idiom
cool as a cucumber
What is feeling calm, not nervous?
means don't bother me, go away
what is to get off my back?
means to not worry about something that might occur in the future
what is to cross that bridge when you come to it
to break the ice
what is to make someone feel comfortable
Don't bite off more than you can chew, you might regret it.
what is to take on a task that is way too big
count on me
What is to depend or rely on someone?
means to work or stud late into the night
what is to burn the midnight oil
means something that is unexpectedly very strong and powerful
what is to pack a punch
butterflies in your stomach
what is to feel nervous or excited
Even though we didn't win the lottery it was really a blessing in disguise.
what is something good that isn't recognized at first
down in the dumps
what is to feel sad or depressed
means to take a chance or risk
what is to go out on a limb
means when someone makes an accurate guess or prediction
what is to hit the nail on the head
to beat around the bush
what is to avoid talking about the main point
Let me play devil's advocate and tell an opposing view.
What is to present a counter argument as an example
eyes bigger than your stomach
what is to take too much food and not be able to eat it all
means to annoy or irritate someone
what is to get under someones skin
means someone has done something wrong and will face consequences
what is to be in hot water
raining cats and dogs
what is to rain really heavy
I heard through the grapevine that she is moving to another state.
what is to hear a rumor about someone or something
a skeleton in the closet
what is to have a secret
means to do something that is necessary or important but you don't feel like doing it
what is to bite the bullet
means to take back what you said about something, in an embarrassing way
what is to eat your words
costs an arm and a leg
what is something that is very expensive
I'll give you the benefit of the doubt that you did your homework even if you don't have it with you.
What is to believe someone even without proof