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【Vol. 5】Useful English Idioms Collection

Useful English Idioms Collection English

In this article, I have compiled English idioms that can be used in everyday conversations.

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English Idioms Collection, Vol. 5

  • Get out of hand
  • Speak of the devil
  • See eye to eye
  • The best of both worlds
  • To make a long story short

Get out of hand

Get out of hand - 手に負えなくなるの画像
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This idiom means a situation or problem becomes much worse than expected and is difficult to control.

Example:
  1. The party started out small, but it quickly got out of hand with too many guests.
  2. The protest started peacefully, but it got out of hand when some demonstrators began to break windows.
  3. The project deadlines have been missed repeatedly, and now it’s getting out of hand.
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Speak of the devil

Speak of the devil - 噂をすれば影の画像
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This idiom means that the person you were talking about suddenly appears, usually when they were not expected.

Example:
  1. We were just talking about Tom, and speak of the devil, here he comes!
  2. Speak of the devil, I was just about to call you.
  3. Speak of the devil, guess who just messaged me on social media.
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See eye to eye

See eye to eye - 意見が一致するの画像
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This idiom means to agree with someone or to share the same view or opinion.

Example:
  1. They don’t always see eye to eye, but on this issue, they completely agree.
  2. It’s important for team members to see eye to eye to ensure smooth collaboration.
  3. My parents and I see eye to eye on most topics, which makes our discussions easy.
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The best of both worlds

The best of both worlds - 両方の良いところを取るの画像
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This idiom means to get the benefits of two different things at the same time.

Example:
  1. By working part-time and studying part-time, she gets the best of both worlds.
  2. Living in the suburbs allows you to enjoy a quiet environment while being close to the city, offering the best of both worlds.
  3. He enjoys the best of both worlds by freelancing, which gives him the flexibility to travel while earning money.
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To make a long story short

To make a long story short - 簡潔に言うとの画像
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This idiom means to explain something concisely or to give the main point in a few words.

Example:
  1. To make a long story short, we missed the flight because of traffic.
  2. He talked for an hour, but to make a long story short, he accepted the job offer.
  3. We had many challenges, but to make a long story short, we completed the project on time.
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