Something that will never happen.
"I'll clean my room when pigs fly!"
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To harm or act against someone who is helping you.
"You shouldn't insult your boss; don't bite the hand that feeds you."
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To raise a false alarm or ask for help when it is not needed.
"If you keep crying wolf, no one will believe you when you're actually in danger."
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Being too inquisitive can lead you into an unpleasant or dangerous situation.
"Don't look into his private diary! Curiosity killed the cat."
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Holding a grudge or grievance that makes one easily offended.
"He's had a chip on his shoulder ever since he didn't get that promotion."
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A very small or insignificant amount compared to what is needed.
"Her donation was generous, but it's just a drop in the bucket compared to the total required."
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A very mild punishment.
"He stole thousands of dollars but only got a slap on the wrist from the judge."
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A preview or indication of what will happen in the future.
"This cold autumn wind is just a taste of things to come this winter."
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Listening eagerly and carefully.
"Tell me about your trip to Japan, I'm all ears!"
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All day and all night without stopping.
"The doctors have been working around the clock to save the patients."
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When an attempt fails and it's time to start planning all over again.
"Our marketing campaign didn't work, so it's back to the drawing board."
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Forced to begin a process again from the very beginning.
"If the bank rejects our loan application, we'll be back to square one."
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A dishonest or ill-behaved person.
"I wouldn't trust him with your money; he's always been a bad egg."
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People who make threats rarely act on them.
"Don't worry about the boss yelling. Barking dogs seldom bite."
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To be in the same difficult situation as someone else.
"None of us understand this math problem, so we're all in the same boat."
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Doing something secretly or without someone's knowledge, usually something bad.
"I can't believe they planned the entire party behind my back."
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It is better to do something late than to not do it at all.
"He finally apologized after three years. Well, better late than never."
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Facing a choice between two equally difficult or unacceptable options.
"If I pay rent I can't buy food, but if I buy food I'll be evicted. I'm between a rock and a hard place."
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To make a conscious effort not to react to something or say what you are thinking.
"When she blamed me for the mistake, I had to bite my lip to keep from screaming."
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A member of a family or group who is considered an outcast or disgrace.
"He's always been the black sheep of the family because he refused to go to college."
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To do or say something that helps you get rid of strong feelings or energy.
"After a stressful week at work, I like to go to the gym to blow off steam."
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A superstitious way to wish someone good luck, especially before a performance.
"You'll do great in the play tonight. Break a leg!"
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To ruin a relationship or path permanently, making it impossible to return.
"Even though you hate this job, don't burn bridges when you resign."
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To flatter someone excessively in order to gain a favor.
"He's trying to butter up the boss so he can get Friday off."
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