Which simple meaning fits Come across?
Correct answer(s):
- to find or meet by chance
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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Choose the correct meaning of As proud as a peacock.
Correct answer(s):
- very proud
What idea does Come along express?
Correct answer(s):
- to go with someone or make progress
In everyday English, what does As quick as lightning mean?
Correct answer(s):
- very fast
Which answer correctly explains Come in handy?
Correct answer(s):
- to be useful
Which option explains At the eleventh hour?
Correct answer(s):
- at the last moment
What does the expression Count on usually mean?
Correct answer(s):
- to depend on or trust
Which answer best describes Out of the blue?
Correct answer(s):
- suddenly and unexpectedly
Which meaning is correct for A fair-weather friend?
Correct answer(s):
- a friend who stays only when things are easy
What is the correct meaning of Over the moon?
Correct answer(s):
- extremely happy
In Grade 6 English, what does A fish out of water mean?
Correct answer(s):
- someone who feels uncomfortable in a new place
What does the idiom or phrase Practice makes perfect mean?
Correct answer(s):
- repeated practice helps you improve
Select the meaning of A piece of advice.
Correct answer(s):
- a helpful suggestion
Which meaning best matches Put your foot down?
Correct answer(s):
- to be firm about a rule or decision
Which simple meaning fits A ray of hope?
Correct answer(s):
- a small sign that things may improve
Choose the correct meaning of Rain cats and dogs.
Correct answer(s):
- to rain very heavily
What idea does Against the clock express?
Correct answer(s):
- trying to finish before time runs out
In everyday English, what does Read between the lines mean?
Correct answer(s):
- to understand a hidden meaning
Which answer correctly explains All in all?
Correct answer(s):
- considering everything
Which option explains See the light?
Correct answer(s):
- to understand something clearly