He was cracking jokes all night long, it was so funny! - Every time you crack a joke nobody laughs.
Tuesday, June 7, 2011
Monday, June 6, 2011
a blessing in disguise
something that at first appears to be bad or unlucky but is actually good Losing my job was a blessing in disguise - I never would have found this one if it hadn't happened.
a blast from the past
something that makes you suddenly remember an earlier time in your life Here's a blast from the past - the 1960s group the Mamas and the Papas were inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame this week.
a bitter pill (to swallow)
an unpleasant situation that must be accepted Losing the championship was a bitter pill to swallow for a team that was used to winning every year. Having his fate in the hands of others is a bitter pill for this proud man.
a bite to eat.
a small meal You'll feel better once you've had a bite to eat.
Usage notes: often used with quick: I usually sleep late and just have a quick bite to eat when I get to work.
a bit (too) much
unreasonable or unfair I think it's a bit much to expect anyone to play three tennis matches in one day. Bill went at four in the morning and had to wait four hours to get in, but that was just a bit too much for me.
a bird's eye view
the appearance of something seen from above The large painting offers a bird's eye view that shows the layout of the ancient city.
Usage notes: sometimes used to show how an animal's view is different: A basement window gives you a dog's eye view of the world - all you see is the bottom of the fire hydrant and passing feet on the sidewalk.
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