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The English We Speak: An uphill task

This is a phrase about something that needs energy and determination.

• 3 mins

The English We Speak: Makes my skin crawl

Here's an expression for when you're incredibly disgusted by something.

• 2 mins

The English We Speak: Throw one's toys out the pram

Here's an expression for someone's dramatic reaction when they don't get what they want.

• 3 mins

The English We Speak: Off the scale

An expression that means goes far beyond what is expected.

• 2 mins

The English We Speak: Warts and all

An expression that means including all your imperfections.

• 3 mins

The English We Speak: That's on you

When someone tells you 'that's on you', they're telling you that it's your fault.

• 2 mins

The English We Speak: On the fly

Should you cook on the fly, or follow a recipe? Learn a phrase to talk about improvising.

• 2 mins