Behavior & Approach - Reaction & Response

Discover how English idioms like "with open arms" and "go off on a tangent" relate to reactions and responses in English.

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cut it out [sentence]

used to tell someone to stop annoying one with their action or behavior

Ex: I 've had enough of your teasing — cut it out !

more power to {one's} elbow [sentence]

used to express support, encouragement, or admiration for someone's efforts

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enough said [interjection]

used to say that there is no need for one to say more or offer more details

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for (Christ's|God's|goodness') sake [interjection]

used when one is angry, frustrated, or surprised by something

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perish the thought [sentence]

used to show strong disagreement

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slow off the mark [phrase]

slow to start or react to a situation, often leading to a disadvantage or delay in progress

Ex: She 's a talented athlete , but she tends to be slow off the mark during sprint races .

to {not} [turn] a hair [phrase]

to stay calm regardless of the situation one is in or things that happened

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to {not} [bat] an eye [phrase]

to show no sign of worry or surprise when something unexpected occurs

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to [turn] the other cheek [phrase]

to respond to an offense with patience, forgiveness, and a peaceful attitude instead of retaliating or seeking revenge

Ex: In situations of bullying , it 's often encouraged to teach children to turn the other cheek and seek help from a trusted adult .

to [take] {sth} in good part [phrase]

to refrain from becoming upset about or offended by something

Ex: Although the sudden change in our travel plans was inconvenient , we took it in good part and found an alternative solution .

to [give] {sb} the runaround [phrase]

to deny someone a definite answer to something or refuse to offer them help

Ex: I tried to get information about the delay in my flight , but the airline staff gave me the runaround , and I still do n't know what 's happening .

with open arms [phrase]

in a way that shows willingness to accept new ideas or welcome people

Ex: When I returned home after my long trip , my family greeted me with open arms .

to [go] off on a tangent [phrase]

to begin talking about a subject that is not in any way related to the original topic that is being discussed

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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