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Opinion - Expressing Opinions

Dive into English idioms that relate to expressing opinions, like "think outside the box" and "take it from me".

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English idioms related to Opinion
the thing is
the thing is
[phrase]

used to introduce an explanation or a reason for something; often a way of clarifying a situation

Ex: The thing is, my parents like me to be home by ten o'clock. 
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for what it is worth

used before a comment or opinion to indicate that the speaker is sharing it, even though they may not be sure of its value or significance

Ex: I'm not an expert on the matter, but for what it's worth, I think you should consult a professional. 
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[set] in {one's} ways

to refuse to change one's opinions, behaviors, habits, etc.

Ex: My grandfather is set in his ways and refuses to use a smartphone. 
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to [speak] {one's} mind

to express one's opinions in an honest or fearless way

Ex: I'm not afraid to speak my mind, even if it means ruffling some feathers. 
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to [shift] {one's} ground

to adopt a different opinion or point of view, particularly a contradictory one

Ex: I'm not afraid to speak my mind, even if it means ruffling some feathers. 
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to [think] (little|badly|poorly) of {sb}

to have a negative or unfavorable opinion or perception of that person

Ex: The manager's constant criticism made the employees think poorly of him. 
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to [think] nothing of {sth}

to think that something is normal, easy, unimportant, etc., particularly while others think it to be wrong, strange, difficult, important, etc.

Ex: As a seasoned athlete, I think nothing of running a marathon. 
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to [think] outside the box

to think in a creative way in order to come up with original solutions

Ex: The team always thinks outside the box to come up with unique advertisements for all its clients. 
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in a (new|different) light

to perceive or regard someone or something with a new perspective, particularly one that is positive

Ex: After attending the conference, I saw the topic of climate change in a new light, realizing the urgency and importance of taking action. 
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take it from me
take it from me
[sentence]

used to advise someone to trust one's judgment or experience concerning a particular matter

Ex: Take it from me, learning to code is not as difficult as it seems. With dedication and practice, anyone can master it. 
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to take it from {sb}

used to tell someone to accept the word or advice of someone else, particularly someone who is older or more experienced

Ex: Take it from someone who's been there, learning a new language takes time and effort, but it's definitely achievable. 
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gut (feeling|reaction)
gut feeling
[phrase]

a belief that is strong, yet without any explainable reason

Ex: I had a gut feeling that the job interview was going well, and I was right. 
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a word to the wise

used before advising someone or giving them a warning

Ex: A word to the wise: always check the expiration date before consuming food or medication. 
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to [run] deep
to run deep
[phrase]

(of a feeling, problem, or belief) to be really strong or troublesome due to having existed for a long time

Ex: The scars of war run deep in the hearts of the survivors, who still bear the physical and emotional wounds of conflict. 
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straight from the shoulder

saying what is in one's mind in a very forceful yet honest manner

Ex: The manager gave his employees straight from the shoulder feedback, praising their strengths and identifying areas for improvement. 
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to (the best of|) my knowledge

used when one is about to say something that is only based on information they have

Ex: To my knowledge, there have been no reported cases of food poisoning from this restaurant. 
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to [shoot] off {one's} mouth

to continuously talk about something, in a way that seems foolish or careless

Ex: The child got into trouble for shooting off his mouth in class, making rude comments and interrupting the teacher 
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in {one's} bad books

in a state in which one is disliked by someone

Ex: "The student's constant tardiness, coupled with his disruptive behavior in class, landed him firmly in the teacher's bad books. 
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in {one's} good books

in a state in which someone is very pleased with one

Ex: The student stayed out of trouble and completed all his assignments, so he was in the teacher's good books. 
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to [change] {one's} tune

to change one's opinion, attitude, or way of speaking, usually to something very different from before

Ex: He bragged that the test was easy, but when he saw his grade he changed his tune. 
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to [know] where {sb} [stand]

to have an understanding of how one is viewed or valued by another person

Ex: After the candid conversation with the supervisor, Sarah knew exactly where she stood in terms of her performance and potential for advancement. 
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to {not} [have] a good word to say (for|about) {sth}

to have a very negative opinion about someone or something and to be unable to say anything positive or complimentary about them

Ex: The disappointed customer returned the product, saying they had not a good word to say for it, and demanded a full refund. 
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to [hold]  {one's} tongue

to refrain from speaking or expressing one's thoughts or opinions

Ex: Despite his frustration, he held his tongue during the meeting to avoid causing further conflict. 
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