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“Cherry” is used in a number of idiomatic phrases and expressions in English. In this lesson we’ll explain the most common ones. If you want to understand what native speakers are saying, you have to understand ‘cherry.’
What does it mean to burn one’s bridges? It is an old idiom dating back to Roman times but is still frequently used today. The meaning is simple to understand …
The idiom ‘a hot potato’ has been around in one form or another for hundreds of years. The phrase is not just common, but part of pop culture itself. If you don’t understand what it means …
Can you judge a book by its cover? In this idiom lesson we’re going to learn what that means and why we shouldn’t. Spoiler alert, we’re talking about more than just books.
The idiom ‘let the cat out of the bag’ is a cute sound phrase that is often used by native speakers. Although it sounds playful, this idiom has a darker meaning that’s important to know.
What are blue moons and when do they happen? This beautiful and popular idiom dates back hundreds of years and is one of the more poetic phrases. Once in a Blue Moon is a wonderful idiom that means …
The idiom ‘take with a grain of salt’ dates back thousands of years and is one of the most commonly used idioms in English. This is a must know idiom for any learners.
The idiomatic phrase `the whole nine yards’ is a very popular American idiom, but it has nothing to do with the sport of football. The meaning …
The idiom ‘beat around the bush’ is a phrase that dates back hundreds of year. It has nothing to do with beating or bushes. The phrase actually means …
The idiom “The elephant in the room” is a very common phrase in English that has nothing to do with elephants or rooms. The idiom is referring to …