English Idioms

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Deals with

"Deals with" is an idiom that means to handle, manage, or deal with something, usually related to work. It can also mean to negotiate or make agreements about something. Example sentences:

  • She deals with customer service every day at her job.

Clear the air

The idiom "clear the air" means to remove any misunderstandings, conflicts or negative feelings that exist between people or groups. It can also mean to open up a conversation or to address a difficult issue directly.

Turn the tables

The idiom "turn the tables" means to reverse or change the positions or roles of people involved in a situation, often to give someone an advantage. It can also mean to make a sudden change or reversal in circumstances.

Rise and shine

The idiom "rise and shine" is used to greet someone in the morning, wishing them a good start to their day. It can also be used to express optimism or hope for the future. The phrase literally means to stand up from a lying position (i.e.

Tit for tat

"Tit for tat" is an idiomatic expression that means a kind of reciprocal action, where one person does something in response to what the other has done. It implies a sense of fairness and equality in the exchange of actions or behavior between two parties.