Daily Devotional – Page 78

Things that cause us to feel irritated, angry or uncomfortable can be describe assetting our teeth on edge. ‘The squeak of the chalk on the blackboard sets my teeth on edge.’ ‘Her high-pitch voice sets my teeth on edge.’

July 25, 2024

Idiom of the day :- Chips are down ( the )

Usage, examples and definition of the Idiom :-

A point during an important situation when you are forced to make a decision or take action. A : I heard about a woman who survived a plane crash in the jungle and had to live for three weeks on worms and insects ! I could never do that — I’d rather starve to death. B : I disagree. I think that if the chips were down you’d eat anything. A : Perhaps you’re right. After all I do eat your cooking ! This expression originates from gambling. Bets are sometimes placed in the form of plastic counters called chips. when the chips are down or placed on the table the game is at a critical point because the players have committed heir money.

July 25, 2024

Idiom of the day :- All Thumbs

Usage, examples and definition of the Idiom :-

Hey Bea. Can you help me out ? I don’t seem to be able to button up the back of my dress. Sure. Let’s see if I can do it for you. I guess I’m all thumbs because I’m so nervous. I’m already late for my date. Well, I suppose that being so nervous would make you clumsy and awkward. But don’t worry. I’m sure your date will wait.

July 24, 2024July 24, 2024

Idiom of the day :- fall flat (on one’s face) / (To) fall flat (on one’s face)

Usage, examples and definition of the Idiom :-

To fail. To be unsuccessful. ex. “The initiative fell flat on its face.”