Food
A primary type of taste that also means to be upset or jealous, especially as a result of losing
Salty
"All Bob does is sit around and watch television. He never does anything active." What is Bob?
Couch potato
Something that happens very rarely
Once in a blue moon
Used to refer to something that is of doubtful honesty or legality
Shady
If you're willing to do something, you might say...
I'm down!
That was so easy. It was _________.
A piece of cake
"I don't like that movie. That's not my cup of tea." What does cup of tea mean in this context?
Something one likes
You caught a cold and are feeling unwell. What would you tell your friend?
Oh man, I'm feeling a bit under the weather.
Very unusual, but in an attractive or exciting way
Wild
A weapon, but also to announce that one wants the passenger seat in a car
Shotgun! or I call shotgun!
This slang phrase means to be caught in a difficult situation [think "sour" situation].
To be in a pickle
When someone has gossip
For Chinese speakers: 吃瓜！Spill the tea
While the detective case is shocking already, we may find out that the stories we've heard so far are only __________.
Tip of the iceberg
Terrence: "I don't feel like going out today. I just want to stay in." Terrence is a ______.
Homebody
"He and I have very similar values."
See eye to eye
Josie loves cake, cookies, macaroons, chocolate, and candy. What does Josie have?
A sweet tooth
"While I love photography, accounting is my __________."
Bread and butter
Mira is practical, reasonable, and friendly! How would you describe Mira?
Down to earth
"I've left my wallet on the car." What would you say in response?
Bummer!
"Stop beating around the bush, and get to the point, Janice!" What does beat around the bush mean?
To avoid talking about the central or most important point by talking about unnecessary or irrelevant things
When someone tends to exaggerate, you shouldn't completely believe everything you are told.
Take it with a pinch of salt
Something worth thinking deeply or seriously about
Food for thought
"Mind if I take a rain check on dinner tonight? I have to work late." What does rain check mean?
Used to tell someone that you cannot accept an invitation now, but would like to do so at a later time
When you bought something that was way more expensive than what it was worth
Rip-off
Something good that can be found in a bad situation
Silver lining