We were sardines at that concert last night.
Meaning: The concert was very crowded.
The basketball team is on fire this year.
Meaning: The basketball team is doing well (winning a lot) this year.
Don't be a chicken and jump into the water.
Meaning: Don't be afraid
Your book bag today is a ton of bricks.
Meaning: The book back is super heavy.
My new idea is golden.
Meaning: The idea is excellent.
Macy is such a clown.
Meaning: She is so silly or goofy.
The car was a sauna this morning.
Meaning: The car was hot and humid.
MY mom is a drill sergeant when it comes to homework.
Meaning: She is very strict when it comes to homework.
The test was a walk in the park.
Meaning: The test was easy.
Rachel is such a social butterfly.
Meaning: She is very friendly and makes friends easily.
The world is your oyster.
Meaning: You are able to have all your wishes come true. / You can have anything you want in this world.
Don't be a stick in the mud, come out and play.
Meaning: Don't be boring or no fun.
His stomach is a bottomless pit.
Meaning: He is always hungry or never full.
My uncle is a machine when he works out.
Meaning: He is very strong.
My cat is a chameleon at night.
Meaning: The cat hides at night or is easily misplaced.
The note was a puzzle.
Meaning: The note was confusing or hard to understand.
