| Idioms for October |
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Winter is gradually on the way, so here are some "ice cool" idioms.
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1. “Not a cat in hell’s chance” |
Meaning:
There is 100% no chance. It is impossible.
Example:
“We didn’t have a cat in hell’s chance of winning that contract.”
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2. “cold shoulder” |
Meaning:
To get ignored by someone. To be treated in a cold, unfriendly way.
Example:
“My girlfriend had been giving me the cold shoulder since I forgot her birthday last week.”
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3.“skeleton in the closet” |
Meaning:
A scandal that is kept secret.
Example:
“Michael has a few skeletons in his closet and is terrified that he will be found out.”
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4. “snowball effect” |
Meaning:
Something small that will grow bigger rapidly over time.
Example:
“The hardest part is starting. Once you start it is like the snowball effect, you will gradually become more productive.”
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5. “Scared stiff” |
Meaning:
So scared that you cannot move.
Example:
“I am scared stiff of big dogs.”
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