Which option explains Cross your fingers?
Correct answer(s):
- to hope for good luck
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 does the expression Hold on to usually mean?
Correct answer(s):
- to keep something or not let go
Which meaning is correct for At the drop of a hat?
Correct answer(s):
- immediately and without delay
In Grade 7 English, what does Back to the drawing board mean?
Correct answer(s):
- to start planning again after a failure
What does the idiom or phrase A drop in the ocean mean?
Correct answer(s):
- a very small amount compared with what is needed
Select the meaning of Beat around the bush.
Correct answer(s):
- to avoid saying something directly
Which meaning best matches A hard nut to crack?
Correct answer(s):
- a difficult problem or person to understand
Which simple meaning fits Behind closed doors?
Correct answer(s):
- in private
Choose the correct meaning of A storm in a teacup.
Correct answer(s):
- a lot of anger or worry about something small
What idea does Bite the bullet express?
Correct answer(s):
- to face a difficult situation bravely
In everyday English, what does Add insult to injury mean?
Correct answer(s):
- to make a bad situation even worse
Which answer correctly explains Blow off steam?
Correct answer(s):
- to release anger or energy
Which option explains Against all odds?
Correct answer(s):
- despite great difficulty
What does the expression Break even usually mean?
Correct answer(s):
- to neither gain nor lose money
What is meant by Ahead of the curve?
Correct answer(s):
- more advanced or prepared than others
Which meaning would a teacher expect for Break the news?
Correct answer(s):
- to tell someone important information
A Grade 7 student reads All at once. What does it mean?
Correct answer(s):
- suddenly or all together
Choose the option that explains Bring home the bacon.
Correct answer(s):
- to earn money for a family
Which choice gives the best meaning of All of a sudden?
Correct answer(s):
- very suddenly
Which answer best describes Burn the midnight oil?
Correct answer(s):
- to study or work late at night