This is lesson 21 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 21- Idioms Using “Something”, “Anything” or “Nothing”
1. Nothing to write home about = Not particularly impressive or special.
The meal was okay, but nothing to write home about.
2. Nothing much = Not a lot; very little or nothing significant.
“What’s going on?”, “Nothing much, just relaxing.”
3. Nothing ventured, nothing gained = You have to take risks to achieve something.
I knew it was a long shot, but I applied anyway nothing ventured, nothing gained.
4. Nothing doing = Absolutely not; refusal to agree.
I asked if I could borrow his car, but he said, “Nothing doing!”
5. Nothing to choose between them = Two or more options are very similar in quality.
Both candidates are qualified there’s nothing to choose between them.
6. To say nothing of = Used to add extra emphasis by mentioning something in addition to what has already been said.
The hike was exhausting, to say nothing of the scorching heat.
7. Nothing in particular = No specific thing.
“What are you looking for?” — “Nothing in particular, just browsing.”
8. Nothing short of = Emphasizes that something is very extreme or impressive.
Her performance was nothing short of spectacular.
9. Nothing for it = No other option or solution.
The train was cancelled, so there was nothing for it but to wait.
10. Nothing to do with (me) = Not related or connected to the speaker.
Don’t blame me for the mistake, it had nothing to do with me.
11. Pull the plug on something = To stop or end something abruptly, especially funding or support.
The company pulled the plug on the project due to budget cuts.
12. Tailor something to your needs = To customize or adapt something for a specific purpose or person.
This App allows you to tailor the settings to your needs.
13. At your fingertips = Easily accessible or available.
With the internet, anything you need is at your fingertips.
14. Turn her hand to= To be able to do many different things well.
She’s so talented, she can turn her hand to almost anything, from painting to coding.
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