Phrases & Expressions

a very easy decision or task

• Taking the job was a no-brainer.
• It's a no-brainer — go for it!

A very cheap deal or purchase that gives you great value.

• At that price, it's a steal!
• The laptop was on sale for half price; it was a steal!

Listening very carefully and with full attention.

• Go on, I'm all ears.
• Tell me what happened; I'm all ears.

Something important or serious.

• Don't worry, it's no big deal.
• Passing the driving test was a big deal for her.

To not do something you planned, or not meet someone you arranged to meet.

• He blew off the meeting to watch the game.
• She blew me off at the last minute.

To earn a particular amount of money from a job.

• He brings home a good salary.
• She brings home about two thousand pounds a month.

A response indicating that things are going well enough, without any major problems.

• "How are you doing?" — "Can't complain. Busy but good."
• My health is fine, can't complain.

To contribute money or effort to a group or cause.

• Everyone chipped in a few dollars for the present.
• We all chipped in to pay for the meal.

Used to ask someone to repeat what they just said because you did not hear or understand.

• Come again? I didn't hear you.
• Sorry, come again? Could you speak up?

To laugh a lot, or to make someone laugh a lot.

• His joke cracked me up.
• We all cracked up when the dog stole his sandwich.