the morning Ex: Harish took the red eye from California to New York last night and now he is exhausted. . Tickled pink – to be extremely pleased Ex: My aunt was tickled pink that you called on her birthday. .
Black as a skillet – used to describe something that is very dirty, black with dirt Ex: You clothes are as black as a skillet after cleaning the car. . Blue collar – used to describe men used as labourers or factory workers Ex: The company got rid of a lot of the blue-collar workers during the recession. .
Browned off – to be bored or annoyed with someone or something Ex: Children are always browned off when their neighbour comes to visit. . White wash something – to cover up our faith or wrongdoings Ex: The organization was accused of trying to white wash the scandal over charity pay outs. .
A yellow streak – someone who has cowardice in their character Ex: My neighbour has a yellow streak and he will not help me, if I have problem. . Grey matter – brains, intelligence Ex: I wish my brother would use his grey matter more effectively when he is planning something. .
In black and white – in writing, officially Ex: Put down your complaint in black and white. 12th Communicative English Book.indb Appendix Page . Black and blue – bruised Ex: My shoulder was black and blue after I fell down. ) Idioms associated with insects, animals .
Open a can of worms – create a whole new set of problems Ex: That discussion of yours will open a can of worms. . The world is your oyster – you have many good opportunities in front of you Ex: Mohan has graduated from a wonderful university, so the world is his oyster! .
Watching like a hawk – watching something very closely Ex: The hostel warden watches the students like a hawk. . Mad as a hornet – very angry or furious Ex: My sister was as mad as a hornet, when we broke