| Idioms for July (2023) |
1. “travel on a shoestring” |
Meaning:
It means to travel very cheaply.
Example:
“We travelled on a shoestring when we went to Europe four years ago. We had a good time without spending too much money then!”
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2. “soak up the sun” |
Meaning:
It means to lie in the sun and enjoy the rays.
Example:
“What a beautiful day! Let’s soak up the sun now!”
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3.“dog days of summer” |
Meaning:
They are the hottest days of summer. They’re usually in July or August.
Example:
“It’s been hotter and hotter these days. I believe we’re going into the dog days of summer.”
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4. “chasing rainbows” |
Meaning:
It means to try to do something impossible.
Example:
“Having a big dream is good, but we think Helen should face the music and stop chasing the rainbows. It’s just quite difficult for her to be a dancer, since she dances awkwardly!”
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5. “a fair-weathered friend” |
Meaning:
It means someone who is a friend with you when you are doing well. However, if you get into trouble or things go badly for you, he/she will not stand by you.
Example:
“We don’t hang out with Jack anymore because he’s just a fair-weathered friend.”
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