Game
Meaning: an opportunity to participate in a sporting event without having to compete in qualifying matches or be ranked at a certain level.
Example: Nobody can guess what Mark is going to do next. He's always been a bit of a wild card. Read on
Meaning: to stop someone from feeling awkward or embarrassed.
Example: My teacher spoke up to spare the blushes of the new student. Read on
Meaning: declining an offer that might be taken up later.
Example: He said he would take a rain check on visiting us today. Read on
Meaning: passing blame to another person
Example: That particular supervisor tends to pass the buck of all light duties to newly hired interns. Read on
Meaning: to challenge to prove one's claim, when they are likely attempting to deceive
Example: When the employee threatened to quit if he was not given a pay rise, the boss called his bluff. Read on
Meaning: the initiative for taking action lies with somebody
Example: We did what we could, and now the ball is in your court. Read on
Meaning: be the undisputed champion
Example: He made £3 million before he was 30, so he is the king of the hill in this industry. Read on
Meaning: knockout
Example: Does your brother really think that he can knock out the biggest guy in school? I would like to see him try. Read on
Meaning: absolutely accurate
Example: Runners, please get ready. On your mark, get set, go! Read on
Meaning: to cheer up a group or any activity
Example: As soon as they heard about the picnic - the children in the class gingered up. Read on
