Vocabulary: Idiomatic Expressions Flashcards

When a friend tells you to break the ice at a party, they want you to:

Answer: Start a conversation to ease tension

"Break the ice" means to initiate social interaction and reduce awkwardness.

If your boss says you need to bite the bullet, you should:

Answer: Face an unpleasant task with courage

"Bite the bullet" means to endure something difficult that cannot be avoided.

Someone says the answer to your question is a piece of cake. This means it is:

Answer: Very easy

"A piece of cake" describes a task that is simple to accomplish.

If a coworker spills the beans, they have:

Answer: Revealed a secret

"Spill the beans" means to disclose information that was meant to be kept private.

Your friend is feeling under the weather today. This means she is:

Answer: Feeling unwell

"Under the weather" means feeling slightly ill.

When you tell someone to keep their chin up, you are encouraging them to:

Answer: Stay positive during hard times

"Keep your chin up" means to remain optimistic despite difficulty.

If a plan goes back to the drawing board, the team must:

Answer: Start planning again from scratch

"Back to the drawing board" means to restart after a failed attempt.