the person that you are married to or having a romantic relationship with
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the lady you are officially married to
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the man you are officially married to
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the daughter of one's stepfather or stepmother from a previous relationship
a brother that shares only one biological parent with one
one's brother or sister
someone with whom one works
a friend that one has a strong relationship with
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someone who is living next to us or somewhere very close to us
a person whom one knows but is not a close friend
to discover, meet, or find someone or something by accident
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to unexpectedly meet someone, particularly someone familiar
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to completely agree with someone and understand their point of view
The idiom "see eye to eye" originated from the visual metaphor of two people looking directly into each other's eyes, suggesting a shared perspective or agreement. This idiomatic expression is used to emphasize finding common ground or having a mutual understanding with someone.
to form an opinion or make a judgment about something or someone based solely on its outward appearance or initial impression
The idiom "judge a book by its cover" originated from the literal act of forming an opinion or making an assessment about a book based solely on its outer appearance, without considering its content or true value. Figuratively, it signifies the tendency of people to form hasty judgments or make assumptions about someone or something based on superficial or initial impressions. In other words, this phrase is used to emphasize the importance of looking beyond outward appearances and taking the time to understand the true nature or qualities of a person or thing before making a judgment.
to send and receive messages on an online platform
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to talk about the private lives of others with someone, often sharing secrets or spreading untrue information
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brief and polite conversation about random subjects, often in a social setting
The idiom "small talk" refers to casual and light conversation, typically about unimportant or trivial topics. It originates from the idea of engaging in chit-chat or informal discussions that do not delve into significant or substantial matters. Small talk serves as a way to establish rapport, break the ice, or maintain social interaction without delving into deeper, more serious subjects.
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to give someone a sign of welcoming or a polite word when meeting them
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a comment on a person's looks, behavior, achievements, etc. that expresses one's admiration or praise for them
to talk with excessive pride about one's achievements, abilities, etc. in order to draw the attention of others
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to speak in a low or unclear voice, often so that the words are difficult to understand
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to speak in a louder voice
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to speak to someone in a way that suggests they are inferior or less intelligent than the speaker
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involving artists or their work
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