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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.

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