| Idioms for September (2024) |
1. “ let the cat out of the bag” |
Meaning:
To let a secret to be known.
Example:
“I was trying to keep the party a secret, but Ben went and let the cat out of the bag.”
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2. “throw in the towel” |
Meaning:
To give up.
Example:
“After months of trying, he finally threw in the towel and faced the music.”
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3.“hit the nail on the head” |
Meaning:
To say or to do something right.
Example:
“It’s great to see you hit the nail on the head with your solution to the problem.”
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4. “the ball is in your court” |
Meaning:
If the ball is in someone’s court, the person has to do something before any progress can be made in a situation.
Example:
“It’s up to what you want to do – the ball is in your court now.”
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5. “hit the hay” |
Meaning:
To go to sleep.
Example:
“It’s getting late, I think I’m going to hit the hay right now.”
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