From rags to riches From being very poor to being wealthy. WORDSrag: a piece of old cloth…
Category: LANGUAGE TIPS
language tips for learners of English
Eagle-Eyed
Eagle-eyed To watch things carefully and be able to notice almost everything. “Our eagle-eyed teacher corrects…
Dress the Part
Dress the part To wear clothing suitable for a specific occasion. “You have to dress the…
By the Score
By the score In large numbers “Disappointed fans are leaving the match by the score.”“The self-employed…
Eat the Rainbow
Eat the rainbow This phrase is used to encourage people to eat healthy foods as whole and…
Tickled Pink
Tickled pink To be very pleased. “The grandparents were tickled pink when they saw their first…
Be As Fresh As a Daisy
Be as fresh as a daisy Full of energy and enthusiasm. “After a good night sleep…