Phrases & Expressions

To act in a morally correct way, even if it is difficult or unpopular.

• Even though it was hard, he decided to do the right thing.
• It's important to do the right thing in business.

To do the necessary research or preparation before making a decision or taking action.

• You should do your homework before buying a car.
• Do your homework before investing your money.

To have very ambitious goals or aspirations.

• You have to dream big if you want to succeed.
• She always told her children to dream big.

Everyone will have a moment in their life when they are successful or lucky.

• Don't worry about failing this time; every dog has its day.
• He was a nobody for years, but every dog has its day.

To feel sad, unhappy, or depressed.

• She's been feeling blue since her friend moved away.
• I often feel blue on rainy days.

To feel normal and healthy again after an illness or period of feeling unwell.

• After the surgery, she started to feel like herself again.
• The medication helped him feel like himself again.

feeling sad or unhappy

• I'm feeling blue today.
• Why are you feeling blue?

To perform well or successfully until the very end of a task or competition.

• The runner managed to finish strong and win the race.
• Let's finish strong this semester with our final projects.

To be extremely cold.

• I'm freezing my butt off out here!
• We will freeze our butts off if we don't find shelter.

Lively, cheerful and eager to be active.

• The kids are full of beans this morning.
• He's always full of beans after his morning coffee.