Collocation
That is a good idea.
An expression used to agree with a suggestion or to express approval of a plan or thought.
Definition
'That is a good idea.' is a common English collocation. An expression used to agree with a suggestion or to express approval of a plan or thought.
be + a + good + [noun]
“When Sarah suggested we take a break, I immediately thought, 'That is a good idea.'”
Examples
- When you suggested we carpool to work, I immediately thought, 'That is a good idea.'
- She told him to write down his thoughts, and he nodded, saying, 'That is a good idea.'
- The manager said, 'Taking a short break before the next meeting? That is a good idea.'
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- After discussing the problem, John finally exclaimed, 'A picnic in the park for the team? That is a good idea!'
- I appreciate your suggestion to start saving for retirement early; that is a good idea.
- Instead of arguing, let's try to compromise. Yes, that is a good idea.
- To avoid traffic, we should leave an hour earlier. That is a good idea.
- He proposed we volunteer at the local shelter, and everyone agreed, 'That is a good idea.'
- Given the rain, staying indoors and playing board games? That is a good idea.
- Organizing the documents by date of creation – that is a good idea for efficiency.
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