Phrases & Expressions

Very easy to understand; completely obvious.

• Her instructions were crystal clear.
• It's crystal clear that he's lying.

To start eating food eagerly and with enjoyment.

• Dig in before it gets cold!
• The children dug into the cake.

To remove something from the ground by digging.

• We dug up some old coins in the garden.
• The archaeologists dug up the remains of an ancient city.

To jump head first into water.

• The water looked cold, but she took a deep breath and dived in.
• The children ran to the edge of the pool and dived in.

To leave a place in a vehicle.

• He drove off without a word.
• They drove off into the sunset.

To feel comfortable and relaxed in a place or situation.

• I felt at home in the village from the first day.
• The hosts made us feel at home immediately.

A spoken phrase used to tell someone they can start asking questions.

• You have questions? Fire away!
• I'm ready — fire away.

People will be dealt with or served in the order they arrive.

• Tickets are first come, first served.
• It's first come, first served for the best seats.

Used to say that the most important things should be done first.

• You want to work at Lulu's Dance Club? First things first — have you ever worked as a dancer?
• You want to ask your teacher to extend the deadline? First things first, you'd better think of a good excuse.

To fit perfectly; to be exactly the right size and shape.

• This new dress fits me like a glove.
• I tried on the jacket, and it fit like a glove.