Expression Cards: idiom
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idiom
yawn fest
Meaning
something extremely boring
Example
That lecture was a total **yawn fest**.
idiom
yellow-bellied
Meaning
very cowardly
Example
He’s too **yellow-bellied** to stand up for himself.
idiom
You can do it
Meaning
Have confidence; believe in your ability.
Example
Don’t doubt yourself, **you can do it**!
idiom
You can say that again
Meaning
Used to strongly agree with someone
Example
‘It’s been a long day.’ ‘**You can say that again!**’
idiom
you can’t teach an old dog new tricks
Meaning
it’s hard for older people to learn new things or change habits
Example
My dad refuses to use a smartphone — **you can’t teach an old dog new tricks**.
idiom
You took the words right out of my mouth
Meaning
You said exactly what I was thinking
Example
**You took the words right out of my mouth** — I was about to say that!
idiom
you’ve got this
Meaning
to reassure someone that they can handle a situation
Example
Don’t worry about the presentation—**you’ve got this**!
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your guess is as good as mine
Meaning
I do not know the answer to a question
Example
I don't know what time the movie starts. **Your guess is as good as mine**.
idiom
your own flesh and blood
Meaning
A family member or close relative.
Example
How can you turn away from **your own flesh and blood**?