Somantic idioms
Exercise 1. Complete the following sentences with the appropriate somatic idiom from the list provided:
Get a/your foot in the door, from head to foot/toe, keep your head above water, put out/open your heart to sb, keep your mouth shut, have sth on the brain.
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It's important to ________________ in the competitive job market to increase your chances of success.
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She wore a stunning outfit, and everyone admired her, from ________________.
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Despite facing numerous challenges, she managed to ________________ financially and avoid drowning in debt.
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In times of trouble, it's beneficial to ________________ and share your feelings with someone you trust.
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Before entering the meeting, he reminded himself to ________________ and not reveal any confidential information.
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After the accident, he was covered in bruises and scratches, literally injured ________________.
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Instead of constantly worrying about work, try not to ________________ and take a break to relax.
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Whenever she faces a difficult decision, she tends to ________________ and overthink things.
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To build strong relationships, it's crucial to ________________ and let others know how you truly feel.
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He always has his phone in hand, even during family dinners; it's like he constantly ________________.
Exercise 2. Match the headings with the list of idioms below.
1. Keep your hair on
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d. Constantly think about a particular topic or issue.
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2. Have a (good) nose for something
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g. Share your feelings or secrets with someone.
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3. Poke/stick your nose into something
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f. Be extremely attentive to someone or something.
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4. Have something on the brain
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e. Completely covered or dressed.
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5. From head to toe
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c. Involve oneself in other people's business or affairs.
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6. Not take your eyes off somebody/something
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b. Have a natural talent or skill for understanding something.
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7. Put out/open your heart to someone
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a. Stay calm; don't get upset.
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Answers.
Exercise 1.
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Get a foot in the door
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from head to toe
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keep your head above water
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put out/open your heart to someone
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keep your mouth shut
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from head to toe
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keep your head above water
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have something on the brain
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put out/open your heart to someone
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have something on the brain
Exercise 2.
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Keep your hair on - a. Stay calm; don't get upset.
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Have a (good) nose for something - b. Have a natural talent or skill for understanding something.
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Poke/stick your nose into something - c. Involve oneself in other people's business or affairs.
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Have something on the brain - d. Constantly think about a particular topic or issue.
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From head to toe - e. Completely covered or dressed.
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Not take your eyes off somebody/something - f. Be extremely attentive to someone or something.
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Put out/open your heart to someone - g. Share your feelings or secrets with someone.
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