Idioms
It is raining cats and dogs
It is raining very hard
When pigs fly
Used to refer to something impossible
Basic
an insult that means something or someone is too conventional or mainstream and therefore ordinary and boring
it describes something that’s embarrassing or uncomfortable to experience, such as Internet memes that are out of date
Vibe Check
the overall energy or atmosphere of a person or a situation. If someone gives off good vibes, chances are they’re positive and friendly.
Don't be such a scaredy-cat.
You are being too easily frightened.
To dig one's grave
to (continue) to do something that causes one harm
Clapback
a quick, sharp response to an insult or criticism. Like a comeback, but especially witty or cutting.
Bummer
If something was disappointing or unfulfilling
FOMO
Fear of Missing Out
What idiom have we learned that means you are someone who stays up very late at night?
Night-owl
What do you say when someone succeeds or wins on the first try?
They have "beginner's luck"
Adulting
meeting social expectations of adult behavior
Cancel
Hint: cancel culture
to reject someone/something or to no longer support them. This may be done in response to a controversial or offensive statement or action.
Shady
When you think of someone suspicious, you might imagine them lurking in the shadows where they can’t be seen.
What do we call a town where very few or no people live?
A ghost town
What idiom have we learned to say someone is trying to do accomplish an impossible goal?
Hint: We learned this for St. Patrick's Day
to chase rainbows
Beat
to be very tired or exhausted
Bet
This is one of many ways to agree with someone, like okay, sure and totally.
Stan
a fan who is obsessed with the object of their fandom. To stan for something is to be a fan or supporter of it, perhaps excessively.
A skeleton in the cupboard
an embarrassing secret
If you have are having good luck/ a really lucky day, then you are...
Hint: we learned this during St. Patrick's day
in luck
Salty
to describe an upset or bitter person.
Dead
you have an extreme reaction to something, usually because it’s very funny or impressive. The situation is so overwhelming that it metaphorically kills you
Simp
Hint: down bad
To simp for someone is to be overly attentive or submissive to that person, usually a romantic interest.