Twofer Idiom American Expressions and American Idioms

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twofer What does twofer mean?	two items for the price of one
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get away What does "get away" mean?	to succeed in leaving, to escape	I was able to get away from work early so I went shopping.

keep one's eyes open What does "keep one's eyes open" mean?	to remain alert and watchful, to notice what is happening around you	I always try to keep my eyes open when I am walking downtown at night.
no prob What does "no prob" mean?	idiom. no worries or concerns; everything is fine
a slap in the face What does "a slap in the face" mean?	an insult	Not getting a promotion was a slap in the face for the sales manager.
blow one's nose What does "blow one's nose" mean?	to use the air from one's lungs to clear one's nose	I took some tissue from my pocket so I could blow my nose.
feel puny What does "feel puny" mean?	feel unwell, ill.	"Ted was feeling puny yesterday, so he decidednot to go to work."
So it goes What does "So it goes" mean?	This idiom is used to be fatalistic and accepting when something goes wrong.

put one's back into (something) What does "put one's back into (something)" mean?	to use great physical or mental energy to do something	We put our backs into trying to move the freezer out of the basement.
Golden rule What does "Golden rule" mean?	The golden rule is the most essential or fundamental rule associated with something. Originally, it was not a general reference to an all purpose first rule applicable to many groups or protocols, but referred to a verse in the Bible about treating people they way you would want them to treat you, which was considered the First Rule of behavior towards all by all.
have the courage of one's convictions What does "have the courage of one's convictions" mean?	have enough courage and determination to carry out one's goals	The man has the courage of his convictions and will only do what he feels is right.

American Idioms and Expressions

Twofer Idiom