Phrases & Expressions

A person who gets up or arrives earlier than usual.

• The early bird catches the worm.
• He's an early bird and is always at the gym by 6 a.m.

A common phrase used when asking for a vehicle's fuel tank to be filled completely.

• Could you fill her up, please?
• Fill her up and check the oil.

To start talking about the most important thing, without unnecessary details.

• Please get to the point; we don't have much time.
• He never gets to the point.

To like eating sweet foods very much.

• I have a sweet tooth, so I always eat dessert.
• She has a terrible sweet tooth.

Hold on firmly, often used to tell passengers to brace themselves.

• Hold tight, we are about to take off!
• The driver told everyone to hold tight.

To hope that a situation will have a good result, even if it is uncertain.

• We've done all we can, so now we just have to hope for the best.
• The exam was very difficult, but I hope for the best.

In very good physical condition; healthy and fit.

• She exercises daily and is in great shape.
• He's in great shape for a man his age.

To memorize something perfectly so that you can remember it exactly.

• You need to learn this poem by heart for tomorrow.
• She learned the entire script by heart.

To decide on a course of action after thinking.

• I can't make up my mind which movie to watch.
• She finally made up her mind to accept the job offer.

A phrase used to describe a dog's loyalty and companionship.

• Dogs are often called man's best friend.
• My dog is truly man's best friend.