* catch one’s eye: to be noticed by
someone
ex>
This silver bracelet caught my eye at a craft fair, so I bought it as a
gift for my sister.
* have it both ways: to benefit from two
conflicting aspects of a situation
ex>
Eating too much of your favorite ice cream will make you gain weight because
you can’t have it both ways.
Note>
This phrase is usually used in the negative. I hear some people say that you
can’t be the best mom and best career woman at the same time. What do you
think? Can working moms have it both ways?
* abolish: to officially eliminate
something
ex>
Countries that abolish capital punishment do not experience an increase
in violent crime.
* squabble: <noun> a noisy disagreement
over a minor matter; <verb> to engage in this
ex>
I used to squabble with my younger brother, but now we’re the best of
friends.
ex>
A squabble over fishing rights is preventing the two countries from
maintaining peace.
* stand the test of time: to exist for a
long time through strength, quality, etc.
ex>
These castle walls were built without mortar, but have stood the test of
time.
ex>
I have no doubt that our relationship will stand the test of time.
* follow one’s lead: to do what someone
else has successfully done
ex>
If we ban the use of harmful pesticides, other countries will follow our
lead.
* haven’t the
foggiest idea: This expression is used when someone is confronted with
a situation that doesn’t make any sense to them. It means the same as “I haven’t
the slightest idea” or “I haven’t got a clue.”
ex>
I haven’t the foggiest idea, but I’ll bet that Vince has something to do
with it.
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