سلسلة تعلّم العامّية الامريكيّة والمصطلحات الإنجليزيّة

On the ball

To be alert, attentive, and prepared to act quickly or efficiently in a particular situation.

The staff at the hotel were on the ball, quickly resolving any issues guests had during their stay.

With flying colors

To complete something with great success or distinction.

She passed her exams with flying colors, achieving top scores in every subject.

Turn a blind eye

To ignore something intentionally, often ignoring an undesirable situation.

The manager decided to turn a blind eye to his employees' frequent tardiness.

The easy way out

Choosing the least difficult path or solution, often avoiding challenges or responsibilities.

Instead of addressing the underlying issues, he opted for the easy way out and resigned from his position.

How, what, why, etc. on earth...

Expressing disbelief, shock, or puzzlement about something.

How on earth did you manage to solve that puzzle so quickly?

What on earth is that strange noise coming from the attic?

Why on earth would you even consider doing something like that?

In light of (something)

Taking into consideration; in the context of; because of.

In light of recent events, we have decided to implement stricter security measures.

At the end of your rope

Being at the limit of one's patience, resources, or endurance.

After months of job hunting with no success, she felt like she was at the end of her rope.

To the bitter end

Until the very end, no matter how difficult or unpleasant.

Despite the challenges, they remained committed to their cause to the bitter end.

The soldiers fought to the bitter end, even though they were outnumbered and outgunned.

Get off on the right/wrong foot

To make a good/bad start at something, especially a task or relationship.

We got off on the right foot by having a deep conversation on our first date.

They got off on the wrong foot when their initial meeting turned into an argument.

Over the top

Excessive or exaggerated; beyond what is reasonable or necessary.

The decorations for the party were way over the top, with glitter and balloons covering every surface.

At the crack of dawn

Very early in the morning, at the first light of day.

We had to wake up at the crack of dawn to catch the early flight.

Change of heart

A reversal of one's opinion, attitude, or feelings about something.

He was all set to start law school, but at the last minute had a change of heart and decided to pursue his passion for music instead.

They booked a trip to the Bahamas, but then had a change of heart and decided to explore the mountains of Ireland instead.