| 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. “Left out in the cold” |
Meaning:
To be forgotten or to miss out on something.
Example:
“Make sure you finish your project before the deadline; otherwise, you will be left out in the cold.”
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2. “Turkeys voting for Christmas” |
Meaning:
To accept a very bad offer or deal.
Example:
“Work over-time? That would be like turkeys voting for Christmas.”
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3.“Christmas has come early” |
Meaning:
Used to show happiness if something positive happens slightly before Christmas.
Example:
“I was so happy; it felt like Christmas had come early.”
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4. “Eat, drink and be merry” |
Meaning:
To have a good time.
Example:
“This Christmas, don't forget to eat, drink and be merry.”
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5. “White Christmas” |
Meaning:
If it snows on Christmas day, it is called a "White Christmas".
Example:
“I've never experienced a 'White Christmas' before.”
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