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The idiom "chill to the bone" means to feel extremely cold or shiver uncontrollably, often due to being exposed to cold weather or feeling frightened or nervous. Example sentences:

The idiom "a burnt child dreads the fire" means that a person who has experienced a traumatic event or difficult situation may be reluctant to go through it again or approach similar situations in the future.


The idiom "take the edge off" means to make something less sharp or intense. It can also mean to soften or mellow down an emotion, situation, or person. The figurative meaning of the idiom is to reduce stress, anxiety, pain, anger, or other negative emotions.

The idiom "rule out" means to eliminate or exclude something as a possibility, especially when it is considered unlikely or impossible. It is often used in the context of decision-making or problem-solving, as a way to narrow down options and arrive at a solution.