Idioms 1
The whole team was over the moon when they won the championship.
What is the meaning of this idiom: over the moon?
very happy
Nina was easily distracted. Since it was difficult for her to concentrate, she would often begin a task and become sidetracked. It once took her two weeks to tidy her room thoroughly. This would also occur when she studied for upcoming exams. This frustrated Nina because her school grades suffered. After receiving a D on a math quiz, Nina was determined to turn things around. She began situating herself in a quiet room at the library where she could study without distractions.
Nina will try new study strategies to improve her grades in school.
While on vacation across the country, Austin and his family saw their neighbors. Austin's dad said, "Wow, it sure is a small world!"
Surprised at seeing someone we know in a place far away.
I run, yet I have no legs... what am I?
a nose
Many people are afraid of bats. However, little brown bats are remarkable creatures. They are only 3 inches long, but can eat up to 600 insects in a single hour! These little bats can live in a variety of habitats, including meadows, forests, and backyards. They are very good fliers and are quite harmless.
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Main Idea: Little brown bats are remarkable creatures.
Because of his injury, he is going under the knife.
What does this idiom mean: going under the knife?
having surgery
Chris had a passion for skateboarding. He frequently rode to the skatepark, where he would spend hours practicing new tricks. Since he was at the park so often, his friends knew exactly where they could find him. This was fortunate because Chris attempted a complicated trick on this particular day and landed on his elbow. There he squatted in excruciating pain with no way to call for help. That's when his friend Daniel came cruising in on his bike. Luckily, Daniel had a phone and called Chris's mom for help. She was there in no time, rushing him to the urgent care. After four months of healing, Chris's friends knew exactly where they could find him.
Chris loves skateboarding even though it's a dangerous sport.
The teacher said, "That is enough monkey business, class! It's time to settle down and get to work."
playing around/wasting time
What gets wetter the more it dries?
A towel
Soccer players learn many skills when playing soccer. Soccer players learn how to dribble and pass the ball. They also learn how to control the ball so they can eventually score. Most importantly, soccer players learn how to work together with their teammates.
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Main Idea: Soccer players learn many skills when playing soccer.
She's rude to everyone, if she's not careful she will burn all of her bridges.
What is the meaning of this idiom: burn all of her bridges?
ruin relationships
During school vacations, thousands of people go to amusement parks. Roller coaster engineers are always looking for ways to make rides bigger, faster, and scarier.
At Six Flags in California, the X2 roller coaster has seats that are attached on the side of the track. While they are on the ride, the seats rotate around the track on their own.
In Abu Dhabi, a super fast roller coaster goes up to 149 miles per hour! It goes so fast that the passengers have to wear goggles to go on the ride for protection.
Roller coasters are faster and scarier than ever before.
Sarah and her friend Kristin both love soccer, math, and the color purple. Sometimes, they even wear the same shirt on the same day. Their teacher said, "You are like two peas in a pod!"
They are just alike.
You answer me, although I never ask you questions... what am I?
a telephone
There are many fun things to do at the beach. Swimming is one thing that can be done at the beach. Snorkeling is another thing that can be enjoyed. Playing beach volleyball can be a lot of fun. It is also fun to look for shells. Some people simply like to sunbathe.
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Main Idea: There are many fun things to do at the beach
She tripped and fell and is now bent out of shape.
What does this idiom mean: bent out of shape?
so upset
Are you ready for a nap right now? The average 10 to 17 year old needs at least 8 and a half hours of sleep every night.
Sleep is vital to our health and helps us focus and can improve our moods. Kids who get a good night's sleep do better in school.
Although humans need about 8 hours of sleep, different animals need different amounts of sleep. Giraffes only need about 2 hours of sleep, but a brown bat needs about 20 hours of sleep each day!
While humans need at least 8 hours of sleep, other animals may need more or less sleep each day.
"Well," Jimmy sighed, "I forgot my homework again. I guess it's time to tell my teacher and face the music."
To accept responsibility for something bad you have done.
The more there is, the less you see.
darkness
One way to live a long life is to keep your heart healthy by exercising. Most people say that 20 minutes of exercise 3x a week is all you need. There are many things you can do to get exercise. You can get exercise by playing sports or even cleaning the house. Any amount of exercise a day is good.
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Main Idea: You can keep your heart healthy by exercising
It's been a hard day, can you cut me some slack?
What is the meaning of this idiom: cut me some slack?
be a bit more kind
An object will float when its weight is less than the force of the water pushing on it. Light objects will float because they have low weight.
Objects sink when their weight is greater than the push from the water. Smaller, denser items will sink because they don't touch enough water to push them up.
Sometimes objects can look the same on the outside, but float differently. For example, cans of diet soda will float in water but regular soda cans will sink!
Objects may float or sink depending on their weight even if they look similar.
I didn't study much for my math test, but I passed by the skin of my teeth.
What does 'by the skin of my teeth' mean?
You barely passed. You almost failed.
What is small, brown, has a head and tail, but no legs?
a penny
One of the best-known cartoonists in the world was Walt Disney. Walt Disney made many well-known cartoon characters. As a boy, Disney liked to draw. He moved to Hollywood and there he made cartoons. He was responsible for creating the characters of Mickey Mouse, Donald Duck, Pluto the dog, and others.
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Main Idea: Walt Disney was one of the best-known cartoonists in the world.