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Which of the following is the most accurate description of the idiom 'on cloud nine'?
Which of the following is the most accurate description of the idiom 'on cloud nine'?
- Experiencing extreme happiness and elation. (correct)
- Feeling a temporary state of mild happiness.
- Experiencing a calm and peaceful mood.
- Feeling slightly content but generally neutral.
When would it be most appropriate to use the idiom 'down in the dumps'?
When would it be most appropriate to use the idiom 'down in the dumps'?
- To describe a state of calm acceptance.
- To express overwhelming joy and excitement.
- To describe a prolonged state of sadness or depression. (correct)
- To describe a fleeting moment of sadness.
What feeling does the idiom "feeling blue" primarily describe?
What feeling does the idiom "feeling blue" primarily describe?
- A state of general boredom and disinterest.
- Intense anger.
- A state of mild sadness or melancholy. (correct)
- A profound sense of loss and grief.
If someone says something "made their blood boil," what does it suggest about their emotional state?
If someone says something "made their blood boil," what does it suggest about their emotional state?
In what situation is it most appropriate to say someone "lost their head?"
In what situation is it most appropriate to say someone "lost their head?"
Which scenario is best described by the idiom 'under the weather'?
Which scenario is best described by the idiom 'under the weather'?
What is implied when someone is described to be 'crying over spilt milk'?
What is implied when someone is described to be 'crying over spilt milk'?
Which of the following best describes what it means to be 'on cloud nine'?
Which of the following best describes what it means to be 'on cloud nine'?
Which best describes 'down in the dumps'?
Which best describes 'down in the dumps'?
Which feeling is "feeling blue" primarily referring to?
Which feeling is "feeling blue" primarily referring to?
If something "made their blood boil," what does it suggest about their emotional state?
If something "made their blood boil," what does it suggest about their emotional state?
How does "On cloud nine" differ from "Happy"?
How does "On cloud nine" differ from "Happy"?
How does "Down in the dumps" differ from "Sad"?
How does "Down in the dumps" differ from "Sad"?
How does "Feeling blue" differ from "Sad"?
How does "Feeling blue" differ from "Sad"?
How does "Make someone's blood boil" differ from "Angry"?
How does "Make someone's blood boil" differ from "Angry"?
How does "Lose someone's head" differ from "Make someone's blood boil"?
How does "Lose someone's head" differ from "Make someone's blood boil"?
How does "Under the weather" differ from "Sick"?
How does "Under the weather" differ from "Sick"?
How does "Cry over spilt milk" differ from "Regret"?
How does "Cry over spilt milk" differ from "Regret"?
Based on the example dialogue, what is implied when Sarah is described as 'on cloud nine' after learning she got into her top college?
Based on the example dialogue, what is implied when Sarah is described as 'on cloud nine' after learning she got into her top college?
According to the example dialogue, what might lead someone to feel 'down in the dumps'?
According to the example dialogue, what might lead someone to feel 'down in the dumps'?
Based on the context provided, when is it appropriate to suggest to a friend that they 'stop crying over spilt milk'?
Based on the context provided, when is it appropriate to suggest to a friend that they 'stop crying over spilt milk'?
In the provided dialogues, what is a situation that makes John feel 'under the weather'?
In the provided dialogues, what is a situation that makes John feel 'under the weather'?
Which situation, based on the example dialogues, makes someone's 'blood boil'?
Which situation, based on the example dialogues, makes someone's 'blood boil'?
Which of the following situations would cause a person to 'lose their head'?
Which of the following situations would cause a person to 'lose their head'?
Considering Mark's changed feelings, what does "Mark returned to the bridge where he usually hung out with his friends and suddenly missed the old days" suggest about "feeling blue"?
Considering Mark's changed feelings, what does "Mark returned to the bridge where he usually hung out with his friends and suddenly missed the old days" suggest about "feeling blue"?
Which of the following situations is a suitable time to advise against "crying over spilt milk"?
Which of the following situations is a suitable time to advise against "crying over spilt milk"?
Following the context in 'On cloud nine' in the sample paragraph, which could follow in expanding it?
Following the context in 'On cloud nine' in the sample paragraph, which could follow in expanding it?
Following the context in 'down in the dumps' in the sample paragraph, which could follow in expanding it?
Following the context in 'down in the dumps' in the sample paragraph, which could follow in expanding it?
Following the context in 'feeling blue' in the sample paragraph, which could follow in expanding it?
Following the context in 'feeling blue' in the sample paragraph, which could follow in expanding it?
Following the context in 'make someone's blood boil' in the sample paragraph, which could follow in expanding it?
Following the context in 'make someone's blood boil' in the sample paragraph, which could follow in expanding it?
Following the context in 'lose someone's head' in the sample paragraph, which could follow in expanding it?
Following the context in 'lose someone's head' in the sample paragraph, which could follow in expanding it?
Following the context in 'under the weather' in the sample paragraph, which could follow in expanding it?
Following the context in 'under the weather' in the sample paragraph, which could follow in expanding it?
Following the context in 'cry over spilt milk' in the sample paragraph, which could follow in expanding it?
Following the context in 'cry over spilt milk' in the sample paragraph, which could follow in expanding it?
In general, what is the author trying to accomplish in the document?
In general, what is the author trying to accomplish in the document?
Approximately how many idioms are there?
Approximately how many idioms are there?
What two challenges do most people face when learning idioms?
What two challenges do most people face when learning idioms?
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On cloud nine
On cloud nine
Feeling extremely happy and excited.
Down in the dumps
Down in the dumps
Feeling unhappy, sad, or depressed.
Feeling blue
Feeling blue
Feeling sad or melancholic.
Make someone's blood boil
Make someone's blood boil
To cause someone to become very angry.
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Lose someone's head
Lose someone's head
To lose control of one's emotions.
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Under the weather
Under the weather
Feeling slightly unwell or sick.
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Cry over spilt milk
Cry over spilt milk
To express regret about something that has already happened.
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Whet one's appetite
Whet one's appetite
To stimulate or increase someone's desire for something.
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Get something off one's chest
Get something off one's chest
To relieve one's emotions by talking about them.
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Gut feeling
Gut feeling
An intuition or feeling that cannot be explained logically.
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Get on someone's nerves
Get on someone's nerves
To annoy or irritate someone
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Black sheep
Black sheep
A person who is different from the rest of their family or group.
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Early bird
Early bird
A person who gets up early in the morning.
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Night owl
Night owl
A person who stays up late at night.
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Smell something fishy
Smell something fishy
To detect or suspect something is wrong or dishonest.
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Party pooper
Party pooper
A person who ruins the fun at a party or gathering.
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Free spirit
Free spirit
A person who is independent and does what they want to.
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The benefit of the doubt
The benefit of the doubt
To give someone the advantage of being considered honest.
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Sticky fingers
Sticky fingers
To steal or pilfer.
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Cold feet
Cold feet
To feel nervous or apprehensive about doing something.
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Through thick and thin
Through thick and thin
Through good times and bad times.
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Break the ice
Break the ice
To make people feel more relaxed
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Turn a blind eye
Turn a blind eye
To avoid seeing or paying attention to something obvious.
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The early bird catches the worm
The early bird catches the worm
The person who takes action first gets the advantage.
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Head in the clouds
Head in the clouds
To be impractical or unrealistic.
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Miles away
Miles away
Far away or distracted.
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Cut someone some slack
Cut someone some slack
To treat someone gently or leniently.
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Bite the bullet
Bite the bullet
To force oneself to do something unpleasant.
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Pull oneself together
Pull oneself together
To calm down and regain control of one's emotions.
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Judge a book by its cover
Judge a book by its cover
To form an opinion based on appearance.
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Up in the air
Up in the air
Uncertain or undecided.
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Keep one's chin up
Keep one's chin up
To stay positive.
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No pain, no gain
No pain, no gain
There is no reward without effort.
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Let the cat out of the bag
Let the cat out of the bag
To reveal a secret unintentionally or indiscreetly.
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- Study notes on IELTS Speaking idioms from ZIM Academy
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- Idioms are frequently used in English and other languages, with 25,000+ in English.
- Understanding idioms helps with listening comprehension and fluency in English.
- Using idioms in IELTS Speaking can improve Lexical Resource scores.
- Challenges in learning idioms include prioritizing which ones to learn and finding effective learning methods.
- The meaning of idioms cannot be inferred from the individual literal meanings of the words.
“On cloud nine”
- The idiom means being extremely happy and excited.
- It's more specific and intense than "happy".
- It implies an experience of great happiness.
- It is often used for specific events or achievements that bring joy.
- After months of hard work, Sarah feels extremely happy after receiving a promotion.
"Down in the dumps"
- Expresses feeling unhappy.
- Indicates a state of sadness or depression that is more prolonged.
- Mark felt sad after being fired. After a fruitless job hunt, he felt down in the dumps and gave up.
"Feeling blue"
- The idiom means feeling sad or depressed.
- It describes a general sense of sadness without a specific cause.
- It carries a more poetic tone.
- After a year abroad, Sarah felt very sad when her best friend moved away. John couldn't shake off a feeling of melancholy.
“Make someone’s blood boil”
- The expression means to feel extreme anger.
- “Make someone's blood boil” expresses a stronger sentiment than “angry”.
- It often describes an abrupt reaction to a specific event or situation.
- John was angry that his car was scratched but seeing the extent of the damage made his blood boil.
“Lose someone’s head”
- Refers to losing one's temper or control.
- It implies acting irrationally or impulsively due to anger.
- "Lose someone’s head” suggests a lack of control.
“Under the weather”
- Idiom means feeling unwell or sick.
- It describes a mild illness or feeling unwell.
- It suggests a temporary state of feeling upset.
- After returning from school, a feeling of fatigue prompted a bit being under the weather.
“Cry over spilt milk”
- Expresses regret about something that cannot be changed
- Term is used to emphasize that to express regret something that has already happened is not helpful
- It refers to regretting something in a useless way
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