Idioms for February

With Valentine's Day and Chinese New Year on their way, here are a couple of festive idioms:

1. “Love is blind”

Meaning:
People do not act logically when they are in love. They do crazy things.

Example:
“The girl Steven likes doesn't like him back. Despite this, he will still do anything for her. Love is blind.”

2. “Back to square one”

Meaning:
When you have to start something again from the beginning.

Example:
“Last year was difficult. It looks like I'm back to square one.”

3.“Take breath away”

Meaning:
Something so amazing that it shocks you, making you gasp for air.

Example:
“The first time I saw her, it took my breath away.”

4. “An item”

Meaning:
To be a very loving couple.

Example:
“Harry and Sally are definitely an item.”

5. “Heart of gold”

Meaning:
A person who is innocent and pure.

Example:
“My sister has a heart of gold.”