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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English idioms related to Behavior & Approach

cut it out

[sentence]

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

Ex: Cut it out, we're in a library, and you're being too loud.

more power to one's elbow

[sentence]

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

Ex: You're doing a great job with your new business venture.More power to your elbow!

enough said

[interjection]

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

Ex: I've explained my position, and I don't think there's anything more to add.Nuff said.

for Christ's sake

[interjection]

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

Ex: For goodness' sake, can you pass me the salt?

perish the thought

[sentence]

used to show strong disagreement

Ex: Imagine if we lost our jobs!""Perish the thought!We have job security.

slow off the mark

[phrase]

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

Ex: In the fast-paced world of startups, being slow off the mark can lead to missed opportunities for growth.

to not turn a hair

[phrase]

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

Ex: Even though the accident was quite serious, the experienced paramedic didn't turn a hair as he assessed the situation.

to not bat an eye

[phrase]

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

Ex: When he revealed his extraordinary talents, she couldn't help but bat an eye in amazement.

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: The civil rights leader advocated for nonviolent resistance, emphasizing the importance of turning the other cheek in the face of injustice.

to take something in good part

[phrase]

to refrain from becoming upset about or offended by something

Ex: The team encountered unexpected challenges during the project, but they took them in good part and worked together to overcome them.

to give somebody the runaround

[phrase]

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

Ex: The customer service representative should have resolved the issue, but instead, they gave the customer the runaround, causing frustration.

with open arms

[phrase]

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

Ex: The organization accepted the new ideas with open arms, recognizing their potential for positive change.

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

Ex: While discussing the book's central theme, she went off on a tangent about the author's background and other unrelated topics.

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