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  • Susie decided to sign up for softball, dance, Spanish club, and the school play this year. Her Mom told her she would be as busy as a bee. What does "busy as a bee" mean?
    Very busy; lots to do
  • After his voice lesson, Mark's teacher told his Mom that his voice is music to her ears, and she can't wait until their next lesson. What does "music to her ears" mean?
    He has a nice singing voice
  • Kevin had been running around at the waterpark all morning. He was ready when his Mom called him over for lunch. He sat down as was so hungry he could eat a horse. What does "so hungry he could eat a horse" mean?
    He was starving; could eat a lot
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