Behavior & Approach - Conversational Responses

Dive into English idioms that are conversational responses, like "you can say that again" and "for crying out loud".

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you can say that again [sentence]

used to express one's complete agreement with someone's statement

Ex: You can say that again cause I feel like I 'm melting .

(hard|tough) cheese [phrase]

used to show one's lack of sympathy for a person or thing

Ex: This is the only food we have left , and if you do n't like it , hard cheese .

have it your way [sentence]

used to angrily state that despite one's disagreement with what someone has said, one will not argue about it

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catch you later [sentence]

used to say goodbye to a person when one expects to see them again

Ex: I have a meeting to attend , but I 'll catch you later for coffee .

be my guest [sentence]

used when giving someone the confirmation that they can do, take, or use something

Ex: If you want to try the cake I baked , be my guest ; it 's on the counter .

bloody hell [interjection]

used to show one's anger, surprise, or frustration

Ex: Bloody hell , it 's freezing out here !

cat got your tongue [sentence]

said to someone who is annoyingly quiet when they are expected to speak

Ex: When her friend suddenly stopped talking about the party , Sarah asked , " Hey , cat got your tongue ?

knock yourself out [sentence]

used to say that someone can do as they please

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long time no see [interjection]

used when greeting someone after a long time has passed since one's last encounter with them

Ex: Long time no see , Susan .

man's best friend [phrase]

used to refer to dogs, emphasizing their loyalty and companionship with humans

Ex: Even during the toughest times , the companionship of man 's best friend can provide solace and a sense of belonging .

now you are talking [sentence]

used to show that one agrees with someone's suggestion or statement

Ex: You're suggesting we take a weekend trip to the beach? Now you're talking!

to pull the other (one|leg) (, it has got bells on|) [phrase]

to show that one believes that someone is joking or lying

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says who [interjection]

used to show that one does not accept nor agree with someone's statement or opinion

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son of a gun [phrase]

used to show affection or add humor when addressing a person

Ex: Look at him go on the dance floor , that son of a gun is really busting some moves !

the moon is made of (green|) cheese [sentence]

used to express one's complete disbelief about something that another person has just said

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take a picture [sentence]

said to angrily ask a person to stop staring at one

Ex: How about you take a picture instead ?

for crying out loud [interjection]

used to show that one is angry, annoyed, or astonished

Ex: It 's my house , for crying out loud !

pish posh [interjection]

used to express disagreement with an idea, statement, or opinion as unimportant, silly, or not worth serious consideration

Ex: Pish posh , there 's no way that can happen ; it 's pure fantasy .

pig's ass [interjection]

used to express disbelief or rejection of a statement

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Behavior & Approach
Foresight & Prudence	Overreaction	Tact	Being Tactful
Improvisation & Compromise	Behaving Politely	Lack of Care or Consideration	Without Care or Thought
Reacting or Demanding	Conversational Responses	Showing Surprise	Paying or Getting Attention
Not Paying Attention	Offensive Behavior	Reaction & Response	Jealousy & Competition
Harsh & Strict Treatment