This is lesson 12 from Idiom Part 4. Each idiom is followed by its definition and examples. After you learn them, you can use them in your daily conversation.
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English Idiom Part 4- Lesson 12- Idioms about Light and Heavy
1- A light bag = A bag that is not heavy or easy to carry.
I packed only essentials so I could travel with a light bag.
2- A heavy suitcase = A suitcase that is difficult to carry due to its weight.
She struggled to lift the heavy suitcase into the car.
3- A light snack = A small amount of food eaten between meals.
I had a light snack before dinner to keep me going.
4- A heavy meal = A large or rich meal, usually hard to digest.
After a heavy meal, I felt too full to move.
5- Light relief = Something humorous or pleasant that provides a break from seriousness.
The comedian provided light relief during the tense debate.
6- A light sleeper = Someone who wakes up easily from sleep.
She’s a light sleeper, so even small noises wake her up.
7- A heavy sleeper = Someone who does not wake up easily.
He’s a heavy sleeper and didn’t hear the thunderstorm at all.
8- A light shower = A brief or gentle rainfall.
We only got caught in a light shower, so we didn’t get too wet.
9- A heavy shower = A short but intense period of rain.
A heavy shower soaked the streets within minutes.
10- Light entertainment = Relaxing, fun, or amusing entertainment, not serious or deep.
I enjoy watching sitcoms as light entertainment after work.
11- Heavy entertainment = Serious or emotionally intense entertainment.
The war documentary was definitely heavy entertainment, not suitable for a relaxing evening.
12- A heavy snack = A substantial snack, almost like a meal.
His idea of a heavy snack is a double cheeseburger and fries.
13- A light meal = A small, easy-to-digest meal.
We had a light meal of salad and soup.
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