Idioms with body parts
A collocation is two or more words that often go together.
Get something off one’s chest
Thanks for listening to me complain about my brother. I needed to get it off my chest.
to tell someone your problems or frustrations
To stick one’s neck out
I stuck my neck out when I bought that antique rug. I hope it's worth more money later on!
to take a risk
Off the top of my head
Off the top of my head, I remember 11 people on the guest list.
information offered quickly, without research or calculation
On the tip of my tongue
His name was on the tip of my tongue, but I needed to ask him.
to be almost able to remember or expressed
To keep at arm’s length
I didn’t trust her, so I kept her at arm’s length.
to avoid being connected to someone or something
Cold shoulder
“Steve would not take to James after their argument. He has given him the cold shoulder.”
To ignore someone
All ears
“I cannot wait to hear what you have to say. I am all ears!”
To give someone their full attention
Like pulling teeth
Getting Bobby to clean his room is like pulling teeth.
to be very difficult
Keep your chin up
Keep your chin up! Things will get better soon.
to try to stay positive when things seem negative
Give someone a hand
Can you give me a hand with this box? It’s too heavy to carry on my own.
Example
to help someone
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