Understanding Common Idioms

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Match the following idioms with their meanings:

Under the weather = Feeling ill or unwell Piece of cake = Something that is very easy to do Once in a blue moon = Something that happens very rarely Spill the beans = To disclose secret information

Match the following idioms with their examples:

Cost an arm and a leg = Eating at that new restaurant is too expensive A blessing in disguise = Losing my job led to a better opportunity Once in a blue moon = I see my friends rarely due to busy lives Spill the beans = I revealed Jake's secret project accidentally

Match the idiom with its Persian translation:

Under the weather = بیمار Piece of cake = مثل آب خوردن Once in a blue moon = هر از چند گاهی A blessing in disguise = نعمتی نهانی

Match the idiom with its context:

Cost an arm and a leg = Prices at the new restaurant Spill the beans = Accidentally revealing a secret Once in a blue moon = Meeting college friends rarely A blessing in disguise = Finding a dream job after losing one Signup and view all the answers

Match the idiom with a related situation:

Under the weather = Feeling unwell and missing events Piece of cake = An easier than expected math test Cost an arm and a leg = High prices at a fancy restaurant Once in a blue moon = Rare meetups with friends Signup and view all the answers

Match the idiom with a description:

A blessing in disguise = Initial bad experience turns good Under the weather = Condition of being sick Spill the beans = Sharing a secret unintentionally Piece of cake = An easy task Signup and view all the answers

Match the idiom with an appropriate response:

Cost an arm and a leg = I prefer cheaper alternatives Under the weather = Make sure to rest and recover A blessing in disguise = It's all about seeing the positive Once in a blue moon = It's great to cherish those moments Signup and view all the answers

Match the idiom with a relevant interaction:

Spill the beans = Curiosity after a secret is revealed Once in a blue moon = Reminiscing about old times with friends Under the weather = Concern over someone's health Piece of cake = Feeling relieved after a simple task Signup and view all the answers

Match the idiom with its meaning:

Break the ice = To initiate conversation in a social setting, making people feel more comfortable Bite the bullet = To reveal a secret unintentionally Burn the midnight oil = To work late into the night Hit the nail on the head = To describe exactly what is causing a situation or problem Signup and view all the answers

Match the idiom with its translation in Persian:

Break the ice = یخ کسی آب شدن Bite the bullet = دندان روی جگر گذاشتن Let the cat out of the bag = فاش کردن یک راز Burn the midnight oil = تا بوق سگ کار کردن Signup and view all the answers

Match the idiom with its example context:

Burn the midnight oil = Lisa is exhausted after working late on a project Bite the bullet = Jake plans to ask his boss for a raise Let the cat out of the bag = Jake spills the secret about Lisa’s surprise party Hit the nail on the head = Lisa receives feedback on her presentation clarity Signup and view all the answers

Match the idiom with the advice given:

Break the ice = Keep it light and chat about something casual Bite the bullet = Prepare your case and just go for it Burn the midnight oil = Remember to take breaks or you'll crash Let the cat out of the bag = Play it off as a joke to cover the slip-up Signup and view all the answers

Match the character to their situation:

Lisa = Is trying to finish a project at night Jake = Accidentally reveals a surprise party Signup and view all the answers

Match the idiom to its scenario:

Break the ice = Lisa uses a compliment to ease tension Bite the bullet = Jake decides it’s time to confront his boss Burn the midnight oil = Lisa stays up late to meet a deadline Let the cat out of the bag = Jake reveals too much in a conversation Signup and view all the answers

Match the idiom with its associated feeling:

Break the ice = Comfort Bite the bullet = Courage Burn the midnight oil = Exhaustion Hit the nail on the head = Clarity Signup and view all the answers

Match the idiom with the lesson learned:

Break the ice = A compliment can open doors Bite the bullet = Procrastination increases anxiety Burn the midnight oil = Balance hard work with rest Let the cat out of the bag = Be careful with surprises Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Idiom Meanings and Examples

Break the ice: Initiating conversation to create a more comfortable social setting. Example: Lisa compliments her neighbor's garden, starting a conversation.
Bite the bullet: Facing a challenging situation with courage. Example: Jake plans to ask for a raise, even though he's nervous.
Burn the midnight oil: Working late into the night. Example: Lisa is working on a project and feeling exhausted.
Let the cat out of the bag: Unintentionally revealing a secret. Example: Jake accidentally tells Lisa about her surprise party.
Hit the nail on the head: Describing the exact cause of a situation or problem. Example: Jake accurately points out a lack of clarity in Lisa's presentation.
Under the weather: Feeling unwell or ill. Example: Jake is feeling sick and missed a meeting.
Piece of cake: Something that is very easy to do. Example: Lisa finds a math test easier than expected.
Once in a blue moon: Something that happens rarely. Example: Jake rarely sees his college friends due to busy schedules.
Spill the beans: To disclose secret information. Example: Lisa accidentally reveals Jake's secret project.
Cost an arm and a leg: To be very expensive. Example: Jake finds a restaurant's prices to be outrageous.
A blessing in disguise: Something seemingly bad that turns out to be good. Example: Lisa loses her job, but it leads to a better opportunity.

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Test your knowledge of idioms with this quiz that explores their meanings and uses through examples. From 'breaking the ice' to 'burning the midnight oil', discover how these expressions enhance communication in English. Perfect for learners and language enthusiasts alike!