| Idioms for October |
1. Under the weather |
Meaning:
Ill ; not healthy.
Example:
“Are you okay? You look sick.”
“I am feeling a bit under the weather. I think I should go to see a doctor.” |
2. Pardon me |
Meaning:
To make courteous allowance for ; excuse.
Example:
Pardon me. I'm very sorry for bumping into you like that. |
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3. Speechless |
Meaning:
Temporarily unable to speak, as through astonishment.
example:
My birthday party was such a nice surprise. I'm speechless. |
4. Let down |
Meaning:
A disappointment.
example:
I can't believe Grandma won't be visiting for Christmas this year. It's a really big let down. |
5. Slip my mind |
Meaning:
[For something that was to be remembered] to be forgotten.
Example:
I'm so sorry I forgot to call you last night. It completely slipped my mind. |