Speech Idioms
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Meaning: a harmless lie
Example: Telling your friend that you like their new haircut, when you really don't, is an example of a white lie. Read more ➺
Meaning: a motivational speech
Example: Last night, I met Sara for a pep talk because I had my interview the very next day. Read more ➺
Meaning: used to let someone know to pay attention to what you are saying because it is very important especially when you are certain something would happen in future
Example: Mark my words, she won't regret taking me up on my offer. Read more ➺
Meaning: speak boastfully about oneself
Example: My father told me never to toot my own horn. Read more ➺
Meaning: as it where
Example: I will tell you what is going on but only because you are already family, so to speak. Read more ➺
Meaning: to ask someone to shut up
Example: The teacher had asked the class to zip it but today everybody seemed to want to talk a lot. So she punished the entire class. Read more ➺
Meaning: a comment or a prophecy that is expected to be proved incorrect
Example: I was thinking that I will not have dinner today. Famous last words, I am very hungry. Read more ➺
Meaning: talk to you soon
Example: Thank you so much for your assistance Sandra, speak soon. Read more ➺
Meaning: a mistake in speech (or writing)
Example: The election bill was altered, by what I believe was a slip of the pen. Read more ➺
Meaning: said when someone is finished talking
Example: I have told you that you will not be going to the party. There will be no further discussion. Over and out. Read more ➺
