Fall idioms 1
What does "The apple doesn't fall far from the tree mean?"
A child grows up to be similar to its parents, both in behavior and in physical characteristics.
What does it mean to "get wind of something"?
To hear about something or to learn about something.
What does it mean to have "skeletons in your closet"?
to have done something in the past that they don't want other people to know about. To have done something wrong that causes shame.
What does "a piece of cake" mean?
It means that it is easy or straightforward.
What does, "It's so late, I'm going to turn into a pumpkin" mean?
I better get home and get to bed. It's past my bedtime.
What does it mean to "Drive someone nuts"?
To make someone act crazy or irrationale.
What does "pale as a ghost" mean?
Very pale, as with fear or nausea.
What does it mean when someone "plays devil's advocate"?
When you express an opinion which you may not agree with but which is very different from what other people have been saying. To take the opposite side or view in a discussion.
What does it mean to "dig in"?
To begin eating, with enthusiasm.
What does it mean to "stab someone in the back"?
This refers to a friend or acquaintance betraying you for their own personal gain.
What does "apple of your eye" mean?
Something or someone that one cherishes above all others.
What does "ghost town" mean?
A deserted town with few or no remaining inhabitants.
What does it mean to "dig one's grave"?
They are doing something foolish or dangerous that will cause their failure.
What does it mean to "grab a bite"?
To quickly get something to eat.
What is a "witch hunt"?
The deliberate harassment of people with opposing views.
What does "to save for a rainy day" mean?
To set aside money with the idea of using it sometime in the future or when it is needed.
What does it mean to be "scared stiff"?
Utterly terrified; so scared that one cannot move.
What does it mean when "your eyes are bigger than your stomach"?
It means that you thought you could eat more food than you really could.
What does "autumn years" mean?
Period later in life, often after retirement.
What does it mean to "make someone's blood boil"?
To make someone very angry.
What does it mean to "turn over a new leaf"?
To start to act or behave in a better or more responsible way. To change one's conduct or attitude for the better.
What does "blind as a bat" mean?
There are two meanings:
1. having very bad eyesight
2. unable to recognize problems or bad things
What does "squirrel away" mean?
To create a stash or collection of something for a later time.
What does "over my dead body" mean?
Said when you refuse to let someone do something or cooperate.
What does it mean to be a "night owl"? Are you a night owl?
A person who tends to stay up late.