Noddy Work Idiom American Expressions and American Idioms

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Noddy work What does Noddy work mean?	(UK) Unimportant or very simple tasks are noddy work.
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get into the wrong hands What does "get into the wrong hands" mean?	something secret or dangerous is discovered by someone who should not have it	The teacher was careful that the test answers did not get into the wrong hands.
Sleight of hand What does "Sleight of hand" mean?	Sleight of hand is the ability to use your hands in a clever way, like a magician performing tricks you can't see.
favorite son What does "favorite son" mean?	a political candidate supported by his home area	We voted for the candidate because he is the favorite son of our state.
Feather in your cap What does "Feather in your cap" mean?	A success or achievement that may help you in the future is a feather in your cap.

ace What does "ace" mean?	make an "A" on a test, homework assignment, project, etc.	"Somebody said you aced the test, John. That's great!"
Bottoms up! What does "Bottoms up!" mean?	everybody should drink now (this expression is used at the end of a drinking toast)	"Bottoms up," our host said at the beginning of the dinner.
In a tick What does "In a tick" mean?	(UK) If someone will do something in a tick, they'll do it very soon or very quickly.
make a pitch (for someone or something) What does "make a pitch (for someone or something)" mean?	attempt to promote/sell/advance someone or something	The city made a pitch for more money from other levels of government to help build a new sports stadium.
legs What does "legs" mean?	ground soldiers; unit that is neither mechanized nor airborne

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Noddy Work Idiom