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wet behind the ears
Language; Idioms
Someone who is wet behind the ears is either very young or inexperienced.
as much use as a chocolate teapot
Language; Idioms
Something that is as much use as a chocolate teapot is not useful at all.
tall order
Language; Idioms
Something that is likely to be hard to achieve or fulfil is a tall order.
yellow press
Language; Idioms
The yellow press is a term for the popular and sensationalist newspapers.
you could have knocked me down with a feather
Language; Idioms
This idiom is used to mean that the person was very shocked or surprised.
touch wood
Language; Idioms
This idiom is used to wish for good luck. (‘Knock on wood’ is also used.)
you scratch my back and I’ll scratch yours
Language; Idioms
This idiom means that if you do something for me, I’ll return the favour.
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