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List of American Idioms with Examples:
She is a peach. = She’s sweet and helpful.
I’m in a pickle. = I’m in a dilemma.
It’s sentimental, old, and not funny
That’s corny. =
anymore.
He brings home the bacon. = He brings home the family money.
She’s in a stew. = She’s upset.
He’s full of beans. = He has lots of energy
It’s not my cup of tea. = I don’t care for that.
He doesn’t know what he’s talking
He’s full of baloney. =
about.
It’s just sour grapes. = They have resentment.
He’s the top banana. = He’s the headman.
I’m all thumbs. = I’m very clumsy.
Don’t let the cat out of the = Don’t reveal the secret!
bag!
It happens once in a blue = It happens only very occasionally.
moon.
The decision is up in the air = The decision is uncertain right
right now. now.
Sit tight, I’ll be back. = Wait there, I’ll be back.
Try to pull yourself = Make an effort to regain your
together! composure!
It’s time to hit the books. = It’s time to study.
He can’t cut the mustard. = He’s not performing adequately.
She’ll resist strongly and refuse to
She’ll dig in your heels. =
compromise.
