School
We have finals next week, so we need to hit the books.
To study
After staying up late, he was feeling under the weather.
Sick/not well
Before the play, her friend told her to break a leg.
Do their best/good luck
He told everyone about the surprise party and spilled the beans.
Revealed a secret
Beating the first level of the game was a piece of cake.
Easy
She studied hard and passed with flying colors.
Did very well
After losing the championship, the team was down in the dumps.
Feeling sad or upset
Don’t give up yet, just give it a shot!
Give it a try
It took a while to break the ice, but soon everyone was laughing.”
Do something to make people feel more comfortable/get to know someone.
She worked hard and hit it out of the park with her project.
Did a good job
The teacher said the new rule was set in stone.
Cannot be changed
She didn’t think she’d like the concert, but she was on cloud nine.
Extremely happy
She was nervous, but she took a deep breath and got the ball rolling.
To get something started
He said it with a straight face, so I believed him.
Not showing emotion / not laughing
We decided to call it a day and finish tomorrow.
Finish/stop working
During his presentation, Jake tried to beat around the bush.
Avoid saying something directly
When the teacher announced a pop quiz, the class broke into a cold sweat.
Became very nervous or afraid
After struggling, he decided to throw in the towel.
Give up/finish
Hold your horses, we’re not leaving for the field trip until the bus gets here.
Wait/be patient
He was all ears when the coach gave tips.
Listening
When her science project didn’t work, she had to go back to square one.
To start over again
When I told my dad I lost my homework, he blew a fuse.
Became very upset/angry.
Even though they lost, the coach told them to keep their heads up.
Stay positive
I didn’t want to present in front of the class, but I had to bite the bullet and just do it.
To face something difficult or unpleasant
John forgot his homework three days in a row, so he’s really in the doghouse with his teacher.
In trouble