Feeling Idioms
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trouble shared is trouble halved
Meaning: the intensity of the issue can be lowered down by discussion
Example: Don't hesitate to share your problems with me. After all, a problem shared is a problem halved. Read more ➺
Meaning: being glad
Example: Nicole Kidman was in seventh heaven when she received the award for the best actress. Read more ➺
Meaning: tick someone off
Example: Put your mobile phone in a silent mode - its loud ringtone is getting on my nerves. Read more ➺
Meaning: occurrence of something shocking
Example: Good grief, is she going to kick her brother in front of the entire school? This is really shocking for me. Read more ➺
Meaning: to be very happy (elated)
Example: I have been walking on air since I found out that I have been awarded a scholarship to study music. Read more ➺
Meaning: a bad experience cause to believe caution
Example: I will never work with Peter again. He expects everyone to do the work on his behalf, once bitten twice shy. Read more ➺
Meaning: someone who is very eager to perform tasks and is always offering to do more
Example: Don’t be such an eager beaver, we have plenty of time to complete the task. Read more ➺
Meaning: a way of saying that you are happy to see someone
Example: I can't believe that I haven't seen you in a year! You are a sight for sore eyes. Read more ➺
Meaning: to be overcome by a strong feeling, usually desire
Example: The man makes me weak in the knees when he kisses me. Read more ➺
