Holiday idioms

1. The more the merrier

Example: A: “Do you mind if I bring my friends along?” B: “Not at all! The more the merrier!”

2. Be / feel stuffed

Example: No more turkey for me, thanks. I’m stuffed!

3. Deck the halls

Example: This weekend I will deck the halls with lights, shiny tinsel, and mistletoe.

4. Snowed in

Example: My house is out in the country, so sometimes I'm snowed in for a week or so.

5. Get into the holiday spirit

Example: Sherry baked gingerbread cookies and put on some Christmas music to help her get into
the holiday spirit.

6. Scrooge / Grinch

Example: He wouldn’t even let me put on some holiday music. What a Scrooge!

7. Be there with bells on

Example: I asked him if he was coming to the party. He told me he’ll be there with bells on!

8. Ring in the new year

Example: Carlos plans to ring in the new year with his three best friends.