* put someone or something on the map: to
bring recognition, respect, or fame to someone or something
ex>
Their mixed martial arts classes are what put them on the map, but now
they tech traditional kung fu as well.
* pig out: to eat a large amount of food
ex>
Exercise isn’t enough to lose weight if you’re still pigging out on
fatty foods.
Note>
It is actually a common and enduring myth that pigs are greedy. In fact, a pig
will never eat more food than it needs – unlike some humans!
* red flag: an indicator of a potential
or existing problem.
ex>
If someone is spending more and more time alone, that could be a red flag.
* in the cards: likely or certain to
happen
ex>
She got the feeling that a promotion wasn’t in the cards for her.
Note>
The “cards” referred to in this expression are tarot cards (pronounced ta-ro).
These were European playing cards from the Middle Ages which were later used to
“read” one’s future.
* joint: a place of business (slang)
ex>
Can you believe how many burger joints there are around here?
* shift gears: to suddenly change one’s
attitude, opinion, or actions
ex>
I realize we haven’t finished discussing your salary, but I’d like to shift
gears and talk about our company’s new logo.
* epic:
대단한, 인상적인, 영웅적인
The
original and correct meaning of this word relates to a traditional long-form
poetry genre that describes the deeds and adventures of historical heroes. It
later came to be used to describe other large or long works, and has now become
a popular slang term meaning “very impressive.”
ex>
It was absolutely epic. I’ll notify you when I post all my pictures.
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