Idioms
Word Transformation
Key Word Transformation
Vocabulary
100
it means that they’re really tired and want to go to sleep.
What is “Hit the hay” ?
100
He is a rude man and speaks __________ to everyone. (PLEASANT)
What is unpleasantly?
100
What was much better than expected was the costume design. (EXPECTATION) What ________________________________ the costume design.
exceeded my expectation was
100
quarrels
What are Arguments?
200
Being ________________ means that you’ve been betrayed by someone who you thought you could trust.
What is “Stabbed in the back”?
200
That simple mistake meant she managed to ___________ all her good work. (DO)
What is undo?
200
Does he ever give you the impression that he would rather be talking to someone else? (FEELING) Do you ever _______________________ would rather be talking to someone else?
get the feeling (that) he
200
gregarious
What is sociable, outgoing, cheerful?
300
A rule of _______ is a “rule” that’s not totally precise. It’s based off common experience and common sense.
What is "thumb"?
300
(SWEET) He likes to _________________ his breakfast cereal with agave instead of sugar.
What is sweeten?
300
Jenny’s generosity means that people exploit her good nature. (ADVANTAGE) Jenny’s so ___________________________ of her good nature.
generous (that) people take advantage
300
behaving in a dishonest way by telling lies and making people believe things that are not true
What is deceitful?
400
When you’re feeling angry or upset, and want to do something to relieve those emotions, then you need to _____________...
What is “Blow off steam”?
400
She is a talented singer and actress who stands a good chance of gaining ____________ and recognition. (STAR)
What is stardom?
400
Angela was full of anticipation about the party next week. (LOOKING) Angela was _______________________ next week.
looking forward to the party
400
vast array
What is wide range?
500
Disseminate or circulate very quickly, as in "The rumor about their divorce ______________.
What is "spread like wildfire"?
500
He tried to disguise his voice whilst talking on the telephone by putting a handkerchief across the ...........
What is mouthpiece?
500
She needs to consider the amount the holiday is going to cost. (ACCOUNT) She needs to ___________________ much the holiday is going to cost.
take into account how
500
a person who supports their family with the money they earn
What is breadwinner?