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Can't judge a book by its cover

Cannot judge something primarily on appearance.

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Caught between two stools

When someone finds it difficult to choose between two alternatives.

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Cross that bridge when you come to it

Deal with a problem if and when it becomes necessary, not before.

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Cry over spilt milk

When you complain about a loss from the past.

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Curiosity killed the cat

Being Inquisitive can lead you into an unpleasant situation.

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Cut corners

When something is done badly to save money.

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Don't count your chickens before the eggs have hatched

This idiom is used to express "Don't make plans for something that might not happen".

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Don't give up the day job

You are not very good at something. You could definitely not do it professionally.

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Don't put all your eggs in one basket

Do not put all your resources in one possibility.

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Drastic times call for drastic measures

When you are extremely desperate you need to take drastic actions.

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Elvis has left the building

The show has come to an end. It's all over.

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Far cry from

Very different from.

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Feel a bit under the weather

Meaning: Feeling slightly ill.

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Give the benefit of the doubt

Believe someone's statement, without proof.

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Hear it on the grapevine

This idiom means 'to hear rumors' about something or someone.

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Hit the nail on the head

Do or say something exactly right

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