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What is an idiom? It can be an insult - "He has more brawn than brains." - or a compliment - "She's a real trooper." Idioms add life to our language: "I have ants in my pants." Idioms can cast light on a topic, and they have the power to add color to your language and add punch to your vocabulary. Have FUN WITH IDIOMS, and improve your command of English at the same time!
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What is a proverb? A proverb is a succinct phrase that is used to express a meaning or a shade of meaning. It can be used to convey an idea: "A friend in need is a friend indeed." Or, a proverb might express a caution: "Don't put the cart before the horse." Through the use of lighthearted illustrations and humorous prose, the husband and wife team of John and Ching Yee Smithback demonstrate proverbs that have developed in the English language over...
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