Question

use any four of the following idioms or phrases in sentences of your own
1.a chilles heel
2.a hot potato
3.work like a charm
4.an arm and a leg
5.on cloud nine

Answer 1

I only know the meaning of two idioms:-
4. That necklace will cost an arm and a leg for me.
5. when I got the book I wanted as a birthday gift, I was on cloud nine

Answer 2

Answer:

1. Vodka is his Achilles heel. Only after drinking it does he become agitated.

2. The case has been treated as a hot potato by the police.

3. The Cleaning liquid worked like a charm on the stain.

4. That new house costs an arm and a leg.

5. She's been on cloud nine ever since he agreed to marry her.

Explanation:

1. Achilles heel - Despite having general strength, an Achilles' heel is a weakness that can bring about defeat. Although the mythological origin alludes to a physical weakness, idiomatic references to other qualities or attributes that can result in failure are prevalent.

2. a hot potato - a contentious query or problem with unfavourable or hazardous repercussions for anyone dealing with it.

3. Work like a charm - to quickly and efficiently achieve a particular result: to perform admirably.

4. an arm and a leg - to cost too much

5. on cloud nine - a feeling of happiness or joy, frequently used with someone who is still in a happy place nine weeks after winning the championship.

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