Expression Cards
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the cream of the crop
Meaning
the best among a group of people or things
Example
Only **the cream of the crop** get into that university.
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the cutting edge
Meaning
the most advanced or innovative part of something
Example
This new design is at **the cutting edge** of architecture.
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The darkest hour is just before the dawn
Meaning
Things often seem worst just before they improve.
Example
Things are rough right now, but remember, **the darkest hour is just before the dawn**.
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the dawn of a new day
Meaning
a new beginning filled with hope
Example
Her graduation marked **the dawn of a new day** in her life.
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The devil is in the details
Meaning
Small details are often the most important or problematic.
Example
The overall concept was great, but **the devil is in the details**.
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the doctor ordered
Meaning
exactly what is needed or wanted
Example
After a long day, a cup of coffee was just **what the doctor ordered**.
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the dream team
Meaning
a group of people who work extremely well together
Example
With these members, we’ve built **the dream team**.
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the driving force
Meaning
the person or thing that motivates or leads progress
Example
She was **the driving force** behind the project.
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the early bird catches the worm
Meaning
people who start early are more likely to succeed
Example
**The early bird catches the worm**, so start your day early.
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the elephant in the room
Meaning
an obvious problem that no one wants to discuss
Example
Nobody wants to address **the elephant in the room**.
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the end of the road
Meaning
the point where progress stops; the end of something
Example
For us, this is **the end of the road**.
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the final frontier
Meaning
the last or most difficult challenge or area of exploration
Example
For many scientists, space remains **the final frontier**.
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the fourth estate
Meaning
the press or news media, considered as an influential societal force
Example
Many believe **the fourth estate** plays a vital role in democracy.
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the glass is half full
Meaning
seeing the positive side of something
Example
Try to see **the glass as half full** instead of half empty.
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the going gets tough
Meaning
when the situation becomes very difficult or challenging
Example
When **the going gets tough**, the tough get going.
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the grass is always greener on the other side
Meaning
other situations always seem better than your own
Example
**The grass is always greener on the other side**, but be grateful.
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The greater good
Meaning
The idea that actions should be judged based on how much they contribute to the overall well-being of society, rather than individual interests.
Example
In times of crisis, leaders must always think about **the greater good** before making decisions.
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the green-eyed monster
Meaning
jealousy personified or described as a destructive force
Example
Don't let **the green-eyed monster** ruin your friendship.
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the honest truth
Meaning
the absolute and complete truth
Example
To tell you **the honest truth**, I didn’t enjoy the trip.
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the human touch
Meaning
a personal or emotional element that technology lacks
Example
Even with AI, customers still appreciate **the human touch** in service.
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the internet of things (IoT)
Meaning
the connection of everyday objects to the internet to send and receive data
Example
Smart homes are part of the **internet of things (IoT)**, where devices are interconnected.
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the ivory tower
Meaning
a place or situation where one is disconnected from practical concerns or the real world
Example
Academics are often accused of living in **the ivory tower**.
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the jury is still out
Meaning
a decision has not yet been made
Example
**The jury is still out** on whether the new policy will work.
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the last straw
Meaning
the final problem that makes a situation unbearable
Example
His rude comment was **the last straw** for her.