英文慣用語

“Give the green light”

To approve or allow something to begin.

“Cry wolf”

To ask for help when there is no real danger, so people stop believing you.

“Between a rock and a hard place”

In a situation where every choice is difficult.

“At a crossroads”

At a point where an important decision must be made.

“Give it your best shot”

To try as hard as you can.

“Call someone’s bluff”

To challenge someone to prove that what they say is true.

“Hands are tied”

Unable to act because of rules or restrictions.

“Come rain or shine”

No matter what happens.

“Back to square one”

To start again from the beginning after failing.

“Touch base”

To make brief contact or communicate with someone.

“All over the place”

Disorganized or scattered.

“Ahead of the curve”

More advanced than others.

“Fit as a fiddle”

Very healthy and strong.

“Fair and square”

Honestly and according to the rules.

“Give someone the benefit of the doubt”

To believe someone may be telling the truth even if you are not sure.

“In a nutshell”

In a very brief and clear way.

“Feel your way”

To proceed carefully without full knowledge.

“Call the tune”

To control what happens.

“Be on the safe side”

To avoid risk by being careful.

“The ball is rolling”

Something has started and is now progressing.

“Get off on the wrong foot”

To start a relationship or activity badly.

“Fly off the handle”

To suddenly become very angry.

“Blow your own trumpet”

To talk proudly about your own achievements.

“When it rains, it pours”

Problems often happen all at once.