Expression Cards: idiom
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idiom
tempt fate
Meaning
to take a foolish risk that may bring bad luck
Example
You’re **tempting fate** by driving without insurance.
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test the waters
Meaning
to try something out before committing fully
Example
Before launching the product, we decided to **test the waters**.
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thank heavens
Meaning
to be very thankful about something
Example
**Thank heavens** the storm is finally over.
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thank you kindly
Meaning
a polite way to say thank you warmly
Example
**Thank you kindly** for your time and patience.
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thank your lucky stars
Meaning
to feel grateful for good fortune
Example
You should **thank your lucky stars** for having such good friends.
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thanks a million
Meaning
a very strong expression of gratitude
Example
You really helped me out, **thanks a million**!
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That ship has sailed
Meaning
That opportunity is gone and cannot be used anymore.
Example
I wanted to apply for that job, but **that ship has sailed**.
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that's the last straw
Meaning
my patience has run out
Example
He's been late all week, but this is **the last straw**.
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That’s exactly right
Meaning
Used to completely agree with a statement
Example
**That’s exactly right**, we should focus on quality first.
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That’s for sure
Meaning
Used to strongly confirm agreement
Example
He’s a great leader — **that’s for sure**.
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the acid test
Meaning
a true and final test of success
Example
The real market will be **the acid test** for this invention.
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the algorithm knows best
Meaning
suggesting that AI or machine learning models are often the most reliable or efficient way to make decisions or predictions
Example
In most cases, **the algorithm knows best** when it comes to sorting large volumes of data.
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the apple of one's eye
Meaning
someone or something that is cherished or loved deeply
Example
Her son is truly **the apple of her eye**.
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the apple of someone's eye
Meaning
someone very precious or loved deeply
Example
Her daughter is the **apple of her eye**.
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the art of persuasion
Meaning
the ability to convince someone to do something or believe something
Example
He mastered **the art of persuasion** and convinced them to support his cause.
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the art of something
Meaning
the skill of doing something well
Example
She has mastered **the art of** storytelling.
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the art of war
Meaning
strategies or tactics for achieving success in difficult situations
Example
The general studied **the art of war** to prepare for the upcoming battle.
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the balance of power
Meaning
a situation in which power is distributed among nations to prevent dominance by one
Example
The UN aims to maintain **the balance of power** among major nations.
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the ball is in your court
Meaning
it is your turn to make a decision or take action
Example
I've made my offer, now **the ball is in your court**.
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the ball is rolling
Meaning
a process has started and is making progress
Example
Now that **the ball is rolling**, we need to keep working.
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the benefit of the doubt
Meaning
to believe someone even if you are not sure they are telling the truth
Example
I’ll give him **the benefit of the doubt** and believe his story.
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the best is yet to come
Meaning
better things are coming in the future
Example
Don’t worry about the past; **the best is yet to come**.
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the best of both worlds
Meaning
a situation in which you can enjoy the advantages of two very different things at the same time
Example
She works in the city and lives in the country, so she gets **the best of both worlds**.
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The best things in life are worth waiting for
Meaning
The most valuable things take time and effort to achieve.
Example
Remember, **the best things in life are worth waiting for**.