Idioms 1
Carrie is so cold-hearted. She she just stood by and did nothing when the little boy fell and got hurt.
lack of care for others
Ms. Jones was going to give us homework over the break. However, she had a change of heart and decided not to.
to change your mind
Ms. Jones, I want to thank you from the bottom of my heart for all of your help this year. I truly appreciate it.
to really mean something
The teacher got straight to the heart of the matter while discussing the upcoming field trip to the museum with her class. She started speaking about the transportation and schedule for the day right away.
the most important or essential facts
After their huge fight last week, Sara and Ashley had a heart-to-heart and resolved their issues.
to have a deep conversation
I cried my heart out when my childhood pet passed away.
to cry a lot about something
Sarah always goes out of her way to help everyone she can- she really has a heart of gold.
to be very kind and generous
She waited years for him to pop the question. She was so excited to finally be getting married.
to ask someone to get married
She remembers all of her friend's telephone numbers by heart.
When you learn something by heart, you learn it exactly and from memory
I can always tell when Jenny is upset because she wears her heart on her sleeve.
to show how you feel about something
Our hearts were set on going to Disney World over winter break, but Mary broke her leg so we had to cancel the trip.
to really want something
My heart was in my mouth when I walked into the principal's office. I had no idea what she was going to say!
to feel very nervous
Even though the birthday cake Kevin made burned in the oven, his heart was in the right place. He was just trying to do something nice for his mom's birthday.
to have good intentions even though mistakes happen; to be kindhearted and well-meaning.
When Kelly and Lisa partnered up for the dance competition, it was a match made in heaven! They were a great team.
two people who go together very well
The owner of the company announced with a heavy heart that he would have to fire half of his employees, even though he wished he could keep everyone.
with a lot of sadness
John was eating his heart out when Kyle won tickets to the Super Bowl.
to be jealous
A: Are you finally going to buy this car?
B: Well, I have to take it up with my better half first.
someone's husband or wife
Amy was so tired from soccer practice that she did all of her homework with half a heart.
you do something with not enough effort or enthusiasm
She has five children, but her only son is clearly the apple of her eye. He gets the most attention and love.
the person you love and are proud of the most
Mary and John have been dating for a long time. They finally tied the knot this summer.
to get married