Idiomatic Expressions
What does out of the blue mean?
Unexpectedly; without warning.
We’re having a barbecue _____ Saturday.
on
She hired a lawyer who specializes ___ divorce cases.
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in
She don’t have any experience in this field, but she’s eager to learn.
Mistake: "don’t"
Correct answer: "doesn’t"
Should any of Media Tech's products (break down/ break up), they can be repaired at licensed service centers across the country.
break down
What does back to the drawing board mean?
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To start over after a failure.
We’ll start the movie _____ everyone arrives.
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as soon as
A block in the pipe was preventing the water____ coming through.
from
The manager asked if everyone has completed their tasks yesterday.
Mistake: "has"
Correct answer: "had"
LA Properties (creates, specializes) in the renovation of old buildings, making them modern and convenient while retaining their unique appearance.
specializes
What does at the drop of a hat mean?
Willing to do something immediately without hesitation.
The library is open _____ 10 a.m. _____ 6 p.m.
from....to
Two writers collaborated ____ the script for the film.
on
He depends of his team to help meet the deadline.
Mistake: "of"
Correct answer: "on"
Our team needs to (collaborate/compete) to meet the project deadline.
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collaborate
What does put all your eggs in one basket mean?
To risk everything on a single venture.
By the time the manager ______, everyone had already left the office.
A) arrives
B) will arrive
C) arrived
D) has arrived
arrived
“By the time” refers to a past moment; we use past simple + past perfect.
The government must commit itself ____ improving healthcare.
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to
By the time he arrives, the meeting will have start.
Mistake: "start"
Correct answer: "started"
If we "go the extra mile," we are (doing/avoiding) additional work to achieve success.
doing
What does get your ducks in a row mean?
To organize your tasks or plans effectively.
The meeting was postponed ______ further notice.
A) during
B) until
C) for
D) since
until
“Until further notice” means the delay will last up to an unknown future time.
She concluded the speech ____reminding us of our responsibility.
by
There is two options available for the customer to choose from.
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Mistake: "is"
Correct answer: "are"
If we need "input," we are looking for (feedback/approval).
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