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[영어 관용표현] TOO MANY COOKS SPOIL THE BROTH TOO MANY COOKS SPOIL THE BROTH  Meaning The proverb "too many cooks spoil the broth" means that when too many people are involved in completing a task or making a decision, the outcome is likely to be of lower quality or less successful because of confusion, conflicting ideas, or inefficiency.  Example sentences We had a team of ten people working on the project, but it turned out to be a disast..
[영어 관용표현] TO BREAK OUT IN A COLD SWEAT TO BREAK OUT IN A COLD SWEAT  Meaning The phrase "to break out in a cold sweat" means to suddenly start sweating profusely due to fear, nervousness, anxiety, or illness. It implies a sudden and intense reaction that causes the body to produce sweat even though the environment may not be hot.  Example sentences When she realized she had forgotten her passport at home, she broke out in a cold swea..
[영어 관용표현] To turn a blind eye To turn a blind eye  Meaning The phrase "to turn a blind eye" means to deliberately ignore or pretend not to notice something, especially something that is wrong or improper.  Example sentences The manager decided to turn a blind eye to the employee's habitual tardiness because she was his friend.The teacher often turned a blind eye to students cheating on tests because she didn't want to deal w..
[영어 관용표현] PASS WITH FLYING COLOURS PASS WITH FLYING COLOURS  Meaning The idiom "pass with flying colors" means to pass a test, exam, or challenge with great success or outstanding results.  Example sentences Sarah studied diligently for her exams and passed with flying colors.Despite the difficult questions, John passed the interview with flying colors.The team trained hard all season and won the championship match with flying co..
[영어 관용표현] NUTTY AS A FRUITCAKE NUTTY AS A FRUITCAKE  Meaning The phrase "nutty as a fruitcake" is an idiom used to describe someone who is eccentric, crazy, or slightly mad. It implies that the person's behavior or actions are strange or irrational, similar to the idea of a fruitcake being filled with various nuts and fruits.  Example sentences He's as nutty as a fruitcake, always coming up with wild ideas.After staying up al..
[영어 관용표현] Relax! It's Friday! Relax! It's Friday!  Meaning "Relax! It's Friday!" is a phrase often used to encourage someone to unwind and enjoy themselves because it's the end of the workweek and the beginning of the weekend. It implies that it's time to relax, have fun, and let go of the stresses of the week.  Example sentences "You've been working so hard all week, but now it's Friday—relax! It's time to unwind and enjoy ..
[영어 관용표현] ALL HELL BREAKS LOOSE ALL HELL BREAKS LOOSE  Meaning The phrase "all hell breaks loose" is an idiom used to describe a situation where chaos, disorder, or intense activity suddenly erupts. It implies that a calm or stable situation quickly transforms into one of confusion, panic, or uproar.  Example sentences When the referee made a controversial call, all hell broke loose on the soccer field, with players from both ..
[영어 관용표현] A ROLLING STONE GATHERS NO MOSS A ROLLING STONE GATHERS NO MOSS  Meaning The proverb "A rolling stone gathers no moss" suggests that a person who keeps moving, both physically and metaphorically, doesn't accumulate responsibilities, commitments, or attachments. It implies that staying in motion, exploring new things, or being transient prevents one from settling down and experiencing the stability or benefits that come with it..
[영어 관용표현] dressed to kill dressed to kill  Meaning "Dressed to kill" is an idiomatic expression that means to be dressed very stylishly or attractively, often with the intention of making a strong impression or attracting attention. It can also imply dressing in a manner that is provocative or seductive.  Example sentences She walked into the party dressed to kill, turning heads with her elegant gown and sparkling jewelr..
[영어 관용표현] BLIND DATE BLIND DATE  Meaning A "blind date" refers to a social engagement where two people who have not met each other before agree to meet up for a date. Typically, a mutual acquaintance or a matchmaking service arranges the date, and the individuals involved have limited or no information about each other beforehand.  Example sentences I'm nervous about my blind date tonight—I hope we have something in..