This is lesson 7 from Idiom Part 3. 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 3- Lesson 7- Idioms about Talking and Communicating
1. Talking to a brick wall = Trying to communicate with someone who doesn’t listen or respond.
I tried explaining the issue to him, but it was like talking to a brick wall.
2. Beating about the bush = Avoiding the main topic, not speaking directly.
Stop beating about the bush and tell me what you really think.
3. Get it off your chest = To say something that has been bothering you.
I finally got it off my chest and told her how I felt.
4. Put in a good word for you = To recommend someone positively.
I’ll put in a good word for you with my manager.
5. Can’t get a word in edgeways = Not able to speak because someone else is talking so much.
She was so chatty that I couldn’t get a word in edgeways.
6. Just between you and me = Meant to be kept confidential.
Just between you and me, I think he’s planning to resign soon.
7. Talking nineteen to the dozen = Talking very quickly and without stopping.
She was talking nineteen to the dozen about her vacation.
8. Heard it on the grapevine = Learned something through gossip or unofficial means.
I heard it on the grapevine that they’re getting married.
9. Breathe a word of this = To tell anyone else (usually in the negative).
Don’t breathe a word of this to anyone!
10. Talk the hind legs off a donkey = To talk excessively.
He can talk the hind legs off a donkey if you let him.
11. On the same wavelength = Thinking the same way or understanding each other well.
We’re totally on the same wavelength when it comes to design ideas.
12. Get straight to the point = Say exactly what you mean without delay.
Please get straight to the point, we don’t have much time.
13. The gift of the gab = The ability to speak well and persuasively.
He’s got the gift of the gab, which is why he’s such a great salesman.
14- Keep someone posted = To regularly give someone the latest information or updates.
Please keep me posted on any changes to the meeting schedule.
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