No Shit = expression used when someone says something obvious *Used often to show annoyance or agreement. ** similar to duh, , however “no shit” is definitely more offensive because it uses the curse word shit ***Used often with the phrase “No shit, Sherlock.” or “No shit, Captain Obvious.” Ex: (Rain begins pouring down on […]
The Point = the important part of what you want to say. The purpose of something Ex: Stop talking about useless things and get to “the point.” Ex: What’s “the point” in learning algebra? I’m never going to use it in real life. Ex: I like spending time with you, and I’m always thinking about […]
It’s Not My First Rodeo = this is not my first time to do it, I’ve done it before Ex: Person #1: I didn’t know you knew how to cook. The food tasted great. Person #2: “This is not my first rodeo.” I’ve been cooking my whole life. Ex: She said she has never […]
Look What the Cat Dragged In = look who’s here Ex: “Look what the cat dragged in.” How are you, today? Ex: Hey, look here. “Look what the cat dragged in.”
Green Thumb = expression used for having great gardening skills, skilled at growing plants Ex: My grandmother has quite the “green thumb.” She loves spending her time in her garden. Ex: Growing this plant is easy. You don’t need to have a “green thumb.”
It Is What It Is = there is nothing you can do to help or change the situation, so accept it Ex: We tried to win the game, but we lost. “It is what it is.” We can’t change it. We’ll try to to do better next time. Ex: I don’t want to go to […]
The Writing On the Wall = the likelihood something bad will happen Ex: The company should have seen “the writing on the wall” and changed when customers stopped buying their products. Ex: After she refused to talk to me or answer my messages, it was clear “the writing was on the wall.” Our relationship was over.
“Don’t Get Me Wrong” = don’t misinterpret what I’m saying, don’t misunderstand what I’m trying to say Ex: “Don’t get me wrong,” I like children, I just don’t plan to have any. Ex: “Don’t get me wrong,” I like what you did, but I just think you can do better
The Apple Doesn’t Fall Far From the Tree = a child is similar to their parents *It is similar to phrases “Like father, like son, or like mother, like daughter. Ex: The dad was caught stealing as teenager, and then his son was caught stealing as teenager. “The apple doesn’t fall far from the tree.” […]
Bear In Mind = suggesting someone to remember something *“Bear in mind” is the same meaning as “keep in mind.” Ex: “Bear in mind,” this is my first time Ex: “Bear in mind,” I’m not 20 years old anymore, so take it easy on me.