The idiom "cold fish" has its roots in the early 20th century and it likely stems from the association of fish with cold-blooded animals that do not exhibit warm emotions or expressions. It is used to describe someone who seems unfeeling, aloof, or indifferent, often making it difficult for others to form a close or emotional connection with them.

What is the origin of the idiom "cold fishing" and when to use it?

cold fish

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The origin of the phrase "hard as nails" can be traced back to the 19th century. The phrase likely emerged from the association between the physical hardness of nails. This phrase is typically used in informal contexts to describe someone's ability to withstand challenges, maintain a strong demeanor, or exhibit unwavering resolve.

What is the origin of the idiom "hard as nails" and when to use it?

(as|) (hard|tough) as nails

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The idiom "a pain in the neck" uses the metaphor of physical discomfort or annoyance in the neck area to express a sense of frustration or exasperation. It is used to convey the idea that the person or thing being referred to is causing significant inconvenience or annoyance, similar to a persistent pain in the neck.

What is the origin of the idiom "a pain in the neck" and when to use it?

a pain in the neck

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The phrase "one's heart is in the right place" has been in use for a long time, but its specific origin is unclear. This idiom can be applied to various situations where someone genuinely cares but may not always act perfectly. It reminds us to focus on the goodness of someone's intentions rather than solely judging their actions.

What is the origin of the idiom "one's heart is in the right place" and when to use it?

{one's} heart [is] in the right place

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awkward

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high-flyer

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loner

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(tough|tricky|awkward) customer

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Here you will find the words from Unit 6 - Vocabulary in the Total English Upper-Intermediate coursebook, such as "awkward", "cold fish", "loner", etc.

ইউনিট 6 - শব্দভান্ডার

মোট ইংরেজি উচ্চ-মাধ্যমিক "ইউনিট 6 - শব্দভান্ডার"

Total English Upper-Intermediate - Unit 6 - Vocabulary

Unit 6 - Vocabulary

Total English Upper-Intermediate "Unit 6 - Vocabulary"