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English idioms in use, intermediate, unit 39

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When do you look daggers at someone?

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How to stick to your guns during a tough conversation with you boss?

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How to stick to your guns during a tough conversation with you boyfriend/girlfriend/husband/wife?

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What would you like to have a shot at in the nearest future?

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He found himself in the firing _____ for his sexist remarks.

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Do you like calling the shots? Why? / Why not?

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What is your own worst enemy?

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Is it always worth burning bridges?

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'if/when it comes to the crunch' means

if/when a situation becomes extremely serious and a decision must be made

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If it comes to the crunch and you and your husband do split up, you can ____________

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'a chink in someone's armour' means

a fault in someone's character or an argument that may cause problems for them

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How to restore burned bridges?

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What is the best way to burn bridges?

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How to stop fighting the losing battle? (The answer "just stop" is ignored)

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When do you feel caught in the crossfire? What do you do in such situations?

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The whole town is up in arms about___________

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