Idioms are part & parcel of a native's lingo. So, if you want to speak like them, learn a few from this story.
Idioms are phrases or expressions that do not have a literal meaning, i.e., their meaning can't be understood by reading the words in them directly.
"Put all your eggs in one basket
Meaning - to focus all your effort on one thing
He decided to put all his eggs in one basket and score the highest in the class."
"Have/get mixed feelings about something
Meaning - to be unsure about something
I have mixed feelings about the food. So many love it, but it seems unhygienic."
"Take the bull by the horns
Meaning - face to a difficult or dangerous situation directly and with courage
I decide to take the bull by the horns and tell him he was upsetting Jane."
"Down to earth
Meaning - someone who is practical and realistic
Our class teacher is very down to earth and is loved by everyone."
"Fresh as a daisy
Meaning - one who is lively and attractive in a clean way
She has been practicing for the dance, yet she is as fresh as a daisy. "
"To fly off the handle
Meaning - to lose one’s temper suddenly
My father flew off the handle when he heard the man insult my brother. "
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