Idioms

ultimately; when everything is considered

in a desperate situation with few options left

To do or say something that eases tension and gets people talking comfortably in an unfamiliar social situation.

to ignore an unpleasant reality hoping it will go away

to reconcile with someone and bring a quarrel to an end

to be good enough to achieve the desired result

to achieve the desired result or solve a problem

to make someone feel extremely annoyed or frustrated

an excessive collection of things; nearly everything imaginable, included without restraint

temporarily, until circumstances change

To start an activity or process.

to understand a situation, especially after an explanation

To make more effort than is expected or required.

To adjust calmly to circumstances or prevailing behavior instead of resisting them.

to study hard, especially before an exam

to start a new job or project with immediate energy and effectiveness, without needing a slow start

To gain a remarkably favorable result, usually unexpectedly or through luck.

to produce exactly the intended effect or be correct

To describe or identify something exactly right.

To go to bed.

during the beginning stages of something

under the control or responsibility of someone

over a long period of time; eventually

at the latest moment when success is still possible

in the same difficult situation as other people

over a short period of time; in the near future

to inspect or test something before committing to it

To learn how to do a job or task properly.

To reveal a secret, usually by mistake.

To lose a chance to do something by being too slow or late.

to be undecided or avoid choosing between two options or sides

used to introduce the first of two contrasting points or sides of an argument

used to introduce a contrasting point of view or alternative

thinking or acting in a way that is likely to lead to success

In agreement or sharing the same understanding.

thinking and understanding in the same way; in agreement

immediately and at the place where something happens

Feeling exceptionally happy and satisfied, especially after a success.

exactly the same person or thing, despite appearing to have two identities

completely impossible or not permitted

extremely happy or delighted

praise or recognition for something done well

to make it easier for something else to happen or develop

to stop funding or supporting something, ending it abruptly

to finally make a decision and act on it

to offer something for consideration in a discussion or negotiation

to create an extremely loud commotion through celebration or protest

to sense the mood, expectations, and dynamics of the people present

continuously, throughout all twenty-four hours of the day

to be a trait shared by members of a family

to commit yourself formally by signing an agreement

To reveal a secret, often accidentally.

to continue with a plan despite difficulties or doubt

to try something cautiously before committing fully to it

A situation in which you enjoy the advantages of two different things at the same time.

a comfortable, enjoyable way of living, often with few worries

the best or most enjoyable part of an event or period

An extra good thing that makes a good situation even better.

the central, most important aspect of a situation

later events are already familiar or easily assumed, so they need no further telling

all the facts about a situation, including ones not yet known

clear and unmistakable signs that failure or disaster is coming

Feeling slightly ill or unwell.

a person who strongly resembles a parent in character or behavior

a guess or attempt with very little chance of success

affecting everyone or everything equally

To make a bad situation or an argument worse.

to stay better prepared than others by anticipating future needs

extremely fashionable or popular at a particular time

similar to; roughly in the style or manner of

equipped with a very large number of weapons and ready for conflict

a thought or worry that you are vaguely aware of but not focusing on

immediately and with no hesitation when an opportunity or prompt appears

to start planning or designing again after an idea or attempt has failed

To pursue a mistaken or misguided line of thought or action.

to prepare yourself and your resources for an approaching difficult situation

To avoid talking about the main point directly.

happening privately or secretly, not in public view

To force yourself to do something unpleasant or difficult that you have been avoiding.

to fail or come to an end; to die

to get past the main obstacle so that the remaining work becomes easier

To cost so much that it uses up all your money.

to do something new and different that sets a new standard

to reduce or remove the difference between two things or groups

To earn the money that supports a household.

to work so hard and long that you exhaust yourself

To stay up very late working or studying.

strictly following the rules or official procedures

By the narrowest possible margin; only just barely.

to feel intensely ready to begin after being forced to wait

to remove distractions or unfinished tasks so you are ready for action

to advance step by step through the ranks of a company

to be extraordinarily expensive

to perform well enough for a particular need or expectation

To get to the important point without wasting time.

sleeping so deeply that you are completely unaware of your surroundings