Eye-Opening = something that causes a strong emotional reaction because of unexpectedness, enlightening experience Ex: Moving out from your parents home can be an “eye-opening” experience. Ex: The documentary was “eye-opening” to watch because I learned so many new things.
Attention Whore = someone (guy or girl) who wants everyone’s attention all the time IMPORTANT NOTE: “whore” is a low level curse word. You can learn about it here. Ex: He is always talking. He is such an “attention whore.” Ex: She is always trying to be the center of attention from everyone. She […]
For Crying Out Loud = expression used to show irritation and impatience Similar expression: “For Christ’s/ god’s sake!” Ex: “For crying out loud!” Our team’s coach is so stupid. Ex: Oh, “for crying out loud!” I never said that. Stop lying.
Off the Top of One’s Head = 1) answering a question without much thought or knowledge 2) based on what you remember Ex: Person #1: How much can I sell my car for? Person #2: “Off the top of my head” I would say about a thousand. ( a guess without knowing precisely) Ex: “Off […]
To Have Someone’s Back = to support or defend someone, to watch out for them Ex: If anyone tries to hurt you, I “have your back” and will help protect you. Ex: You can always rely on your parents to “have your back” when everyone else is against you.
The Big Picture = the situation as a whole, the overall view, the entire perspective on an issue or situation Ex: We need to look at “the big picture” before we can focus on the specific smaller details. Ex: The government plans to stop making the penny (1 cent coin), but looking at “the bigger […]
Set the Record Straight = give the truth about an event that has been reported incorrectly Ex: Let me “set the record straight.” I never cheated despite what you may have heard. Ex: After she read the untrue story about herself on the internet, she knew she had to “set the record straight,” and tell […]
To Have Butterflies In Your Stomach = to feel nervous Ex: The show was about to begin, and the performer nervously walked around and said he was feeling “butterflies in his stomach.” Ex: “Having butterflies in your stomach” is a normal feeling before an important event like taking a test or giving a speech.
To Be In the Doghouse = (figuratively) when someone is mad at you (usually girlfriend or wife) Ex: John was “in the doghouse“ after he forgot his wedding anniversary. Ex: His girlfriend is very mad at him for skipping their date and going out with his friends, so now he’s “in the doghouse.”
Crybaby = someone who will cry or complain over the smallest things out of self pity Ex: He is such a “crybaby.” He whines and cries over nothing just to get attention. Ex: There are so many “crybabies” complaining the government doesn’t help them enough, when they should get a job and stop […]