Phrases & Expressions

To manage or live without something that you need or want.

• We had to go without electricity for two days.
• She can't go without her morning coffee.

To have more important or urgent matters to deal with.

• I can't help you now, I have bigger fish to fry.
• She felt she had bigger fish to fry than arguing.

Used to politely suggest an idea or option that the listener may not have considered.

• Have you considered moving?
• Have you considered a different approach?

Your health is more valuable than money.

• My grandmother always told us that health is wealth.
• After his illness, he finally understood that health is wealth.

Applying the brakes forcefully and suddenly to stop a vehicle quickly.

• Heavy braking is needed to avoid the obstacle.
• The accident was caused by heavy braking.

To go to bed, often because you are tired.

• I'm tired, I'm going to hit the hay.
• It's late, time to hit the hay.

To go to bed, often because you are tired.

• I'm going to hit the sack early tonight.
• After dinner, I hit the sack.

Used to express a strong wish, often about something that is impossible or unlikely.

• If only I had more time.
• If only she were here.

in a difficult situation

• I'm in a pickle.
• He's in a real pickle.

Being well taken care of by a competent or trustworthy person.

• Don't worry — your dog will be in good hands while you're on vacation.
• You're in good hands with Tony — he's an excellent driver.