A leopard can’t/doesn’t change its spots The phrase is used to say that people cannot change…
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language tips for learners of English
Drop In The Bucket
A drop in the bucket A very small, insignificant amount of something compared to the whole. …
Let Your Hair Down
Let you hair down To allow yourself to behave more freely, relax and enjoy yourself. “You…
Fly-By-Night
Fly-by-night Not responsible, reliable or trustworthy, especially in business. A fly-by-night businessman or company want to…
When The Chips Are Down
When the chips are down When a situation gets very serious and difficult. “We are living…
Fair-Weather Friend
Fair-weather friend Someone who is a good friend when it is easy, in good times when…