English Idioms

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Random Idioms

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Don’t count your chickens before they hatch

The idiom "don't count your chickens before they hatch" is a common phrase used to caution someone not to depend on potential success or outcomes that have not yet been realized.

Faint of heart

The idiom "faint of heart" means to be very afraid or worried, often to the point of feeling weak or fainting. It can also refer to someone who is timid or shy.

Take a cue from

The idiom "take a cue from" means to observe or learn something from someone else's behavior, especially when the behavior is successful or effective. It can also mean to imitate or emulate someone else's behavior.

For a while

The idiom "for a while" means for a certain period of time or temporarily. It is commonly used to refer to a specific duration of time that is not necessarily exact but is intended to give an approximate idea of how long something will last.

Labour of love

"Labour of love" refers to a task or activity that someone does willingly and enthusiastically, without expecting any reward or compensation beyond the satisfaction they get from doing it.