What does the idiom "hot potato" mean?
To speak of an issue that people are talking about, which is usually disputed or controversial
What does the idiom "penny for your thoughts" mean?
A way of asking what someone is thinking
What does the idiom "actions speak louder than words" mean?
A person's intentions can be judged better by what they do rather than what they say.
What does the idiom "add insult to injury" mean?
To further a loss with mockery or humiliation, or to make a bad situation worse.
What does the idiom "at the drop of a hat" mean?
To do something or help someone without any hesitation, instantly.
What does the idiom "back to the drawing board" mean?
When something fails, like an idea or experiment, it is time to start over.
What does the idiom "ball is in your court" mean?
When it is up to you to make the next step or decision
What does the idiom "barking up the wrong tree" mean?
To look in the wrong place
What does the idiom "beat around the bush" mean?
To speak vaguely in order to avoid talking about an unpleasant topic, or to stall and waste time
What does the idiom "be glad to see the back of" mean?
To be happy when someone leaves or to be happy to get rid of or finished with something
