(1) the granddaddy of them all

Meaning: The biggest, oldest, most impressive, or most respected person or thing of his, her, or its kind.
Sentence: I own a lot of vintage cars, but my 1926 Bentley is the granddaddy of them all.

(2) get in the last word

Meaning: To say the final words in an argument or discussion, especially one that decisively or conclusively ends it.
Sentence: Everyone started shouting, trying to get in the last word, and the whole meeting just descended into chaos. David is so smug, making a point to get in the last word in every debate.

(3) land of plenty

Meaning: A fictional or imagined utopian place where there is an abundance of everything needed to survive and flourish.
Sentence: A huge influx of people headed to California at the beginning of the 20th century, thinking it was the land of plenty.

(4) don't shoot the messenger

Meaningon't get angry at or punish someone who is simply delivering bad or undesirable news, as he or she is not responsible for it
Sentence: A: "What do you mean I'm being sued by my ex-wife? I'll knock your lights out!" B: "Hey man, I'm just doing my job. Don't shoot the messenger!"

(5) kidding aside

Meaning: In all seriousness; being frank for a moment.
Sentence: Just flew in from Denver, huh? Boy, your arms must be tired! Kidding aside, how was your trip out here? I give my brother a hard time for the gangly way he runs, but all kidding aside, he's quite a remarkable athlete.

(6) drag (someone) kicking and screaming

Meaning: To force someone to go somewhere or do something against his or her will, especially when he or she protests against it vehemently and/or at great length
Sentence: I really thought Mike would be perfect for that job, but I had to drag him kicking and screaming into an interview for it.

(7) a kick at the can

Meaning: An opportunity to do, try, or achieve something.
Sentence: He might not have been elected to office this term, but he'll likely look for another kick at the can in November.

(8) be a different kettle of fish

Meaning: To be entirely different in scope or description from someone or something that was just being discussed.
Sentence: Steve: "So you like your first two roommates, but what about your third one?" Joe: "William? Oh, he's a different kettle of fish altogether." I suppose we could start looking at buying a house now that our baby is on the way, but that's an entirely different kettle of fish!

(9) a kernel of truth
Meaning: A singular element of truth or wisdom within a greater story, narrative, speech, or claim, especially when most or all other elements are fictitious or of questionable veracity.
Sentence: I think the governor's speech is a bunch of hogwash by and large, but there is a kernel of truth in what he said about the need for lower taxes.

(10) keep (one's) socks on

Meaning: To remain patient and calm, especially when beginning to become angry or upset with impatience. Usually said as an imperative. Yeah, yeah, keep your socks on!
Sentence: I'll have the report finished by the end of the day! A: "That lady is pestering us about getting her car back today." B: "We need another day to get it fixed. Tell her to keep her socks on!"

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1. ‘The best of both worlds’ – means you can enjoy two different opportunities at the same time.

“By working part-time and looking after her kids two days a week she managed to get the best of both worlds.”

2. ‘When pigs fly’ – something that will never happen.

“When pigs fly she’ll tidy up her room.”

3. ‘To cost an arm and a leg’– something is very expensive.

“Fuel these days costs and arm and a leg.”

4. ‘Let the cat out of the bag’ – to accidentally reveal a secret.

“I let the cat out of the bag about their wedding plans.”

5. ‘To feel under the weather’ – to not feel well.

“I’m really feeling under the weather today; I have a terrible cold.”

‘Break a leg’ – means ‘good luck’ (often said to actors before they go on stage).

“Break a leg Sam, I’m sure your performance will be great.”

6. ‘To hit the nail on the head’ – to describe exactly what is causing a situation or problem.

“He hit the nail on the head when he said this company needs more HR support.”

7. ‘To cut corners’ – to do something badly or cheaply.

“They really cut corners when they built this bathroom; the shower is leaking.”

8. A hot potato
Speak of an issue (mostly current) which many people are talking about and which is usually disputed

9. A penny for your thoughts
A way of asking what someone is thinking

10. At the drop of a hat
Meaning: without any hesitation; instantly.

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work like a Beaver: work steadily
forbidden fruit: a thing that is desired all the more because it is not allowed.
place in the sun: a position of favor or advantage.

hold out an olive branch: offer a token of peace or goodwill.

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Give the devil to his dues: Give the notorious person his laborious work

Work against the time: to do hard work timely


play havoc: cause destruction

it means center of a problem, or reason of fight, bone of contention

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Thucydides Trap ..
When an established power encounter a rising power and conflict between them was invincible..

Birds of feather flocks together
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