American English Idioms -- Page 17
Idiom Translation
  1. That's it in a nutshell.
  2. By hook or crook we'll do it.
  3. We've got one thing in the hole.
  4. They are in the same boat.
  5. We are in full swing now.
  6. We have more irons in the fire.
  7. He's a jack-of-all-trades.
  8. Don't jump down my throat.
  9. It's just what the doctor ordered.
  10. You keep the ball rolling.
  11. Now keep that under your hat.
  12. You keep plugging away.
  13. That's a kick in the pants.
  14. Knock it off!
  15. He's about to kick the bucket.
  16. He knows the ropes.
  17. That is the last straw.
  18. You need to let off some steam.
  19. Don't lie down on the job.
  20. She is a long shot to win.
  2. We'll do it whatever it takes.
  3. One thing is on our side.
  4. We both have the same problem.
  5. We are all working full time on this.
  6. We have many other things to do.
  7. He has many talents.
  8. Don't criticize me so severely.
  9. That is an excellent solution.
  10. Keep up your good efforts.
  11. Don't tell this to anyone.
  12. Keep working to solve this.
  13. That is a good encouragement.
  14. Stop doing that!
  15. He is about to die.
  16. He knows what he is doing.
  17. He has made one error too many.
  18. Don't contain all your anger.
  19. Keep working - don't slow down.
  20. She is not the most likely winner.
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