English idioms [66]

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He owes money to everyone – he really has his back ___ now.

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If she makes another foolish blunder like that, I’ll be ready to _____.

What does the following sentence mean?

This comedian is off the wall. He brings down the house every night.

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The interviewer accused the minister of _____ on the issue of tax increases.

From the choices given below, select all possible ones for the blank:

In the closing few minutes, our team had its _____ but continued to fight gallantly.

What does the following sentence mean?

He was home for only three days; then he began to climb the wall.

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This painter is _____. He now uses a mix of paints and dried leaves.

Fill in the blank with the best suitable choice from the ones given below:

The murderer kept _____ until the police showed him the evidence.