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Music idioms

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    Idioms related to music
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  • This weekend's game was his swansong as the team's captain.
    a person's last piece of work, achievement, or performance
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  • Many politicians are tone-deaf to the anxieties of the average voter.
    not understanding how people feel about something, or what is needed in a particular situation
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  • He had a very successful year and has every right to blow his own trumpet.
    tell everyone proudly about your achievements (sometimes boastfully)
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  • I'm not prepared to play second fiddle to Christina any more - I'm looking for another job!
    to be less important or in a weaker position than someone else
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  • There was nothing of note in the latest report.
    of importance, or the fact that something deserves attention
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  • Much of his success comes from being in tune with what his customers want.
    you understand or agree with them, and if you are out of tune with them, you do not
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  • I enjoy my work, but I'd like to have another string to my bow in case I lose my job.
    to have more than one interest, skill, or resource that you can use if you need to
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  • After being embarrassed in front of the class, Dan was determined to settle the score.
    do something to someone because that person did something harmful or insulting to you in the past
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  • I find it really difficult to strike the right note when I'm writing job applications.
    to express and communicate a particular opinion or feeling about something
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