Expression Cards: idiom
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idiom
wait and see
Meaning
to be patient until something becomes clear
Example
Let’s **wait and see** what happens next.
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Wait for the dust to settle
Meaning
Wait until a situation becomes clear or calm.
Example
Let’s **wait for the dust to settle** before making a decision.
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wait in the wings
Meaning
to be ready to take over or step in when needed
Example
The assistant manager was **waiting in the wings** for a promotion.
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wake up to
Meaning
to become aware of something important
Example
Communities are **waking up to** the impact of noise pollution.
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walk a fine line
Meaning
to balance between two difficult choices or opposing sides
Example
The diplomat had to **walk a fine line** between honesty and tact.
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walk a tightrope
Meaning
to be in a difficult situation requiring careful balance
Example
The manager **walked a tightrope** between the demands of staff and management.
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walk on air
Meaning
to feel very happy
Example
She was **walking on air** after hearing his message.
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walk on eggshells
Meaning
to be very careful about what you say or do to avoid upsetting someone
Example
Ever since the argument, I've been **walking on eggshells** around him.
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walk tall
Meaning
to behave confidently and proudly
Example
You have every reason to **walk tall** after your success.
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walk with confidence
Meaning
to move or act in a way that shows belief in one's abilities
Example
He always **walks with confidence** during his presentations.
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walking on air
Meaning
to feel very happy and excited
Example
After winning the match, he was **walking on air**.
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walking on eggshells
Meaning
being very careful not to upset someone
Example
I feel like I am **walking on eggshells** around my boss.
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wallflower
Meaning
a shy person who avoids social activities
Example
She used to be a **wallflower**, but now she’s more confident.
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wander off
Meaning
to walk away without purpose or direction
Example
The child **wandered off** while we were shopping.
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wanderlust
Meaning
a strong desire to travel and explore the world
Example
His **wanderlust** took him to every continent on Earth.
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war of words
Meaning
an argument or verbal conflict
Example
The two politicians engaged in a **war of words** on TV.
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warm the cockles of one's heart
Meaning
to make someone feel happy or grateful
Example
Her thoughtful gift really **warmed the cockles of my heart**.
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warm up
Meaning
to prepare the body or mind for activity
Example
Let’s **warm up** before we dive into the rehearsal.
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warm up to
Meaning
to gradually become more comfortable with someone or something
Example
She slowly **warmed up to** the new routine.
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warm-hearted
Meaning
kind and sympathetic
Example
She is a **warm-hearted** person who cares for everyone.
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warp speed
Meaning
very high speed; extremely fast progress
Example
The project is moving at **warp speed** now.
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wash one’s hands of something
Meaning
to stop being responsible for something
Example
He **washed his hands of** the project after it failed.
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wash your hands of something
Meaning
to stop being involved in or responsible for something
Example
After the scandal, the manager **washed his hands of** the project.
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wave off
Meaning
to dismiss or refuse something with a gesture or comment
Example
She **waved off** the compliments with a smile.