Busmans Holiday Idiom American Expressions and American Idioms

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busman's holiday What does busman's holiday mean?	a holiday where you spend your time doing the same thing that you would do if you were working	The doctor felt that he was on a busman's holiday when everyone at the meeting began to ask him about their medical problems.
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fill out (something) What does "fill out (something)" mean?	to write down the facts that are asked for (in a report/form etc.)	We were asked to fill out the forms before we could have an interview for the job.
play doctor What does "play doctor" mean?	engage in sexual activity (mostly said and done by children)
yellow streak What does "yellow streak" mean?	cowardice in a person`s character	He has a yellow streak and will not help defend his friends.
War of words What does "War of words" mean?	A war of words is a bitter argument between people or organisations, etc.
Fat cat What does "Fat cat" mean?	A fat cat is a person who makes a lot of money and enjoys a privileged position in society.
not so hot What does "not so hot" mean?	to be not very good	I have been feeling not so hot lately because I had a cold last week.

a copycat What does "a copycat" mean?	someone who copies another person`s work etc.	The boy is a copycat and often copies the other students' work.
in progress What does "in progress" mean?	taking place at this time	The meeting is now in progress so we can't enter the room.

American Idioms and Expressions

Busmans Holiday Idiom