Phrases & Expressions

To be very busy; to have too many tasks to do.

• I have my hands full with this project.
• She has her hands full with three young children.

To be allowed to do something by someone in authority.

• You have permission to leave early today.
• She doesn't have permission to enter this room.

to undergo a medical operation

• He had surgery on his knee.
• She had to have surgery last week.

To find it hard to do something.

• I have trouble understanding her accent.
• She has trouble with the new software.

To have or enjoy two good things that cannot exist together.

• You can't have your cake and eat it too.
• He wants a promotion but not more work; he can't have his cake and eat it.

Fats that are beneficial for your health, such as those found in avocados, nuts, and olive oil.

• Avocado is a good source of healthy fat.
• Include healthy fats in your daily diet.

To learn news or information through informal communication, often from one person to another.

• I heard it on the grapevine that they are getting married.
• Nobody told me officially; I just heard it on the grapevine.

A very kind and generous nature.

• She always helps others; she has a heart of gold.
• He's a bit rough, but he has a heart of gold.

A toast made to oneself and one's friends.

• Here's to us, we finally finished the project!
• Here's to us, may we always be friends.

A toast made to honor someone.

• Here's to you, my dear friend!
• Here's to you and your success!