Opinion - Point of View

Explore English idioms regarding points of view with examples like "put out feelers" and "moot point".

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long story short

[phrase]

used to indicate that one is not giving all the details of what happened but only the main points

Ex: Long story short, the team won the championship in the final seconds of the game .

to put out feelers

[phrase]

to ask some questions in order to figure out what someone is thinking of or what their opinion about a particular person or thing is

Ex: The couple putting out feelers to see if any of their friends would be interested in adopting their dog .

the other side of the coin

[phrase]

a different way of thinking or approaching a situation

Ex: Living in a city offers many advantages, such as access to diverse cultures and entertainment options, but the flip side of the coin is that it can also be more expensive and crowded than living in a rural area.

to coin a phrase

[phrase]

said before using a famous, overused, or made-up phrase

Ex: Reflecting on the unexpected turn of events, she noted, "Life is, to coin a phrase, a roller coaster with its ups and downs."

to hold the floor

[phrase]

to be brave or sociable enough to deliver a lengthy public speech without allowing any interruption

Ex: During the town hall meeting, community members were given the opportunity to hold the floor and share their perspectives on the proposed changes to local zoning laws.

or else

[phrase]

used to imagine how things would be if the situation was different

Ex: You know I really care about youor else I would n’t be here .

the other way around

[phrase]

used to emphasize that the exact opposite of what is said is true

Ex: Typically , people buy a house and then acquire furniture , but in their case , itthe other way around; they furnished their home before finalizing the purchase .

give and take

[phrase]

a situation in which two parties exchange ideas in order to find the best solution or approach to something

Ex: The political debate showcased a healthy give and take of ideas, as candidates discussed various perspectives to address the issues at hand.

to get a word in edgewise

[phrase]

to manage to state one's opinions regarding something after or in the middle of someone else's prolonged speech

Ex: At the crowded networking event, I tried to share my experiences with others, but it felt impossible to get a word in edgewise with the constant buzz of conversation.

hot potato

[noun]

a difficult or controversial issue or topic that is uncomfortable or risky to handle

Ex: The employee 's misconduct allegation turned into hot potato for the HR department , requiring careful handling to avoid legal repercussions .

for the record

[phrase]

used before stating a fact that one wants someone to know or remember

Ex: Let me, for the record, make it clear that the research findings were based on extensive data analysis and rigorous methodology.

moot point

[noun]

a subject about which there are different opinions or disagreements

Ex: Arguing about who is responsible for the mistake is moot point; our priority is fixing it and preventing similar issues in the future .

to broaden one's horizons

[phrase]

to expand one's knowledge, experiences, or perspectives, often by exploring new places, ideas, or cultures, with the aim of gaining a broader understanding of the world

Ex: Engaging in meaningful conversations with people from diverse backgrounds can expand your mind and widen your understanding of the world.

tunnel vision

[noun]

a state when a person gets too focused on one thing, which can cause them to miss other important things

Ex: The student's tunnel vision on achieving the highest grades caused them to disregard the importance of personal growth and exploration of other subjects.

in a bad light

[phrase]

in a way that makes someone look bad or incapable

Ex: The misunderstanding between the two friends was blown out of proportion, painting their friendship in a bad light.

in a good light

[phrase]

in a way that highlights someone's positive qualities or capabilities

Ex: The teacher's positive reinforcement and encouragement helped the students view themselves in a good light, boosting their confidence and motivation.

for my money

[phrase]

used to express one's opinions or beliefs

Ex: For my money, this book is the most thought-provoking and well-written piece of literature I 've read in years .

frame of mind

[phrase]

a temporary state of feeling that causes one to have a particular set of emotions, beliefs, and behaviors toward a particular person or thing

Ex: He approached the task with a frame of mind, determined to overcome any obstacles .

in one's eyes

[phrase]

according to one’s opinion

Ex: In the eyes of the child, the world was a magical place.

to read from the same page

[phrase]

to have the same thoughts, ideas, opinions, etc. about something

Ex: The project manager emphasized the need for the entire team to read from the same page to maintain consistency in their work.

to sing from the same hymn book

[phrase]

to express the same opinions or have the same understanding as someone else

Ex: The married couple always know how to sing from the same hymn book, even when they're arguing.

in a nutshell

[Adverb]

used to summarize or describe something briefly

Ex: The projectin a nutshell, aims to increase efficiency by streamlining processes and reducing costs .

Opinion
Agreement or Approval	Disagreement or Disapproval	Criticism	Rebuke
Expressing Opinions	Discussion	Point of View	Making a Point
Thoughts & Assumptions	Argument	Quarrel

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