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What idiom means "to arouse an indistinct memory, remind one of something"?
Rings a bell
What idiom means "to join in or interrupt (a conversation)"?
chime in
What idiom means "to teach something to someone by frequent repeating"?
drum something into someone's head
What idiom means "in excellent form / fit"?
as fit as a fiddle
What idiom means "to make something fancier, more festive, more exciting, etc."?
jazz something up
What idiom means "and other similar things"?
all that jazz
What idiom means "something that is pleasant or gratifying to hear or discover"?
music to my ears
What idiom means "be confronted with the unpleasant consequences of one's actions"?
face the music
What idiom means " to make small adjustments to (something) in order to achieve the best or a desired performance"?
fine tune
What idiom means "spotless or flawless / honest and pure"?
clean as a whistle
What idiom means "unconventional / different from the usual "?
off-beat
What idiom means "talk openly and boastfully about one's achievements"?
blow one's own trumpet
What idiom means "you can't enjoy both of two desirable but mutually exclusive alternatives"?
You can't have your cake and eat it too.
What idiom means "to do something without worrying about the risk or negative result"?
throw caution to the wind
What idiom means "there are other opportunities that can be taken"?
There are other fish in the sea.
Which idiom describes a new person or thing that's really great or amazing?
the best thing since sliced bread
