Snowball
I got a surprise promotion at work today. Looks like Christmas came early this year!
When something good happens.
I know the box is small, but remember, good things come in small packages!
the best things aren't always big or extravagant
I’m organizing a game night tonight. Invite as many people as you want - the more the merrier!
everyone is welcome
As the first snowflakes fell, the entire town transformed into a winter wonderland, with rooftops and trees covered in a blanket of snow.
beautiful, snowy, scenery
She tried to make amends for her mistake, but her boss still gave her the cold shoulder.
ignore
Her face lit up like a Christmas tree when she realized it was a surprise party!
to be very happy or excited
Wow, the whole family has agreed on a movie to watch together. It’s a Christmas miracle!
unexpected, wonderful event
On the morning of the big presentation, she started to get cold feet, but she pushed through and delivered an excellent speech.
scared to do something or wanting to back out
Fixing the shelves to the wall was a piece of cake.
easy, simple
"Do you mind if I have the last slice of cake?" "Sure, by all means, be my guest."
go ahead, by all means
The positive feedback from our clients had a snowball effect on our business, leading to a significant increase in orders.
keeps increasing because of one action
We always trim our Christmas tree with gold tinsel and ribbon.
decorate
Promises from politician's should always be taken with a grain of salt.
don't completely believe without further research
This year I'm going to turn over a new leaf and start exercising more regularly.
start fresh or new, begin again
After barely passing her classes last year in school, she has a clean slate at the beginning of this year.
fresh start
Mark was walking on thin ice when he brought up a controversial topic at the family dinner and tensions rose very quickly.
taking a risk or chance, pushing the limits
Karaoke night tonight? Count me in, I’ll be there with bells on, ready to hit the high notes!
The team building exercises were designed to break the ice and foster a sense of camaraderie among the new employees.
get to know someone to feel more comfortable with others
After missing several team meetings, he felt like he was left out in the cold when it came to decision making.
left out, unaware
After the holiday break, I returned to the office only to find myself snowed under and had to work extra hours to catch up on pending tasks.
overwhelmed, have too much to do
I’ve looked everywhere for my house keys and I can’t find them! I feel like I’m going on a wild goose chase here.
looking for something that isn't there
He told me doing yoga every week would change my life. I’m skeptical but I guess the proof is in the pudding.
the truth can be found by experiencing it
Complaining about a free meal is like looking a gift horse in the mouth.
be critical or negative about something given to you
By the end of February, everyone in the neighborhood felt that winter was long in the tooth, eagerly anticipating the arrival of spring.
old, or going on for too long
The expedition was planned to take place in the dead of winter when the landscape would be at its most challenging and beautiful.
in the middle of winter, when it's very cold