Fall idioms 1
What does "The apple doesn't fall far from the tree mean?" Give an example
A child grows up to be similar to its parents, both in behavior and in physical characteristics.
What does it mean to "get wind of something"?
To hear about something or to learn about something.
What does it mean to have "skeletons in your closet"?
To say that someone has skeletons in their closet means that they have done something in the past that they don't want other people knowing about. It could be something illegal or immoral but not necessarily.
What does "just gravy" or the "rest is just gravy" mean?
It means that it is easy and straightforward.
What does a "skeleton staff" mean?
A project that requires a "skeleton staff" is one that needs the smallest possible number of people to be completed.
To make someone go crazy.
What does "pale as a ghost" mean?
Very pale, as due to fear or nausea.
What does it mean when someone "plays devil's advocate"?
In a discussion or debate, you express an opinion which you may not agree with but which is very different to what other people have been saying, in order to make the argument more interesting.
What does it mean to "dig in"?
To begin eating
What does it mean to "stab someone in the back"?
This refers to a friend or acquaintance betraying you for their own personal gain.
What does "apple of your eye" mean?
Something or someone that one cherishes above all others.
What does "ghost town" mean?
A deserted town with few or no remaining inhabitants.
What does it mean to "dig one's grave"?
If someone is digging their own grave, they are doing something foolish or dangerous that will cause their own failure.
What does it mean to "grab a bite"?
To get something to eat.
What is a "witch hunt"?
The deliberate harassment of people with opposing views.
What does "to save for a rainy day" mean? Have you ever saved for a rainy day?
To set aside money with the idea of using it sometime in the future when it is needed.
What does it mean to be "scared stiff"? Have you ever been scared stiff?
Utterly terrified; so scared that one cannot move.
What does it mean when "your eyes are bigger than your stomach"?
It means that you thought you could eat more food than you really could.
What does "autumn years" mean?
Period of time later in life, often after retirement.
What does it mean to "make someone's blood boil"?
It means to make someone very angry.
What does it mean to "turn over a new leaf"? Have you ever turned over a new leaf?
To start to act or behave in a better or more responsible way. To make a fresh start. To change one's conduct or attitude for the better.
What does "blind as a bat" mean?
There are two meanings:
1. having very bad eyesight
2. unable to recognize problems or bad things
What does "squirrel away" mean?
To create a stash or collection of something for a later time.
What does "over my dead body" mean?
This is used when you refuse to let someone do something.
What does it mean to be a "night owl"? Are you a night owl?