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"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.


The idiom "pros and cons" refers to the benefits and drawbacks of something, or the advantages and disadvantages of a decision or situation. It is often used to weigh the options and make a more informed choice.

The idiom "take with a grain of salt" means to accept information or advice with skepticism, as it is not necessarily true or reliable. It suggests that the listener or reader should be cautious and not take the information at face value without verifying it first.

The idiom "larger than life" is used to describe someone or something that is extremely lively, energetic, or enthusiastic, often to an exaggerated degree. It can also be used to describe someone who is larger than average in size or weight.