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Idioms Related To Success FailureSet 27

1She came from a poor background, but now she is rich and famous and has the ..... at her feet.

2Which idiom means doing more than is required to achieve a goal?

3Interpret the phrase 'all roads lead to Rome' in the context of a journey.

4When a community continually adjusts and improves its programs, it shows:

5It would be a ..... in anyone's cap to have the privilege of representing their country.

6Which phrase means "has an ending" ?

7End or destroy something completely

8This is an important, successful, or influential person.Which idiom does this connect to?

9Match each idiom 'build castles in the air' to its correct meaning below:

10The idiom that means ' to deal with an emergency effectively' is .....

11..... was big on rugged individualism, a belief that people need to make it through life on their own without government help.

12If you bought "a lemon", it means you bought

13I had to pay the new phone in full price because I ..... when there was an early bird discount

14Against the ..... LEGEND OR TRUTH

15To "whistle for it" means .....

16Everything Jeff has is .....; he has to have whatever is newest on the market.

17We've enjoyed ..... grapes this year.

18This idiom means that the consequences of one's actions, whether positive or negative, will eventually catch up with them.

19Tommy is the ..... sheep in his family: he is the only member who has not made a success of his life.

20What is meant by Break a leg when said to a performer?

21After two hours spent wandering in the snow, I realized we were on a wild goose chase.

22The idiom that means 'in favor with' is .....

23If you act early or before anyone else, you will be successful. That is why they always say .....

24Dan's been a mechanic for over thirty years now-you could say he's ..... at repairing cars.

25He makes hay while the sun shines.

26" ..... be hands down the best" and " The pick of the bunch is ..... " have the same meaning, stating what ranks the highest

27Choose the correct meaning of "go down in flames"

28Pronounced her a prodigy

29To begin from the very start.

30"Get a promotion" means .....

31Winston Chang is 'in charge of' the new technology department

32To "back out" means ..... A) to support someone B) to be trapped C) to get out of an agreement

33To "miss the boat" means to .....

34Which of the following idiom means to be fired

35The mayor's popularity among elderly voters gives him ..... for the coming election.

36What was Walt's common philosophy on the relationship between dreams and reality?

37What does "catch 22" mean?

38Read the sentences below and identify which idiom is being described."The software update promised to fix bugs but also introduced new issues."

39You're right! That's the word I'm looking for. You hit the nail on the head. Thanks

40There were only four elephants in the ....., but my elephant didn't come first!

41In which sentence the idiom "do the trick" is correct?

42Match the idiom with the meaning. Choose the meaning that best corresponds to the idiom. Idiom: deliver the goods

43What is the meaning of this idiom, adage or proverb?It was a piece of cake.

44Idioms-Fill in the blank (Use common idioms): Winning first place was ..... for her. Choose the best idiom to complete the sentence.

45Everything is ..... now; don't worry.

46What does 'have an old hand at something' mean?

47"A piece of a cake" as in "That test was a piece of cake!" is an example of a what?

48What does 'gain an advantage over' mean?

49The early bird catches the worm.

50The carpenter's work did not cut the mustard, so he had to start over.

51What is the meaning of "the Midas Touch" ?

52To ..... someone means to do better than they do.

53During their lesson, Mrs. Yan told her class, 'You are on the ball!' What does this idiom mean?

54What does it mean when something is a steal?

55The idiom "eat humble pie"

56What does this sentence mean? Making a kite was as simple as pie.

57Can't cut the mustard is used for someone who:

58'This test is a piece of cake' means:

59The team decided to ..... despite the economic slowdown.

60The plan of leaving the house without our parents noticing will surely go down in flames.

61Good luck with your concert tonight. Break a leg!What does "break a leg" mean?