Idioms for October (2023)

1. “a dime a dozen”

Meaning:
Something common.

Example:
“Don’t be scared! It’s just a dime a dozen.

2. “get out of hand”

Meaning:
Get out of control.

Example:
“The situation got out of hand when the party started!”

3.“be on the ball”

Meaning:
To talk about someone is doing a good job.

Example:
“I didn’t sleep well last night. I’m really not on the ball today.”

4. “ pull oneself together”

Meaning:
To calm down.

Example:
“You should pull yourself together. It’s not the end of the world.”

5. “You can say that again.”

Meaning:
To say someone is right.

Example:
A: You’re wearing a nice and beautiful dress today!

B: You can say that again!