Dictionary
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- daft as a brush B2 “Daft as a brush” means very silly or foolish, often in an amusing way.
- dime a dozen B2 Used to say something is very common and not valuable or special.
- do a runner B2 To do a runner means to leave suddenly or secretly, especially to avoid paying or taking responsibility.
- dog's dinner B2 A dog's dinner is something that is very messy, badly done, or in a terrible state.
- Don't be a stranger. B2 An informal way to tell someone to stay in touch or visit again soon.
- don't get it twisted Used to warn someone not to misunderstand a situation or to make the speaker’s position very clear.
- Don't get me wrong. B2 Used to clarify that one's previous statement or intention should not be misunderstood or taken negatively.
- don't let them tame you An exhortation or piece of advice to maintain one's independence, wildness, and unique spirit, and to resist attempts b…
- don't sweat it Used to tell someone not to worry or feel guilty about something small.
- double-edged sword C1 A double-edged sword is something that has both benefits and harms at the same time.
- down the line At a later time in the future, often after some delay or further development.
- down to the wire B2 Used to say something is decided or finished only at the last possible moment.
- draw the line B2 To draw the line means to set a clear limit on what you will accept or allow.
- drive up the wall B2 To drive up the wall means to make someone extremely annoyed or frustrated.
- drop the ball B2 To drop the ball means to make a mistake or fail to do something you were responsible for.
- ducks in a row B2 To have everything organized and ready for action.
- easy as pie B1 Used to say that something is very easy to do or understand.
- elbow grease B2 Elbow grease means hard physical work and effort, especially when cleaning or fixing something.
- every dog has its day B2 Everyone gets a chance for success or good luck at some point.
- face the music B2 To accept and deal with the unpleasant consequences of what you have done or a difficult situation.