17 Too Real Idioms to Start Using More Often ...

By Holly

17 Too Real Idioms to Start Using More Often  ...

There are some idioms that actually speak the truth. That's why you should take the time to stop and think about what they really mean. You should use these idioms more often, because they give you important life advice:

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1

It Takes Two to Tango

It Takes Two to Tango This is why you shouldn't save all of your anger for the woman who has been sleeping with your man. It takes two to tango, which means it's his fault, too.

2

Don’t Bite off More than You Can Chew

Don’t Bite off More than You Can Chew This is the same as saying you shouldn't put too much on your plate at once. In other words, you don't want to stress yourself out by taking on more responsibilities than you can handle.

3

Burn the Midnight Oil

Burn the Midnight Oil This is what you're doing whenever you wait until the last second to write an essay. When you do work overnight with the last of your energy, you're burning the midnight oil.

4

Blessing in Disguise

Blessing in Disguise When something bad happens, it might actually be a good thing. You never know.

5

Don't Cry over Spilt Milk

Don't Cry over Spilt Milk This means that you shouldn't get too upset over the little things. They don't deserve your stress.

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6

Don’t Put All Your Eggs in One Basket

Don’t Put All Your Eggs in One Basket You don't want to rely on your plan A. You should always have a plan B, as well.

7

Every Cloud Has a Silver Lining

Every Cloud Has a Silver Lining Whenever something bad happens, there's always something good that comes out of it. You just have to look for it.

8

Let Sleeping Dogs Lie

Let Sleeping Dogs Lie This means that you shouldn't stir up trouble when the problem is over and done with. Let the past stay in the past.

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This idiom is often used to caution against bringing up old issues or conflicts that have already been resolved. It emphasizes the importance of moving on and leaving the past behind. It can also refer to avoiding unnecessary drama or conflict by not digging into sensitive topics or bringing up past grievances. The phrase originated in the 14th century and has been used in various forms throughout history. It is believed to have been derived from the idea of letting a sleeping dog rest, as disturbing it could result in unexpected consequences. This idiom is commonly used in everyday conversations and can be applied to various situations, reminding us to let go of the past and focus on the present.

9

Take It with a Grain of Salt

Take It with a Grain of Salt Don't take everything to heart. If someone makes a mean comment about you, let it roll off of your back without thinking too much into it.

10

Taste of Your Own Medicine

Taste of Your Own Medicine If you're mean to someone, they might be mean back to you. You're getting a taste of your own medicine, so you can know what it's like to be treated poorly.

11

Don’t Add Insult to Injury

Don’t Add Insult to Injury If someone is hurt, don't make them feel even worse by being nasty to them. Just leave them alone.

12

No Horse in This Race

If you don't have a horse in the race, you shouldn't be involved. In other words, if someone's problem has nothing to do with you, stay out of it.

13

Shooting Fish in a Barrel

Shooting Fish in a Barrel This refers to something that isn't challenging, like shooting fish inside of a barrel.

14

Get off Your High Horse

Get off Your High Horse You shouldn't think you're superior to everyone else. Your friends are just as talented as you are.

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Don’t Make a Mountain out of a Molehill

Don’t Make a Mountain out of a Molehill This means that you shouldn't turn a tiny problem into a huge one. If it's not that big of a deal, don't be dramatic.

16

A Watched Pot Never Boils

A Watched Pot Never Boils If you're waiting for something to happen, it'll feel like it's taking forever. It's better to keep yourself busy and stop focusing so much on that one specific thing.

17

A Woman’s Work is Never Done

A Woman’s Work is Never Done No matter how much you get done in a day, there's always more to do. That's the way life is.

These cliche lines actually give you amazing pieces of advice. What's your favorite idiom of all time?

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Don't get the last one, especially the image, like they should sexually satisfy guys at nite?!!!

I've used most of these, I do live in the South, where we practically speak in idioms! Lol I always "I don't have a dog in this fight" instead of the horse reference. These were great ones. Thanks for sharing!

I have started using ol of them now ...

There's a silver lining in every cloud... That's my fav!

Let bygones be bygones

Exactly!!!!

Very useful, especially if English is not your native language. Thanks!

Tit for tat

Indeed these idioms are very helpful and helps one to think in a practical way!

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