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Idioms Communications
Idioms Communications
Idioms Communications
to be like talking to a
brick wall
“He already told you no; don’t beat a dead horse.”
(first definition)
bottom line
The bottom line is the most important fact to
consider.
to butter someone up
If you butter someone up, you flatter that
person (usually because you want
something from that person).
to keep in mind
If you keep something in mind, you are aware of
it and consider it. A variation of this expression
is to bear in mind.
to keep/stay in touch
If you keep in touch with someone, you
maintain contact with that person.
to keep someone
posted
If you keep someone posted, you provide that
person with updated information about a certain
topic.
1. Please _________, Practice makes perfect!
2. Somehow we got our _________ because I'd written
the 23rd in my diary and Jen had the 16th.
3. I'll _________ during our drive up so you'll know
exactly when we'll arrive.
4. I ____________ with my parents by emails.
wires crossed keep in mind
keep in touch keep you posted
“I can tell something is on your mind. Tell me
about it.”
on one’s mind
“Are you pulling my leg, or did you really
meet Jungkook?”