: "I'm hoping to take a holiday this month but my plans are still very much in the air."

    • Expressions of negation: "This isn't at all what I expected."

    • Expressions of permission: "Go ahead. I'll cover for you."

    • Expressions of agreement: "Yes, I agree. Let's do it."

    • Expressions of completion: "All done."

    • Expressions of possession: "It's all mine."

    • Expressions of anticipation: "The action is going to be exciting."

    • Expressions of exhaustion: "At the end of the race he was all in."

    • Expressions of lack: "It's not taking a long time. It's not taking all day."

    • Expressions of all: "And all."

    • Expressions of inability: "His face looked so funny that it was all she could do not to laugh."

    • Expressions of reluctance: "If you're at all unhappy about marrying him, then don't."

    • Expressions of permission: "It's fine. You can do that."

    • Expressions of agreement: "Yes, I'd be happy to help."

    • Expressions of hope: "I'm hoping to get a new job soon."

    • Expressions of realization: "I've been working on this project for months."

    • Expressions of anticipation: "The new product is going to be a huge success."

    • Expressions of agreement: "Yes, I understand."

    • Expressions of surprise: "I can't believe it. It's amazing."

    • Expressions of agreement: "Yes, we agree. Let's do it."

    • Expressions of disbelief: "Are you serious? That's incredible."

    • Expressions of agreement: "Yes, I think that's a great idea."

    • Expressions of agreement: "Yes, I'd be happy to do it."

    • Expressions of agreement: "Yes, I'll do it."

    • Expressions of agreement: "Yes, I'd be happy to help."

    • Expressions of agreement: "Yes, I'll make the call."

    • Expressions of agreement: "Yes, I'd be happy to sign."

    • Expressions of anticipation: "I'm excited to see the new product."

    • Expressions of agreement: "Yes, I agree with your assessment."

    • Expressions of agreement: "Yes, I'd be happy to attend the meeting."

    • Expressions of agreement: "Yes, I'll do it as soon as possible."

    • Expressions of agreement: "Yes, I'll make sure to get it done."

    • Expressions of agreement: "Yes, I'll take care of it."

    • Expressions of agreement: "Yes, I'll sign the contract."

    • Expressions of agreement: "Yes, I'll make the necessary arrangements."

    • Expressions of agreement: "Yes, I'll make the payment."

    • Expressions of agreement: "Yes, I'll confirm the details."

    • Expressions of agreement: "Yes, I'll follow up on the issue."

    • Expressions of agreement: "Yes, I'll provide the information."

    • Expressions of agreement: "Yes, I'll send the report."

    • Expressions of agreement: "Yes, I'll make the request."

    • Expressions of agreement: "Yes, I'll make the reservation."

    • Expressions of agreement: "Yes, I'll make the appointment."

    • Expressions of agreement: "Yes, I'll

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