Idiomatic Expressions
What does out of the blue mean?
Unexpectedly; without warning.
Yesterday, she ______ (attend) an important meeting with her supervisor.
attended
She hired a lawyer who specializes ___ divorce cases.
in
She don’t have any experience in this field, but she’s eager to learn.
Mistake: "don’t"
Correct answer: "doesn’t"
Should any of Media Tech's products (break down/ break up), they can be repaired at licensed service centers across the country.
break down
What does back to the drawing board mean?
To start over after a failure.
Right now, they ______ (work) on a new marketing strategy.
are working
A block in the pipe was preventing the water____ coming through.
from
The manager asked if everyone has completed their tasks yesterday.
Mistake: "has"
Correct answer: "had"
LA Properties (creates, specializes) in the renovation of old buildings, making them modern and convenient while retaining their unique appearance.
specializes
What does at the drop of a hat mean?
Willing to do something immediately without hesitation.
He ______ (call) you as soon as he arrives at the office.
will call
Two writers collaborated ____ the script for the film.
on
He depends of his team to help meet the deadline.
Mistake: "of"
Correct answer: "on"
Our team needs to (collaborate/compete) to meet the project deadline.
collaborate
What does put all your eggs in one basket mean?
To risk everything on a single venture.
I ______ (not/be) available for the meeting tomorrow afternoon.
will not be or won't be
The government must commit itself ____ improving healthcare.
to
By the time he arrives, the meeting will have start.
Mistake: "start"
Correct answer: "started"
If we "go the extra mile," we are (doing/avoiding) additional work to achieve success.
doing
What does get your ducks in a row mean?
To organize your tasks or plans effectively.
At this moment, he ______ (wait) for a response from his manager.
is waiting
She concluded the speech ____reminding us of our responsibility.
by
There is two options available for the customer to choose from.
Mistake: "is"
Correct answer: "are"
If we need "input," we are looking for (feedback/approval).