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What does "a penny for your thoughts" mean?

  • A. Save your money
  • B. Tell me what you are thinking
  • C. Speak more politely
  • D. Pay for advice
Explanation:
It is a way of asking someone to share what is on their mind.

What does "a bird in the hand is worth two in the bush" mean?

  • A. A sure thing is better than a possible gain
  • B. Animals should not be trapped
  • C. Ambition is always dangerous
  • D. Travel gives better results
Explanation:
It means what you already have is safer than uncertain possibilities.

What does "your guess is as good as mine" mean?

  • A. Your answer is certainly right
  • B. I have already decided
  • C. I know more than you
  • D. I do not know either
Explanation:
It means neither person knows the answer.

What does "wrap your head around something" mean?

  • A. Avoid a topic
  • B. Explain something simply
  • C. Understand something difficult
  • D. Memorize every word
Explanation:
It means to grasp or understand a complex idea mentally.

What does "we'll cross that bridge when we come to it" mean?

  • A. Solve every problem now
  • B. Deal with a future problem later
  • C. Avoid all difficult issues
  • D. Travel without planning
Explanation:
It means you will handle a possible future problem only if it actually arises.

What does "time flies when you're having fun" mean?

  • A. Pleasant activities seem to pass quickly
  • B. Fun always ends badly
  • C. Free time is unimportant
  • D. Work should be avoided
Explanation:
It means enjoyable experiences make time feel short.

What does "the best of both worlds" mean?

  • A. A difficult compromise
  • B. An impossible dream
  • C. A situation with no risk
  • D. The advantages of the two different situations together
Explanation:
It means enjoying the benefits of two desirable things at once.

What does "so far, so good" mean?

  • A. The work is nearly done
  • B. Nothing has started
  • C. Things are going well up to now
  • D. The result is disappointing
Explanation:
It means progress has been satisfactory so far.

What does "pull yourself together" mean?

  • A. Work alone
  • B. Calm down and regain control
  • C. Gather your belongings
  • D. Reach an agreement
Explanation:
It means controlling your emotions and behaving normally again.

What does "no pain, no gain" mean?

  • A. Effort is needed for success
  • B. Rest is more useful than studying
  • C. Luck matters more than work
  • D. Problems should be avoided
Explanation:
It means achievement usually requires hard work or discomfort.