Idiomatic expressions

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Idiomatic ExpressionsBy Valen Grayle E. Tundagui

What are idioms?

an expression whose meaning is hidden.There are 2 meaning to it. One is literal

meaning and the second is figurative meaning.

Why are you not talking? Did the cat got your tongue?

Literal Figurative

He spends a lot of money. He is a money cow.

Literal Figurative

He is having a cold feet after seeing so many people.

Literal Figurative

This is a surprise so don't spill the beans.

Literal Figurative

The quiz is very easy.It's a piece of cake.

Literal Figurative

Why are you stuttering? Is your tongue tied?

Literal Figurative

Everybody is listening attentively. They are all ears.

Literal Figurative

You are talking too fast. Hold your tongue!

Literal Figurative