Expression and saying in english
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The document is a collection of English expressions and their meanings presented in short paragraphs. Each paragraph provides an example sentence using the expression followed by its meaning. There are 41 expressions covered in the document ranging from common phrases like "can you help me?" to idioms like "good riddance to bad rubbish". The purpose is to inform readers about everyday English expressions.
Expression and saying in english
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- 3. Carte blanche Example : The company gave their representative carte blanche Meaning: Unlimited power to act or do…. 3
- 4. Leave in the lurch Example: he was left in the lurch when car broke down. Meaning: to leave someone waiting for or anticipating your action 4
- 5. Good riddance to bad rubbish Example: thank god ! Dev is gone good riddance to bad rubbish. Meaning: Expressing satisfaction for being rid of someone or something 5
- 6. Shell out Example: shell out the money now don’t argue about it. Meaning: Pay or reimburse 6
- 7. I hope so Example : I hope so to do well in the interview, then I will get the job. Meaning : to believe, desire, or trust 7
- 8. I hope not Example: I hope not that I will be in office very late. Meaning : not able to learn or act, or work as desired. 8
- 9. I believe so Example : I believe so that the tree will grow and give me fruits. Meaning : to have a conviction that is, was or will happen. 9
- 10. I don’t believe so Example :I don’t believe so much in magic. Meaning: I have no belief in …….. 10
- 11. I don’t care I don’t care if I pass or fail in the exam. Meaning: I am indifferent. 11
- 12. Make my day Example : You did so well in your interview it made your fathers day. Meaning: Give one great pleasure. 12
- 13. Under the weather Example: I am feeling under the weather. Meaning : I am not feeling well . 13
- 14. I feel like Example: I feel like sleeping. /I feel like eating a cake. Meaning : I want or wish to sleep or eat ….. 14
- 15. I don’t feel like Example: I don’t feel like eating broccoli. Meaning : I don’t want to ……. 15
- 16. Can you help me? Example: Can you help me? : can you help me with my homework. Meaning : would you assist me. 16
- 17. Leave me alone Example: Leave me alone I am not talking to you. Meaning : I need some time away from you or I am very angry with you. 17
- 18. It’s on the house Example: The cup cake is on the house. Meaning : free or complimentary. 18
- 19. It’s on me Example: I will Pay it on me. Meaning : It is my indulgence or treat. 19
- 20. Are you busy? Example: Can I talk to you now or are you busy? Meaning : can I disturb 20
- 21. Are you all right? Example: Are you all right? Do you need any thing. Meaning : comfort and offer help 21
- 22. Do you mind if I…? Example: Do you mind if I if I finish this later Miss? Meaning: do you have any objection to my suggestion. 22
- 23. Be careful! Example: Be careful when you walk on wet the floor. Meaning: cautioning or warning 23
- 24. Watch out! Example: Watch out for banana peel when you walking. Meaning: to be on one's guard; be cautious 24
- 25. Say it again, please! Example: Say it again, please! I unable to understand. Meaning : please repeat it. 25
- 26. I’ll be there Example: I’ll be there in about an hour. Meaning : assurance you will keep your promise 26
- 27. I’ll be back soon Example: Thank you for the help ,I’ll be back soon. Meaning: this is not the last meeting. 27
- 28. I think so Example: Do you think so that this necklace suits my attire? Meaning: asking for an opinion. 28
- 29. I don’t think so Example: I see your heel is broken .I don’t think so Meaning: I don’t believe that is happening to me. 29
- 30. I guess so Example: I guess so he should call me. Meaning : basis of probability alone 30
- 31. I guess not Example: I guess not Dev, we will do it tomorrow. Meaning :don't think so; I expect not; I suppose not; 31
- 32. I have my way Example: I have my way to get extra pocket money from my mom. Meaning: to compel, constrain, or oblige (oneself or someone) to do something 32
- 33. Find a way Example: I need to find a way to solve this cash flow. Meaning :The answer to or disposition of a problem. 33
- 34. You can tell Example: You can tell me what you want say. Meaning : trust me or believe me 34
- 35. I’m on my way Example: I’m on my way from office to work. Meaning : I am travelling one point to another. 35
- 36. Let me know Example: Let me know if you need anything. Meaning: I am offering you my help and support. 36
- 37. No pain, no gain! Example: No pain, no gain! Meaning : Successful, You must work hard for what you want and be 37
- 38. Keep going Example: I try to keep me going till the end. Meaning :keep someone or something progressing 38
- 39. The same to you Example: Thank you and the same to you Meaning : something previously mentioned or described 39
- 40. Keep busy Example: If you keep busy, you will not be bored. Meaning: To become involved with, do, or take part in something 40
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