Steal One’s Thunder = to do something that takes attention away from what someone else has done Ex: I wanted to impress the girl by lifting the heavy weight, but another boy “stole my thunder” by lifting it first. Ex: She decided to not tell everyone about her pregnancy because her friend was getting married […]
Tomato Tomahto (different pronunciations of tomato) = expression for when someone feels that the same thing is being talked about by using different words (basically it doesn’t matter because it’s the same meaning) Ex: Person #1: “I think David Beckham is past his best.” Person #2: “Well, he’s not as young as he was.” Person […]
Affect vs Effect Affect (verb) = to produce change or influence something Ex: The rain “affected” her hair. Ex: The alcohol “affected” his decision making. Effect (noun) = the result, or change that occurred Ex: What “effect” did the loss have on the team? Ex: The rain had no “effect” on her hair. Tip: Remember the phrase: “A Very Easy Noun” (A)ffect = […]
In Over One’s Head = too deeply involved with someone or something, beyond what one can deal with Ex: I’m so stressed over starting this new business. I think I’m “in over my head.” Ex: She was way “in over her head” to think she could change his irresponsible ways.
Kooky (adjective) = strange or eccentric Ex: In the past, they doctors had a lot of “kooky” ideas about medical treatment, like electric shock therapy. Ex: My “kooky” neighbor has 30 cats all named Steve.
Skeletons In the Closet = an embarrassing fact that someone wants to keep secret Ex: The priest seemed to be perfect, but he had many “skeletons in his closet” that he was afraid would become public. Ex: If you’re starting a relationship with another person, you should be honest about the “skeletons in your closet.” […]