“Break new ground”
To do something innovative or original.
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“Break new ground”
To do something innovative or original.
“It’s anyone’s guess”
No one knows for sure.
“A wild goose chase”
A useless search for something that is hard or impossible to find.
“Hold your own”
To perform well despite difficulty or competition.
“Even the score”
To make a situation equal after being behind.
“Cut it close”
To leave very little time before a deadline.
“A slap on the wrist”
A very mild punishment.
“Hear it through the grapevine”
To hear news unofficially from other people.
“A wake-up call”
An event that makes someone realize action is needed.
“A double-edged sword”
Something that has both advantages and disadvantages.
“Change your tune”
To change your opinion or attitude.
“As clear as mud”
Very confusing or not clear at all.
“Rock the boat”
To cause problems by changing or challenging the situation.
“Hit the ground running”
To start something with energy and immediate progress.
“Read between the lines”
To understand the hidden meaning of something.
“Go without saying”
To be obvious.
“Dead set against”
Strongly opposed to something.
“Cool as a cucumber”
Very calm, especially under pressure.
“Bread and butter”
A person’s main source of income.
“Lay your cards on the table”
To be honest and open about your plans or feelings.
“Learn the ropes”
To learn how to do a job or activity.
“In one piece”
Safe and not damaged.
“Cross the line”
To behave in an unacceptable way.
“Against the clock”
In a hurry to finish something before a deadline.
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“Miss the boat”
To miss an opportunity.
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