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General idioms that span a wide range of everyday topics.

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save your breath

to refrain from wasting effort trying to convince someone

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saved by the bell

to be rescued from a difficult situation at the last moment

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say cheese

to smile when having a photo taken

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say no more

used to indicate that no further explanation is needed or that the speaker understands

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say the quiet part loud

to openly express a thought or opinion that is usually kept private or unspoken

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say the word

to indicate that someone can ask for help or support whenever they need it

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say uncle

to give up or surrender, often in a playful context

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say what

to express disbelief or confusion, often in response to something surprising

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say when

to indicate that someone can stop or proceed at their discretion

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say your piece

to share your thoughts or opinions openly

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scare straight

to reform someone by exposing them to a harsh reality, often used in the context of juvenile rehabilitation

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scared shitless

to be extremely frightened or terrified

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