Category English Idioms

Learn English Idioms and how to use them.

Black Sheep, eye to eye, etc.

Image: Sheep, Moon, Wind, Coins ***Remember to use idioms appropriately in context to convey their intended meanings. Exercise 1: Vocabulary 1. To be the black sheep Definition: To be the odd or disreputable member of a group or family. Example:…

Tough Cookie, Dead horse, etc.

Exercise 1: Vocabulary 1. To have a heart-to-heart Definition: To have a sincere and honest conversation. Example: “They sat down for a heart-to-heart discussion about their relationship.” 2. To be a square peg in a round hole Definition: To not fit or…

Jump ship, fit to drop, etc.

Exercise 1: Vocabulary 1. Twist someone’s arm Definition: To persuade or convince someone, often through pressure or coercion. Example: “I didn’t want to go, but my friends twisted my arm, so I joined them at the party.” 2. Pull out all…