Англійські ідіоми

“In a nutshell”

In a very brief and clear way.

“Drive home”

To emphasize a point clearly.

“Bide your time”

To wait patiently for the right moment.

“Keep tabs on”

To watch or monitor carefully.

“Hit home”

To be fully understood or strongly felt.

“Foot the bill”

To pay for something.

“Catch your breath”

To rest until you can breathe normally again.

“Follow in someone’s footsteps”

To do the same thing as someone did before you.

“Cook the books”

To dishonestly change financial records.

“Give it a shot”

To try something.

“Every dog has its day”

Everyone gets a chance to succeed at some point.

“Dead in the water”

Unable to continue or succeed.

“Blow your own trumpet”

To talk proudly about your own achievements.

“Be in over your head”

To be involved in something too difficult for you.

“Come out on top”

To win or succeed after difficulty.

“A fresh pair of eyes”

A new person who can look at something objectively.

“Iron out”

To solve small problems or disagreements.

“Go belly up”

To fail completely, especially a business.

“Dig your heels in”

To refuse to change your opinion or position.

“Against all odds”

Despite very low chances of success.

“Go out on a limb”

To take a risk by saying or doing something.

“All things considered”

After considering everything.

“Live and learn”

Used after learning from a mistake or experience.

“Have a field day”

To enjoy an opportunity to criticize or take advantage.