English expression
Jump through hoops
Meaning
To go through many obstacles or difficulties to achieve something.
In a sentence
We had to jump through hoops to get the permit approved.
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English expression
In the same boat
Meaning
To be in the same difficult situation as others.
In a sentence
We’re all in the same boat when it comes to meeting the deadline.
English expression
Hit the jackpot
Meaning
To have great success or luck, especially unexpectedly.
In a sentence
They hit the jackpot when their app went viral.
English expression
Go down in flames
Meaning
To fail spectacularly.
In a sentence
Their attempt to start a restaurant went down in flames after just three months.
English expression
Fish out of water
Meaning
Someone who feels uncomfortable in a new or unfamiliar situation.
In a sentence
I felt like a fish out of water at the formal dinner.
English expression
Elephant in the room
Meaning
A big problem that everyone ignores.
In a sentence
The budget deficit was the elephant in the room during the meeting.
English expression
Don’t bite the hand that feeds you
Meaning
Don’t harm or offend someone who is helping you.
In a sentence
In the story, a friend warns him not to insult his main supporter: “Don’t bite the hand that feeds you.”
English expression
Come rain or shine
Meaning
No matter the circumstances.
In a sentence
He jogs every morning, come rain or shine.
English expression
Bend over backwards
Meaning
To try very hard to help or please someone.
In a sentence
The staff bent over backwards to make the guests comfortable.
English expression
Ace in the hole
Meaning
A hidden advantage or resource.
In a sentence
Her public speaking skills are her ace in the hole during negotiations.
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