Phrases & Expressions

To avoid interfering in a situation that is currently stable or calm, especially to prevent trouble.

• I know you're angry, but let sleeping dogs lie.
• It's best to let sleeping dogs lie and not bring up the past.

Very similar in appearance or character.

• The twins are like two peas in a pod.
• My brother and I are like two peas in a pod; we love the same things.

To be in a very fortunate or successful situation.

• He travels the world and gets paid for it; he's living the dream.
• After retiring, she moved to the coast and is now living the dream.

Used to say that you should think carefully about the results before you act.

• You should look before you leap when making big decisions.
• He invested all his money without checking. Look before you leap!

To lose control of one's emotions or behavior in a stressful situation.

• Nicole lost her head after the argument and started yelling at all her friends.
• Remember to stay calm in front of the judge — don't get nervous and lose your head.

To stop knowing where someone or something is, or what is happening.

• I lost track of time while reading.
• He lost track of his keys.

Doing something with great enthusiasm, confidence, and without shame.

• They played their music loud and proud all night.
• She presented her project loud and proud.

To be very rich, used mostly in the negative to refuse to pay for too much.

• He inherited a fortune; he's made of money now.
• You can't expect them to pay for everyone; they aren't made of money.

To earn a very large amount of money.

• Bob's friend Charles made a bundle in the stock market and retired at 45.
• Sara made a bundle selling her old furniture online.

To behave in a way that makes you look foolish or embarrassed.

• Don't make a fool of yourself at the party.
• He made a fool of himself by singing off-key.