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English 51 Public

American English Idioms

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A little bird told me

I don’t wish to divulge where I got the information

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Birds of a feather

People having similar characters, backgrounds, interests, or beliefs

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Bird's-eye view

A view from above; a broad perspective on something

25

Early bird

Someone who does something prior to the usual time, or someone who gets up early.

5

The early bird gets the worm

The person who arrives early and works hard usually finishes first and has a better reputation.

10

Kill two birds with one stone

Act in such a way as to produce two desirable effects

15

Night owl

Somebody who often stays up late or is active at night can be called a night owl

20

Lame duck

A person or enterprise (often a business) that is not a success and that has to be helped.

25

A fox in the hen house

Someone who causes trouble

10

(To get) (someone's) ducks in a row

Have everything organized; get oneself organized

15

Sitting duck

Something or someone easily attacked or criticized

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Ugly duckling

An awkward child or young person who grows into a beautiful person

25

Swan song

A final appearance

5

Eager beaver

The term eager beaver refers to a person who is hardworking and enthusiastic, sometimes considered overzealous.

10

Eagle-eyed

Having really sharp vision

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Flew the coop

Left, escaped

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