English Idioms

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The benefit of the doubt

"The benefit of the doubt" is an idiom that means to give someone the advantage or assume that they are innocent until proven guilty. It refers to a decision that favors or gives leniency to a person, even if there are doubts or uncertainties about their actions or motivations.

Dog days of summer

The "dog days of summer" is an idiom that refers to the hottest and most humid time of the year, typically occurring in July or August in the Northern Hemisphere.

Dressed to kill

This idiom means someone who is attired in an extremely fashionable or chic manner, often to impress others or attend a formal event. The figurative meaning is that the person is wearing something that makes them stand out and turn heads.

Spend a fortune

The idiom "spend a fortune" means to spend an unusually large amount of money on something. It is often used when the cost of an item or activity is considered excessive or extravagant.

Wear off, out

The idiom "wear off, out" means to disappear or vanish over time, becoming less effective or useful. It can refer to anything from physical items to abstract concepts like emotions or ideas.