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Idioms

Idioms. A phrase whose meaning cannot be determined by the literal definition of the phrase itself, but refers instead to a figurative meaning that is known only through common use. The guy kicked the bucket . (died) The girl got knocked up. (got pregnant)

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Idioms

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  1. Idioms A phrase whose meaning cannot be determined by the literal definition of the phrase itself, but refers instead to a figurative meaning that is known only through common use. The guy kicked the bucket. (died) The girl got knocked up. (got pregnant) My boss looked the other way (ignored my action)

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  3. Idioms Let him have it Chip off the old block Ace up his sleeve Cold TurkeyHang ‘em up Riding coattails Be too hot to handle Playing for timeArmed to the teeth Life's too shortOut of season Off-color commentOn the Clock On the flyA klutz: pay the piper: A (real) go-getter: shoot the breeze:

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