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Hey, let's get together tonight, we can just … and practice our English. (spending time with another person)
What's 'hang out'?
Dave was in class 30 minutes before anybody else. What an … (a person who is always early)
What's 'early bird'?
A great idea just came to me … (something unexpected)
What's 'out of the blue'?
I don't think Jim likes me. I tried to speak with him but he gave me the ... (treat someone rudely)
He implied that he would terminate my contract, but I ... (make someone prove what they said)
What's 'called his bluff'?
That car almost hit us, that was a … (something bad almost happening)
What's 'a close call'?
Jack was really angry, I thought he was about to … (going crazy)
What's 'go ape'?
You think that the teacher is joking? … (don't expect me to believe)
I love this paper folding machine. It's ... (a great invention)
What's 'the best thing since sliced bread'?
You don't seem to have much experience in this subject. Are you sure you're not ...? (beyond one's abilities)
What's 'out of your depth'?
I needed your help but you … on me. (abandon)
What's 'turn your back'?
You have been late for work every day this week. If you want to keep this job, you must … (become more organized)
What's 'get your act together'?
Everyone likes Anthony. He does not … (create problems)
What's 'rock the boat'?
I like that new procedure and I've decided to … (join a popular trend)
What's 'jump on the bandwagon'?
A lot of people try to pass problems to other people. At my desk, however, ... (problems are resolved)
What's 'the buck stops here'?
He tried mountain climbing, but he simply wasn't … it. (not suitable)
What's 'not cut out for'?
John has everything he needs. (wealthy person)
What's 'A fat cat'?
I’m glad you want to prepare the report by yourself. Just be sure that you don’t … (Trying to do something too difficult)
What's 'bite off more than you can chew'?
She's a very hard worker. She usually works ... (all day)
What's 'around the clock'?
Victor seems to have a casual point of view. ... though, he is a real professional. (when there are no more possibilities)
What's 'when it comes to the crunch'?
Don't trust Jane. She acts friendly but she's always … (sabotage)
What's 'go behind someone's back'?
Although he is not easy to work for, you have to … for managing the company well.
I really like the way you sing, but … (not very good)
What's 'don't give up the day job?'
Last year, the stock market was doing very well. Unfortunately, it seems that … (a positive situation encounters a serious problem)
What's 'the bubble has burst'?
Yes, I think we will probably get a raise in pay this year. Remember, though, ... (don't make plans for something that might not happen)
What's 'don't count your chickens before the eggs have hatched'?