Idiomatic expressions
Not frequently. Rarely.
What is "once in a blue moon?"
Definition: to charge an important public figure with a serious crime.
What is "impeach"?
We use this form to describe an event that has finished, and the time is finished.
What is the "simple past?"
This is made of metal and used to mix batter.
What is a "whisk?"
A sign of hope during a negative situation.
What is a silver lining?
Definition: something that has many dangers or risks
What is "a minefield?"
We use this form to talk about daily routines.
What is the "simple present?"
This is made of metal and used to cook noodles, meat, and vegetables on the stove.
What is a "wok?"
I'd like to, but I can't do it right now.
What is "can I take a rain check?"
Definition: unhappy and annoyed
What is "disgruntled?"
We use this form when we talk about a continuous action that happened before.
What is the "past continous/past progressive?"
This is used to heat up food quickly.
What is a "microwave?"
Please don't tell my secret!
What is "don't let the cat out of the bag?"
Definition: very, very, very cold
What is "frigid?"
We use this form to talk about an action in the past that is connected to the present, or when the action happened, not a specified time in the past.
What is the "present perfect?"
This gives us instructions for cooking food.
What is a "recipe?"
I have no idea.
What is "your guess is as good as mine?"
Definition: to be able to see clearly, especially after a period of illness or confusion.
What is "lucid?"
We use this word(s) to intensify an adjective.
What is/are so, very, extremely?
When you use your hands to press something to get juice from it.
What is "squeeze?"