What idea does Grasp at straws usually express?
Correct answer(s):
- Try any possible solution when hope is low
Subject
English Grammar
English grammar is the structure of expressions in the English language. This includes the structure of words, phrases, clauses and sentences. There are certain differences in grammar between the standard forms of British English, American English and Australian English, although these are inconspicuous compared with the lexical and pronunciation differences.
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What idea does Get carried away usually express?
Correct answer(s):
- Become too excited and lose control
Which explanation is closest to Grease the wheels?
Correct answer(s):
- Make a process easier or faster
Which explanation is closest to Get down to brass tacks?
Correct answer(s):
- Begin discussing the most important practical details
How should we understand Green with envy in a sentence?
Correct answer(s):
- Very jealous
How should we understand Get wind of in a sentence?
Correct answer(s):
- Hear about something secret or private
What does the phrase Ground to a halt suggest?
Correct answer(s):
- Stopped gradually or completely
What does the phrase Give a wide berth suggest?
Correct answer(s):
- Avoid someone or something
Pick the correct meaning of the expression Half-hearted.
Correct answer(s):
- Without full interest or effort
What does the phrase Fish in troubled waters suggest?
Correct answer(s):
- Try to gain advantage from a confused situation
What does the phrase Draw the curtain on suggest?
Correct answer(s):
- Bring something to an end
Pick the correct meaning of the expression Fit as a fiddle.
Correct answer(s):
- Very healthy and strong
Pick the correct meaning of the expression Drive a hard bargain.
Correct answer(s):
- Negotiate strongly to get a good deal
Which answer best defines Follow suit?
Correct answer(s):
- Do the same thing as someone else
Which answer best defines Drop in the bucket?
Correct answer(s):
- A very small amount compared with what is needed
What does the idiom For a rainy day mean?
Correct answer(s):
- For a future time of need
What does the idiom Dutch courage mean?
Correct answer(s):
- Bravery gained from drinking alcohol
Choose the correct meaning of For all intents and purposes.
Correct answer(s):
- In all practical ways
Choose the correct meaning of Eager beaver.
Correct answer(s):
- A very enthusiastic and hardworking person
In English, what is meant by For better or worse?
Correct answer(s):
- Whether the result is good or bad