Expressions with 'word' | Baamboozle - Baamboozle

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With everyone talking so much, I could hardly _____ during the meeting.

get a word in edgewise [To find a chance to speak in a conversation where others are dominating the discussion.]

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She _____ for her colleague when the boss was considering promotions.

put in a good word [To speak positively about someone to influence an opinion or decision in their favor.]

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Instead of describing the scenery, he showed a photo and said, "_____"

A picture is worth a thousand words. [Visual information can convey a complex idea more effectively than a verbal description.]

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He always _____; if he says he'll do something, you can count on him to follow through.

keeps his word [To fulfill a promise or commitment that you've made.]

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The headline of the newspaper article was _____ that caught the readers' attention.

a play on words [A clever use of words, often involving a pun or double entendre.]

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She accused him of _____ when he misrepresented her views during the argument.

putting words in her mouth [To attribute statements or opinions to someone that they didn't actually say.]

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She didn't say she was angry, but _____, she made it clear that she was displeased with the decision.

in so many words [To express something directly or clearly, without beating around the bush.]

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The teacher wanted to _____ about his recent behavior in class.

have a word with the student [To speak to someone, often to discuss a specific matter or issue.]

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The restaurant became popular through _____ as satisfied customers recommended it to their friends.

word of mouth [Information or recommendations passed from person to person through verbal communication.]

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He's _____, but his actions speak volumes about his dedication to his work.

a man of few words [Someone who doesn't speak much, usually because they are quiet or reserved.]

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The project encountered difficulties _____, making it a challenging endeavor from the outset.

from the word go [From the very beginning or starting point.]

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Even though they disagreed, she insisted on _____ in the debate.

having the last word [To have the final say in a discussion or argument.]

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He confidently predicted the team's failure, but when they won, he had to _____.

eat his words [To retract something you've said because it was proven to be false or mistaken.]

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The unexpected proposal left her completely _____.

lost for words [Being so surprised or shocked that you can't find the right words to express yourself.]

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He gave his _____ that he would never reveal their secret.

word of honor [A promise or commitment made with utmost sincerity and integrity.]

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With all the arguing going on, I couldn't get a _____.

word in edgewise [A chance to speak briefly in a conversation dominated by others.]

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