English On Whatsapp #Volume 5
Build your Vocabulary – Idioms
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Idioms are words, phrases, or expressions that are grammatically unusual (as in, “Long time, no see!”), and their meaning cannot be taken literally (for example, “raining cats and dogs”).
Here are some idioms to make you sound confident, sophisticated and eloquent!
Turn over a new leaf – change for the better
After receiving feedback from his peers, Ajit decided to turn over a new leaf and work harder.
Gift of the gab – the ability to speak well
John has the gift of the gab – he can keep his team and clients engaged in the drabbest meetings.
Have second thoughts – reconsider a decision
Prabha was having second thoughts about her decision to travel abroad due to the Ebola epidemic.
Throw in the towel – accept defeat
Ganesh was ready to throw in the towel after debating with his team for two hours as they were not willing to accept his perspective.
Leave no stone unturned – make all possible efforts
Rani has left no stone unturned in learning the new technology – she really wants to move ahead in her career.