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It was raining cats and dogs this morning when I left for school. I'm glad my mom reminded me to wear a rain jacket.
It is raining heavy
Mary was down in the dumps yesterday because she got into a fight with her best friend.
Feeling really sad
I just learned I have a meeting at 8 pm tonight. Can we take a rain check on dinner? I think I'm free tomorrow.
Plan to do something at a later day/time
The soccer team was counting on me to score the winning goal. I feel like I let them down because I missed.
depending on me
relying on me
My mom won't stop nagging me about doing my homework every night. I did my homework right after school so she would get off my back about it.
Stop nagging
stop reminding me about it
I panicked when Emma told me we had a pop quiz in science class, but then I realized she was just pulling my leg.
tricking me
joking
Really easy
Maggie was as cool as a cucumber when she was presenting to the class. If I had to present I would have been really nervous
Very calm
relaxed
The class prank was getting out of hand so the principal had to step in and shut it down.
out of control
I have three tests to study for, and I'm babysitting all night. I think I bit off more than I can chew.
Took on too many tasks
When asked where she was Friday night, Sarah beat around the bush by saying "um, I think I was busy. I don't really remember"
Avoiding the question
not speaking about something directly
I take Peter's arguments with a grain of salt because he always overreacts. He never actually means what he says in the moment.
To not take it too seriously
In the heat of the moment, I yelled at my sister because I was so mad. I felt bad later on when I realized what I had done.
During an overwhelming situation
You hit the nail on the head with this color of wallpaper for the living room; it looks better than I expected!”
Got it exactly right
Even if things have been difficult for you, always keep your chin up; everything will be okay in the end.
remain brave
keep trying
I'm on thin ice with my teacher because I haven't turned in my homework three times this week.
in a risky position
She was tickled pink when her painting was selected for the top prize at the competition. Source: theidioms.com
very happy
start fresh
change your behavior
Jane is always willing to help people; she has a heart of gold
genuinely kind
extremely caring and nice
I agree with you but I’m going to play devil’s advocate here because both sides should be heard.
Argue against something
show the other side of an argument