Spread Oneself (Yourself) Too Thin
What does the idiom “spread yourself too thin” mean? Definition: try to do too much, overextend yourself Example: …
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Knock Someone for Six
What does the idiom “knock someone for six” mean? Definition: shock someone, overwhelm someone Example: It knocked me …
Don’t Let It Go to Your Head
What does the expression “don’t let it go to your head” mean? Definition: Do not become conceited because …
Work Up the Nerve
What does the idiom “work up the nerve” mean? Definition: find the courage, marshal one’s bravery Example: I …
Have Second Thoughts
What does the expression “have second thoughts” mean? Definition: begin to doubt a decision you have made Example: …
Sleep with One Eye Open
What does the idiom “sleep with one eye open” mean? Definition: Be alert to danger Example: I’ve been …