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Staring down the barrel |
Means facing an upcoming, serious danger or a very bad situation |
| 2 |
It’s a two-way street |
Means a situation or relationship where both people must share the work, effort, or care |
| 3 |
Lit a fire under me |
Means getting a sudden burst of energy, motivation, or pressure to act quickly and work hard, usually because of a looming deadline or a push from someone else. |
| 4 |
Keep up appearances |
Means to pretend that everything is fine, normal, or prosperous when your actual life or financial situation is doing very poorly |
| 5 |
Welcome to the club |
Means to tell someone that they share the same unpleasant situation, problem, or feeling as the speaker |
| 6 |
Whet your appetite |
Means to sharpen, stimulate, or increase your desire for something by giving you a small taste or a preview of it |
| 7 |
Behind the curve |
Means lagging behind current trends, developments, or new ways of thinking |
| 8 |
To take your mind off |
Means to distract yourself or someone else from an unpleasant thought, worry, or pain by shifting focus onto a different activity |
| 9 |
Far cry |
Means something is radically different or completely unlike something else |
| 10 |
Out of my hands |
Means you no longer have control or responsibility over a situation |
| 11 |
Breathing down my neck |
Means to watch, monitor, or supervise someone so closely that it makes them feel annoyed, pressured, or uncomfortable |
| 12 |
Here’s the kicker |
Used to introduce a surprising, dramatic, or unexpected turn of events in a story |
| 13 |
Swept me off my feet |
Means to make someone suddenly and completely fall in love with you, typically through charm, intense romance, or a grand gesture |
| 14 |
Frowned upon |
Means that an action, behavior, or practice is disapproved of, considered unacceptable, or viewed with displeasure by a group, society, or culture |
| 15 |
Tongue-in-cheek |
Means a humorous, ironic, or sarcastic statement meant to be understood as a joke, even if it is delivered with a serious expression |
| 16 |
Why buy the cow when the milk is free |
Means that if a person can obtain the benefits of a long-term commitment without marrying, they have no incentive to commit |
| 17 |
Rolling stone gathers no moss |
Means a person who never settles in one place or job will not accumulate wealth, stability, or responsibilities |
| 18 |
Roll with the punches |
Means to adapt to difficult situations, handle unexpected setbacks, and keep going despite adversity |
| 19 |
Roll off the tongue |
Means words, phrases, or names that are easy, smooth, or enjoyable to pronounce and speak |
| 20 |
Rolling in it |
Means to be very wealthy |
| 21 |
Rolling in the aisles |
Means to laugh uncontrollably |
| 22 |
Rolling |
Means to something that is continuous, adjustable, or moving without a fixed deadline |
| 23 |
Don't dilly-dally |
Means do not waste time, dawdle, or be indecisive |
| 24 |
Cry your eye's out |
Means to cry very hard, uncontrollably, and for a long period |
| 25 |
Catch someone's eye |
Means to attract someone's attention, to be noticed, or to make eye contact with someone |
| 26 |
Put one's face on |
Means to apply cosmetics or makeup, typically referring to a full routine |
| 27 |
On point |
Means something is perfectly executed, highly relevant, or accurate |
| 28 |
Thank god it's friday |
Means the relief and joy used to celebrate the end of the work or school week and the start of the weekend |
| 29 |
Stumbling block |
Means an obstacle, hindrance, or circumstance that prevents progress, agreement, or action |
| 30 |
Flat broke |
Means to have absolutely no money, to be completely penniless, or destitute |
| 31 |
Cash-strapped |
Means individuals, organizations, or governments that are short on money and lack sufficient financial resources to meet their needs or expenses |
| 32 |
Move up in the world |
Means to improve one's social status, increase wealth, or achieve greater success than before |
| 33 |
Out of work |
Means to be unemployed, jobless, or without a paid job |
| 34 |
All things considered |
Means taking every factor, positive and negative, into account before making a judgment or reaching a conclusion |
| 35 |
Cloudy situation |
Means a state of being uncertain, confused, obscure, or lacking clear definition, often applied to complex issues, decisions, or murky liquids |
| 36 |
Silver lining |
Means a consoling or hopeful prospect within an otherwise difficult, unpleasant, or sad situation |
| 37 |
Top gun |
Means a person who is the best or one of the best in a particular field |
| 38 |
Dream job |
Means a highly personal, ideal position that perfectly aligns with an individual's passions, skills, and values, offering fulfillment, good work-life balance, and fair compensation |
| 39 |
My door is always open |
Means a person is available to listen, offer support, or accept new ideas at any time |
| 40 |
All hell broke loose |
Means a sudden, chaotic, and uncontrollable situation |
| 41 |
There will be hell to pay |
Means there will be severe consequences, serious trouble, or angry repercussions resulting from an action |
| 42 |
Blood on your hands |
Means to signifies personal guilt or responsibility for a death or serious harm |
| 43 |
Mystery on our hands |
Means having an unexplained problem or situation present that now requires attention, investigation, or solving |
| 44 |
Shell shock |
Means a state of extreme mental confusion, exhaustion, or trauma resulting from intense stress |
| 45 |
White knuckling it |
Means to endure a high-stress, anxiety-provoking, or difficult situation solely through willpower and sheer determination, often without seeking help or using proper coping strategies |
| 46 |
Logic has holes |
Means that an argument, reasoning, or explanation is flawed, inconsistent, or missing crucial information, preventing it from being fully convincing or valid |
| 47 |
Cut a rug |
Means to dance, especially in an energetic or accomplished way |
| 48 |
Winner winner chicken dinner |
Means to celebrate a big win or success |
| 49 |
Scratch that |
Means to immediately cancel, retract, or ignore a previous statement or idea |
| 50 |
Finders keepers, losers weepers |
Means whoever finds a lost item gets to keep it, and the original owner has no right to reclaim it |
