Slang
A way to tell your friend you want to do what they suggested.
I'm down/I'm up for that.
My grandmother was always telling me over and over again to get married.
My grandmother was always harping on about me getting married.
I've started learning something, but I don't know very much yet. I've only ________ the __________ .
scratched the surface
Don't say it nicely -- just tell me the truth.
Don't sugarcoat it.
Working together, we were able to solve the mystery.
Working together, we were able to figure out the mystery.
Give me an update this project.
What's the word on this project?
I've been living in New York for a while, but the feeling hasn't registered yet.
I've been living in New York for a while, but the feeling hasn't kicked in.
A: I don't have any money; I had to buy this new designer bag and shoes!!
B: (sarcastically) ____ me a ______.
cry me a river
I'm exhausted. (U.K.)
I'm knackered.
My professor indicated my mistake.
My professor pointed out my mistake.
A way to tell your friend that you're telling the truth.
no cap
Stop crying over your ex! You need to stop thinking about her!
Stop crying over your ex! You need to get over her!
I don't have any plans for the weekend. I'll just _____ it by _____.
play it by ear
Why are you moving slowly and wasting time?!
Why are you dilly-dallying?!
We chose not to attend the free event.
We opted out of attending the free event.
I'm totally in love with or obsessed with my girlfriend.
I'm down bad.
You're way too excited about this. You really need to relax.
You're way too excited about this. You really need to chill (out).
Oh, sorry, I see that you're busy. I'll ___ ___ ___ your ______.
get out of your hair
I don't understand what you're saying. It's total nonsense.
mumbo-jumbo
My best friend reveals my best traits.
My best friend brings out the best in me.
I went out for brunch at a fancy place with my friends. It was super rich-feeling.
It was super bougie.
flexing on him
I forgot to prepare for today's class. I guess I'll just ______ with whatever happens.
roll (with something)
You forgot to study for your test? Just do it and see what happens!
Just wing it!
We need to completely eliminate crime in this city.
We need to stamp out crime in this city.