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General idioms that span a wide range of everyday topics.

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take the red pill

To become aware of a harsh reality or truth.

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take the shadow for the substance

To confuse appearance with reality.

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take time by the forelock

To seize an opportunity promptly.

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take to the hills

to escape quickly from a dangerous situation

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talk in circles

To speak in a confusing or convoluted manner.

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talk is cheap

Words alone do not hold value without action.

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talk of the devil

Said when someone appears unexpectedly while being talked about.

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talk the hind leg off a donkey

To talk excessively, often about trivial matters.

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talk the legs off a pot

To talk endlessly, often without making much sense.

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talk the talk

To speak confidently about something, often without having the experience to back it up.

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talk through one's hat

to make nonsensical statements or claims without basis

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talk to a brick wall

To speak to someone who is unresponsive or unwilling to listen.

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