I was trying to keep the party a secret, but Megan went and LET THE CAT OUT OF THE BAG..
To reveal a secret, usually without intending to.
So... who SPILLED THE BEANS about her affair with David?
To tell several people secret information.
Can you miss the deadline of your project?
Yes, if I don't care about my Speaking Score.
I am not even ready with it :(.
Yes, but my score will be reduced by 1 point per day.
Of course, who cares!
He's certainly not afraid to SPEAK HIS MIND.
To say exactly what you think without worrying if it will upset anyone
Don't BEAT AROUND THE BUSH - get to the point!
To avoid talking about what is important.
I know it's true, because I got it STRAIGHT FROM THE HORSE'S MOUTH – Katie told me herself.
Directly from the person who has personal knowledge of the matter:
I heard THROUGH THE GRAPEVINE that he was leaving - is it true?
To hear news from someone who heard the news from someone else, speacially gossip.
We should get together and TALK THIS OVER.
To discuss a situation with someone, to find out their opinion or get advice before making a decision about it.
I think this trend is A SIGN OF THINGS TO COME, but there's no way to know for sure.
Something that is indicative of what will happen or become popular in the future.
The guests are coming ANY MINUTE NOW, and the house is still a mess.
Said for emphasizing that something is likely to happen very soon.
He knows that his DAYS as the team's coach ARE NUMBERED, he's getting too old for it.
Used to say that someone or something will die, fail, or end soonThe doctors have told me that my days are numbered.
Leave the ironing FOR THE TIME BEING - I'll do it later
As for now; for a short period of time from now, but not permanently
She didn't want to GET AHEAD OF HERSELF and risk losing what she had achieved.
To do something too early, or before you are ready or prepared:
What does it mean - students take ownership of their learning?
it means they are responsible for their education. They finish their assignments on time and ask for help when they need it.
I'm feeling a little depressed at the moment, but I'm sure good times are JUST AROUND THE CORNER.
Not far away, or going to happen soon.
