I'm sure you've seen in the title, you are going  to learn 111 idioms, but actually there might be  

a couple more in there. You'll have to see. Now  I'm sure you've got ants in your pants. I'm sure  

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let's get started with the idioms. So to make  this easier for you and more comprehensive, I've  

separated today's idioms into various categories  so that everything is nice and organised for you.  

It also looks beautiful in the e-book. My aim  is to train you to have idioms ready for any  

situation. I think that the best place to start  is to learn some idioms to talk about different  

levels of happiness and excitement. Number  one, in seventh heaven, this means extremely  

happy or joyful. She was in seventh heaven  after finding out she was pregnant. Two, to  

paint the town red. To go out and enjoy oneself by  engaging in lively activities. After their exams,  

Oliver and his mates decided to paint the town  red by hitting as many pubs as they could. Three,  

over the moon. This means extremely delighted or  thrilled. When he received his dream job offer, he  

was over the moon with excitement. Four, similar,  on cloud nine. This is a state of complete  

happiness or euphoria. Tabitha was on cloud nine  when she found out her mum was coming for a visit.  

Five, on top of the world. Feeling extremely  successful, confident and happy. I just landed the  

lead part in a play; I'm on top of the world. Six,  to have a whale of a time. To have an extremely  

enjoyable and exciting time. During their  vacation, they had a whale of a time exploring the  

beautiful beaches. And seven, to have the time of  one's life. To have an exceptionally enjoyable or  

memorable experience. With the wind in their hair  and the ocean beneath their boards, they surfed  

having the time of their lives. Full of the joys  of spring. This is slightly more old fashioned.  

To be extremely happy, cheerful or full of  enthusiasm. Even though the rain showed no signs  

of letting up, she sat in her cosy chair with her  book full of the joys of spring. Nine, to make  

One's day. This is to greatly please or delight  someone. Receiving a handwritten letter from her  

favourite author made her day. And number 10, to  conclude this section in raptures about or over,  

in raptures about, in raptures over. In a state  of extreme delight or excitement about something.  

The audience was in raptures over the hilarious  performance by the improv comedy act. Let's move  

on to our next topic. We also like to use idioms  to talk about our overall health, so let's have a  

look at some of my favourites. We have number 11,  to kick the bucket. This is to die or pass away.  

No, Bob isn't coming to the reunion; he kicked the  bucket last spring. 12th, a clean bill of health.  

This is a statement or certification of being in  good health. After a thorough medical examination,  

the doctor gave me a clean bill of health. 13,  like death warmed up. Looking extremely ill or  

unhealthy. Sarah caught a terrible cold but went  to work anyway despite looking like death warmed  

up. 14, as fit as a fiddle. This means in  excellent physical health and condition.  

John exercises regularly to remain as fit  as a fiddle at the ripe old age of 86. 15,  

to go under the knife. This is to undergo surgery  or a medical operation. 16, to have one foot in  

the grave. This is to be near death or in very  poor health. After his heart attack, Tom felt  

like he had one foot in the grave and wasn't  about to waste a single moment. 17, to recharge  

one's batteries. This is to take a break and rest  to regain energy and strength. Julia decided it  

was finally time to have a weekend getaway to  recharge her batteries. 18, as right as rain.  

This is in perfect order or condition, perfectly  fine. Although she had been feeling unwell, after  

a good night's sleep, she woke up feeling as right  as rain. Number 19, as fresh as a daisy. This is  

feeling or appearing refreshed and energetic. I  felt as fresh as a daisy after my long shower,  

followed by a warm cup of tea. 20, as pale  as a ghost or as pale as death, not a death,  

as death. This is having a very pale complexion,  often due to fear, illness or shock. The loud  

crashing sound downstairs caused Jane to turn as  pale as a ghost. Number 21, a bag of bones. If  

someone looks like a bag of bones, they are very  thin, typically with prominent bones visible.  

She felt like a bag of bones after losing weight  unintentionally. Okay, next topic. I'm British,  

it's going to be the weather. Weather is always a  big topic here in the UK, so it's no surprise that  

we have loads and loads of idioms that utilise  different natural phenomena. 22, to kick up a  

storm. This is to cause a significant commotion  or controversy. The scandalous revelation kicked  

up a storm of media frenzy sparking intense public  interest. 23, the calm before the storm. This is a  

period of relative peace or tranquillity before  a more turbulent or difficult situation arises.  

The office seemed quiet, but everyone knew it was  just the calm before the storm of the new product  

launch. 24, to steal someone's thunder, this is  to take attention or credit away from someone by  

doing or saying something that outshines or  eclipses their achievement or idea. Phyllis  

had prepared an elaborate surprise, but Jan's  unexpected announcement stole her thunder. 25,  

where there's smoke, there's fire. This  means if there are signs or indications of  

a problem or issue, it is likely that a problem  or issue exists. Rumours about layoffs that the  

company have been circulating and where there's  smoke, there's fire. 26, to throw caution to the  

wind. To act without considering the possible  risks or consequences. Despite the warnings,  

he threw caution to the wind, quite literally and  went skydiving for the first time. 27, to chase  

rainbows. To pursue unrealistic or unattainable  goals or dreams. Instead of focusing on practical  

career options, he spent his life chasing rainbows  and never achieved stability. 28 a storm in a  

teacup. That's so British. We love the weather  and we also love tea. A storm in a teacup. This  

is a situation that is exaggerated or blown out  of proportion making it seem more significant or  

serious than it actually is. The argument between  the colleagues turned out to be a storm in a  

teacup and was quickly resolved. 29, snowed under.  This is overwhelmed with a large amount of work  

tasks or responsibilities. With the approaching  exams, she was completely snowed under and had to  

study late into the night. 30, to have one's head  in the clouds. This is to be daydreaming or not  

paying attention to or not being aware of what is  happening around oneself. During the meeting, Pia  

seemed to have her head in the clouds and didn't  contribute much. 31, to take a rain check. This is  

to decline an offer or invitation at the present  time, but suggest doing it at a later date.  

Sorry, I can't make it tonight. Can I take a rain  check and reschedule? Okay, next topic. Now, I  

tend to catch the travel bug from time to time and  I'm sure a lot of you do too, so let's learn some  

idioms related to travel as well as some idioms  that utilise travel related vocabulary. Starting  

with number 32, thirst for adventure. This is a  strong desire or craving for exciting and daring  

experiences. My group of friends and I planned an  epic road trip to satisfy our collective thirst  

for adventure. 33, off the beaten track. This  means in a remote or less travelled location away  

from the mainstream or popular tourist areas.  They decided to go camping in a small village  

off the beaten track to escape the crowds. 34, to  have itchy feet. This is to have a strong desire  

or restlessness to travel or explore new places.  After staying in the same city for years, we had  

itchy feet and wanted to experience new cultures.  35, to get away from it all. This is to escape  

or to take a break from one's usual routine or  responsibilities, often in search of relaxation.  

Escaping to a remote tropical island is the  perfect way to get away from it all. 36,  

to hit the road. This is to begin a journey or  trip, usually by driving. It's time to hit the  

road and start our next adventure. We can  also use this one to say we are leaving.  

It's time to hit the road, see you tomorrow.  37, hustle and bustle. This is busy and noisy  

activity often associated with a crowded or lively  environment. The city centre was full of hustle  

and bustle with people rushing around. 38, to  catch some rays. This is to spend time in the  

sun often to relax or sunbathe. They headed to the  beach to catch some rays and enjoy the warm summer  

weather. 39, a mile a minute. This is at a very  fast or rapid pace; quickly and energetically.  

She talks a mile a minute but always has something  interesting to say. 40, in the same boat. This  

means in the same situation or predicament as  others, facing a common challenge or circumstance.  

We may have different backgrounds, but during  tough times we're all in the same boat. 41,  

right up one's street. This is perfectly suited  or aligned with one's interests or preferences.  

With her passion for cooking, this culinary  class is going to be right up her street. Okay,  

next topic, time. We also have loads of idioms to  talk about time and getting tasks done. We don't  

have a moment to lose, so let's get on with the  first one. We have 42, round the clock. This means  

all day and all night without stopping. My mum was  a nurse who often worked round the clock to take  

care of her patients. 43, to call it a day or to  call it a night. This is to stop what you're doing  

because you don't want to do anymore or you think  you have done enough. After hours of negotiations  

that were going around in circles, they decided  to call it a night. 44, the moment of truth. This  

is the time when a person or thing is tested or  a decision has to be made. The job interview had  

arrived and it was the moment of truth to showcase  his skills and qualifications. 45, love this one,  

donkey's years. This means a very long time. He's  been telling that same joke for donkey's years,  

but it still manages to get a few laughs. 46, once  in a blue moon. This means very rarely. He doesn't  

heat out often; it only happens once in a blue  moon. 47, round the corner. This is very near or  

happening soon. The deadline for this project is  just round the corner, so we need to pick up the  

pace. 48, like clockwork. This means happening  exactly as planned without any trouble or delay.  

The wedding went like clockwork, with every detail  perfectly timed. Okay, these next three are all  

quite similar in meaning. We have 49, down to the  wire, meaning until the last possible moment. With  

only seconds left on the clock, the game went  down to the wire keeping spectators on edge. 50,  

at the 11th hour. At the last possible moment. The  deal was saved at the 11th hour when an unknown  

investor stepped in with the necessary funds. And  51, in the nick of time. This means just in time  

or at the last possible moment. He arrived at the  airport in the nick of time just as his flight was  

due to depart. Okay, next topic. Who doesn't  enjoy gossiping about love and relationships?  

Well, these idioms will be perfect for your  next chinwag. Let's start with number 52,  

to fall head over heels. This is to fall deeply  in love or to become infatuated with someone  

or something like an animal. When she saw the  adorable puppy, she fell head over heels and knew  

she had to adopt it. 53, the apple of one's eye.  This is someone or something that is cherished or  

highly valued by someone else. His daughter  is the apple of his eye. He adores her. 54,  

to tie the knot. This is to get married or enter  into a formal union. After years of dating,  

they decided it was time to finally tie the knot.  55, to steal one's heart. This is to captivate or  

charm someone in a way that they fall in love or  become deeply attracted. Her infectious laughter  

and warm personality instantly stole his heart.  56, to pop the question. This is to propose  

marriage to someone. With the diamond ring hidden  in his coat pocket, he planned the perfect moment  

to pop the question. 57, to play hard to get.  This is to act uninterested in order to increase  

one's desirability or attractiveness to another  person. It was clear she was interested but she  

couldn't resist playing hard to get, adding  to the excitement. 58, to hit it off with  

someone. This is to have an instant connection or  rapport with someone. From the moment they met,  

they hit it off and became close friends. 59,  to be stood up. This is to be intentionally or  

unexpectedly left waiting for someone who doesn't  show up for a planned meeting or date. Glenda  

arrived at the restaurant eagerly only to be stood  up by her date. And 60, a match made in heaven.  

This is a couple or pairing that is perfectly  suited for each other and seems destined to be  

together. With their shared interests and values,  they truly are a match made in heaven. 61, an old  

flame. This is a past romantic partner or love  interest. When Marsha moved back to her hometown,  

she reconnected with an old flame from sixth form.  Okay, next topic. We have so many color-related  

idioms. You've actually already seen a couple, but  let's go over some of the most common. 62, to get  

the green light. This is to receive permission  to proceed with a project or action. We finally  

got the green light to start the new marketing  campaign. 63, out of the blue. This is suddenly  

and unexpectedly. I hadn't heard from him in  years, but then he called me outta the blue. 64,  

green with envy. This is very jealous or envious.  She was green with envy when she saw her friend's  

new car. 65, to be tickled pink. This is to be  very pleased or amused. Tony was tickled pink  

by the surprise party his friends threw for him  at the office. 66, golden opportunity. This is  

an excellent opportunity that is not likely to  be repeated. This job is a golden opportunity