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Infer meaning-idioms

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    infer what an idiom means in context
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  • Taking a week-long vacation in Paris would BREAK THE BANK.
    be very expensive; can't afford it
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  • Ever since dad was injured, mom’s been working two jobs to BRING HOME THE BACON.
    earn money to support your family; income
  •  20
  • My brother is IN HOT WATER for failing all his classes.
    in trouble
  •  10
  • Camping is really NOT MY CUP OF TEA so I’m going to visit my friend in Boston instead.
    not enjoyable
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  • It shouldn’t be hard too hard for a SMART COOKIE like you to learn Spanish
    a smart or intelligent person
  •  10
  • We were planning a surprise birthday party for Joyce this weekend. But this morning, Owen SPILLED THE BEANS and now it’s no longer a surprise.
    told the secret
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  • First he was laid off, then his wife got into a car accident. WHEN IT RAINS, IT POURS.
    when many bad things happen at the same time
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  • If you don't hurry up, you’ll be LEFT IN THE DUST.
    left far behind
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  • The police officer was DIGGING UP DETAILS about the suspects.
    searching; investigating
  •  20
  • The PS 5 was SELLING LIKE HOTCAKES.
    sell quickly
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  • After we finished our chores, the house was SPICK AND SPAN.
    very clean
  •  15
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