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1 Idioms Definition: a phrase that has a special meaning different from the meanings of the individual words. Idioms make up many of the English language’s common sayings.

2 Example: Just button your lip about the surprise party—it’s a secret. The above sentence does not imply that the person should actually apply a button to his lip to keep mouth closed. What do you think this sentence means?

3 What is the idiom?

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5 What is this Idiom?

6 Identify this Idiom…

7 What is this idiom?

8 Common Idioms Idiom Meaning A green thumb In hot water A piece of cake
Under the weather

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