Idioms A phrase whose meaning cannot be determined by the literal definition of the phrase itself, but refers instead to a figurative meaning that is known.

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Idioms A phrase whose meaning cannot be determined by the literal definition of the phrase itself, but refers instead to a figurative meaning that is known only through common use. The guy kicked the bucket. (died) The girl got knocked up. (got pregnant) My boss looked the other way (ignored my action)

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Let him have itChip off the old block Ace up his sleeveCold Turkey Hang ‘em upRiding coattails Be too hot to handlePlaying for time Armed to the teethLife's too short Out of seasonOff-color comment On the ClockOn the fly A klutz:pay the piper: A (real) go-getter:shoot the breeze: