Phrases & Expressions

A very good memory, especially for things that happened long ago.

• She has a memory like an elephant; she remembers every detail.
• My grandmother has a memory like an elephant.

A place to live, especially a basic one that provides shelter.

• They just need a roof over their heads.
• All families deserve a roof over their heads.

Someone or something that is very welcome or pleasing to see.

• After a long trip, the hotel was a sight for sore eyes.
• You're a sight for sore eyes! I've missed you so much.

Having almost no possibility of success or survival.

• The team has a snowball's chance in hell of winning.
• Without more funding, the project has a snowball's chance in hell.

Someone or something that keeps causing problems or annoyance.

• His constant complaints were a thorn in my side.
• The new rules are a thorn in the side of small businesses.

Something that people do not like at first but learn to like over time.

• Blue cheese is an acquired taste for many people.
• His music was an acquired taste, but fans loved it.

On or to the other side of the Atlantic Ocean, used especially by British and North American people.

• My sister lives across the pond in Canada.
• We are planning a trip across the pond next year.

To improve or become more attractive as one gets older.

• She really ages like fine wine.
• Some people age like fine wine.

A situation where success requires achieving the full goal, or failure results in nothing.

• This crowdfunding campaign is all or nothing.
• It's an all or nothing situation for the team.

The fundamental priorities for pilots: fly the aircraft, know where you are, and talk to others.

• In emergencies, remember: Aviate, Navigate, Communicate.
• The mantra is 'Aviate, Navigate, Communicate'.