Idioms and proverbs
Q-15 Give the meanings of the following idioms.
1. Cry over spilt milk.
2. Cut corners.
3. To think on her feet.
4. Worked like a charm.
5. Blessing in disguise.
Answers
1. Cry Over Spilt Milk
Definition: It means there's no point in regretting things that have already occurred.
Example: "I shouldn't have bought those expensive earrings, now I don't have enough saved up for the PS5." Well, as they say, there's no point crying over spilt milk.
2. Cut Corners
Definition: To do a task the easiest way possible, usually to save on time, materials or effort.
Example: "I managed to complete yesterday's assignment, but since the deadline was looming over me, I had to cut a few corners."
3. To Think on One's Feet
Definition: To be able to respond or react to a situation efficiently and quickly.
Example: "Any lawyer aspiring to be successful must be able to think one her feet."
4. Worked Like a Charm
Definition: To be very effective, sometimes in a surprising way.
Example: "I was sceptic that it would function, but the cleaning solution worked like a charm."
5. Blessing in Disguise
Definition: Something that seemed bad at first, but is later revealed to be helpful
Example: "I didn't complete the assignment, but I guess it was a blessing in disguise, our teacher had assigned the wrong one."
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