Idiomatic expression 2

 

  1. Call it a day:

    • Definition: To stop working or doing an activity for the rest of the day.
    • Example: "We've been working for hours; let's call it a day and continue tomorrow."

  2. Call off:

    • Definition: To cancel or abandon an event, plan, or activity.
    • Example: "Due to the heavy rain, they had to call off the outdoor picnic."

  3. Call on:

    • Definition: To visit someone, especially for a specific purpose.
    • Example: "I'll call on my neighbor later to return the book I borrowed."

  4. Calm down:

    • Definition: To become less agitated or anxious; to relax.
    • Example: "Please calm down and tell me what happened."

  5. Care for:

    • Definition: To like or have an interest in something.
    • Example: "Would you care for some tea or coffee?"

  6. Catch on:

    • Definition: To understand or grasp a concept or idea.
    • Example: "It took me a while, but I finally caught on to how the new software works."

  7. Catch up with:

    • Definition: To reach the same level or standard as others; to update someone about recent events.
    • Example: "I need to catch up with my colleagues' progress on the project."

  8. Check in:

    • Definition: To register arrival, especially at a hotel or airport.
    • Example: "We can check in at the hotel after 3 PM."

  9. Check out:

    • Definition: To leave a place after settling any dues or obligations.
    • Example: "Once we check out of the hotel, we'll head to the airport."

  10. Cheer up:

    • Definition: To become happier or to make someone happier.
    • Example: "I brought you some flowers to cheer you up."

  11. Chip in:

    • Definition: To contribute or give a small amount of money or effort towards something.
    • Example: "Everyone chipped in for Sarah's farewell gift."

  12. Clear up:

    • Definition: To become better or improve; to clarify or resolve a situation.
    • Example: "I hope the weather clears up for the weekend."

  13. Come across:

    • Definition: To find or encounter something unexpectedly.
    • Example: "Yesterday, I came across an old friend at the supermarket."

  14. Come around to:

    • Definition: To change one's opinion or viewpoint about something.
    • Example: "Initially, he disagreed, but eventually, he came around to supporting the idea."

  15. Come down with:

    • Definition: To become ill with a sickness or disease.
    • Example: "I think I'm coming down with the flu; I feel really tired and achy."

  16. Come up with:

    • Definition: To think of or produce an idea or solution.
    • Example: "We need to come up with a plan for the upcoming project deadline."

  17. Cost an arm and a leg:

    • Definition: To be very expensive.
    • Example: "The repairs for the car cost an arm and a leg."

  18. Count on:

    • Definition: To rely or depend on someone or something.
    • Example: "You can count on me to help you with the move next weekend."

  19. Count out:

    • Definition: To exclude or rule out someone or something from consideration.
    • Example: "He's always late; let's count him out for the early morning meeting."

  20. Cut off:

    • Definition: To disconnect or stop something suddenly.
    • Example: "The phone call was cut off before I could finish my sentence."

  21. Cut out for:

    • Definition: To be naturally suited or qualified for a particular task, role, or occupation.
    • Example: "She's always been great at leading teams; she's definitely cut out for a managerial position."

EXAMPLES:

  1. Call it a day:

    • "It's getting late, and we've finished most of the work. Let's call it a day and continue fresh tomorrow."
    • "After hours of practice, the coach decided to call it a day for the team and give them some rest."
    • "I've been studying for hours; I think it's time to call it a day and relax."

  2. Call off:

    • "Due to the storm, they had to call off the outdoor concert scheduled for tonight."
    • "The meeting was called off because many attendees were unable to make it on short notice."
    • "The teacher called off the quiz when the classroom AC stopped working."

  3. Call on:

    • "I'll call on my friend tomorrow to discuss our travel plans for the summer."
    • "The professor might call on you during the lecture to answer a question, so be prepared."
    • "We'll call on the expert to provide insights on the new technology during the conference."

  4. Calm down:

    • "Please calm down; there's no need to panic; everything will be alright."
    • "She needed a few moments alone to calm down after receiving unexpected news."
    • "Talking to her best friend always helps her calm down when she's stressed."

  5. Care for:

    • "Would you care for some tea or coffee before we start the meeting?"
    • "I don't particularly care for horror movies; they make me anxious."
    • "Do you care for a walk in the park this evening?"

  6. Catch on:

    • "It took a while, but eventually, he caught on to the new software's functions."
    • "She explained the game rules until everyone caught on and started playing smoothly."
    • "I hope the team catches on quickly to the changes in the project plan."

  7. Catch up with:

    • "I need to catch up with my emails; I've been out of the office all morning."
    • "She's been studying abroad and needs to catch up with her friends' latest news."
    • "I finally caught up with the series everyone was talking about; it's really good."

  8. Check in:

    • "We can check in at the hotel after 3 PM once our room is ready."
    • "Remember to check in online for your flight to avoid long queues at the airport."
    • "They checked in with the event organizer to confirm the schedule for the conference."

  9. Check out:

    • "We'll check out of the resort early tomorrow to avoid traffic on the way back home."
    • "After paying the bill, they checked out of the restaurant and headed to the theater."
    • "Before leaving, make sure to check out from the hotel reception and return the room key."

  10. Cheer up:

    • "I brought you some flowers to cheer you up; I know you've had a rough day."
    • "Watching a comedy movie always manages to cheer me up when I'm feeling down."
    • "She tried to cheer up her friend with some uplifting words and a small gift."
  1. Chip in:
  • "Everyone chipped in a few dollars to buy a farewell gift for our colleague."
  • "We all need to chip in and help clean up after the event."
  • "If everyone chips in with their ideas, we can solve this problem together."
  1. Clear up:
  • "I hope the weather clears up for the weekend so we can go hiking."
  • "Let me clarify to clear up any confusion about the new company policy."
  • "The misunderstanding between them finally cleared up after a long conversation."
  1. Come across:
  • "I came across an interesting article while browsing the internet last night."
  • "During my research, I came across some fascinating historical documents."
  • "She came across an old photo album while cleaning out her attic."
  1. Come around to:
  • "After discussing it further, she came around to supporting the proposed changes."
  • "At first, he disagreed with the plan, but eventually, he came around to the idea."
  • "It took some convincing, but she finally came around to the importance of the project."
  1. Come down with:
  • "I think I'm coming down with a cold; I've been feeling feverish and tired."
  • "She came down with the flu and had to stay home for a few days."
  • "Be careful; many people in the office came down with a stomach bug last week."
  1. Come up with:
  • "We need to come up with a solution to this problem before the deadline."
  • "She always comes up with creative ideas for our marketing campaigns."
  • "The team brainstormed and finally came up with a plan for the charity event."
  1. Cost an arm and a leg:
  • "The designer handbag she wanted costs an arm and a leg, so she decided against buying it."
  • "Buying a new car can cost an arm and a leg if you go for the luxury models."
  • "The repairs for the house after the storm ended up costing them an arm and a leg."
  1. Count on:
  • "You can count on me to help you move this weekend; I'll be there."
  • "She always counts on her brother for support during difficult times."
  • "You can count on the team to deliver the project on time; they're very reliable."
  1. Count out:
  • "He's always late; let's count him out for the early morning meeting."
  • "Don't count her out yet; she might surprise us with her performance."
  • "I was counted out of the competition due to an injury, but I'll be back next year."
  1. Cut off:
  • "The phone call was cut off suddenly, and I couldn't hear the rest of what she said."
  • "They decided to cut off the water supply during the maintenance work."
  • "I'm sorry, but we have to cut off discussions for today; we've run out of time."
  1. Cut out for:
  2. She realized she wasn't cut out for a career in sales; her passion lay in writing."
  3. "He struggled with the technical aspects of the job and soon realized he wasn't cut out for it."
  4. "Some people are naturally cut out for leadership roles, while others prefer working behind the scenes."

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