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Idioms
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Idioms
at the top of my lungs
Language; Idioms
If you shout at the top of your lungs, you shout as loudly as you possibly can.
at the top of your lungs
Language; Idioms
If you shout at the top of your lungs, you shout as loudly as you possibly can.
take someone to task
Language; Idioms
If you take someone to task, you scold them for something they have done wrong.
a long row to hoe
Language; Idioms
Something that is a long row to hoe is a difficult task that takes a long time.
pink pound
Language; Idioms
(UK) In the UK, the pink pound is an idiom for the economic power of gay people.
on the blink
Language; Idioms
(UK) Is a machine is on the blink, it isn’t working properly or is out of order.
shrinking violet
Language; Idioms
A shrinking violet is a shy person who doesn’t express their views and opinions.