Summer Idioms 1
When are "the dog days of summer"?
July 3 - August 11
. I really learned how to travel on a shoestring when I studied abroad.
Do something with a small amount of money.
Explain the meaning of this phrase:
"I'm glad Tony started repaying the money he borrowed from me, but the five dollars he gave me yesterday is just a drop in the ocean compared to what he still owes. "
A very small amount.
His baseball team won the first match in the tournament, but one swallow doesn’t make a summer.
One good thing doesn’t necessarily indicate that the tendency will continue.
Explain the meaning of this phrase:
"Don’t worry. I promise, I’ll be there – rain or shine."
I'll certainly be there.
What is an Indian Summer?
Warm days in September.
Melica goes out every week and knows everyone in New York. She is such a social butterfly!
A person who is socially dynamic, successful at networking, and charismatic.
Explain the meaning:
"Don't be a big shot!"
Don't be arrogant.
Explain the meaning of this phrase:
"After a good night sleep, I woke up feeling fresh as a daisy. "
Fresh and full of energy.
We’re going to beat the heat by going to the cinema today.
Remain cool in hot weather.
Explain the meaning of this phrase:
"She’s trying to get into Harvard but I think she’s chasing rainbows."
Pursuing something not realistic.
Explain the meaning:
"He bit more than he can chew."
He took too much.