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Everyday Life - Experiment & Exploration
Discover how English idioms like "test the waters" and "itchy feet" relate to experiment and exploration in English.
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to live out of a suitcase
[phrase]
to briefly live in one or several places, without ever unpacking one's luggage, often due to not having a permanent place to live or stay in
Ex: The musician's busy touring schedule means he has to live out of a suitcase for most of the year.
itchy feet
[noun]
a strong urge to travel or leave somewhere
Ex: Even though she had a comfortable home , her itchy feet drove her to go on a backpacking adventure across Europe .
on the road
[phrase]
in an active state of travel by car, bus, or other form of transportation
Ex: Retiring early, they decided to be on the road, exploring different countries and cultures in their motorhome.
the call of the wild
[phrase]
the instinctive desire to return to a more primitive, untamed way of life, often associated with the wilderness or natural world
Ex: In literature and film, characters often heed the call of the wild, embarking on journeys that lead them to discover their true selves in the wilderness.
to hit the road
[phrase]
to leave a location, usually to embark on a journey or trip
Ex: With a sense of anticipation, they fueled up the RV and prepared to hit the road for their summer vacation.
to test the waters
[phrase]
to examine the chances of something's success before trying it
Ex: In negotiations, it's often wise to test the waters by proposing initial terms to see how the other party responds before finalizing an agreement.
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