idiom
know sth inside out
be very familiar with
a stitch in time (saves nine)
used for saying that it is better to solve a problem now, rather than leave it until later when it may be more difficult to deal with
in the middle of nowhere
a long way from any town or city
take a short cut (to)
follow a path that is quicker and shorter than the usual way
fall into place
When things fall into place, they happen in a satisfactory way, without problems
When events or details that you did not understand before fall into place, they become easy to understand
reinvent the wheel
waste time and effort trying to do something that someone else has already done well
all in good time
used for telling someone to wait for something and not try to make you hurry
lose your bearings
become confused about where you are and where other things are
take the scenic route
follow a longer path than the usual one because it is more attractive
stay level with
To maintain the same position, pace, or status as someone or something else; to keep up with.
stick to your guns
refuse to change what you are saying or doing despite the opposition or criticism of other people
in/for donkey's years
an extremely long time
make a beeline for
go towards someone or something in the quickest and most direct way
drive one’s point home
To explain or emphasize your argument or opinion so clearly and forcefully that people understand and accept it.
the tools of the trade
the skills and equipment that you need in order to do your job
the other day
recently
off the beaten track
away from populated areas or areas popular with tourists
a sore point
A subject that causes someone to feel upset, angry, or embarrassed when it is mentioned.
as the crow flies
in a straight line (used for measuring distance)
follow your nose
go straight forward, without turning; do what you feel is right in a particular situation, although you are not certain
stop dead in your tracks
suddenly stop, for example because you are surprised
raise one’s hopes
To make someone feel more optimistic or hopeful about something, often with the risk of later disappointment.