| Idioms for December |
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With Christmas on the way, December is a time for family and commemoration. Here are a couple of idioms based on Christmas:
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1. “A dime a dozen” |
Meaning:
Something that is very common and cheap.
Example:
“Everyone likes dumplings. They are a dime a dozen in this city.”
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2. “The proof is in the pudding” |
Meaning:
In order to fully test something you need to experience it yourself.
Example:
“Here is your evidence. The proof is in the pudding.”
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3.“Ball is in your court” |
Meaning:
It’s up to you to make the next decision.
Example:
“My turn is over, the ball is in your court.”
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4. “It's the thought that counts” |
Meaning:
It's the kindness behind an act that matters, however imperfect or insignificant it may be.
Example:
When buying your friend a gift but it accidentally breaks, the friend might say “Oh well, it's the thought that counts.”
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5. “Off the hook” |
Meaning:
To have escaped and not have responsibility for something.
Example:
“He is off the hook from his homework because he is sick.”
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