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General idioms that span a wide range of everyday topics.

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the Big Pond

referring to the Atlantic Ocean, highlighting the distance between the US and Europe

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the Queensberry rules

a set of standards for fair conduct or behavior

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the apple does not fall far from the tree

Children often resemble their parents in behavior or characteristics.

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the author of your own misfortune

to be the one responsible for your own problems

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the ayes have it

indicating that the majority agrees or approves

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the bee's knees

Something or someone that is outstanding or excellent.

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the best of both worlds

Enjoying the advantages of two different situations simultaneously.

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the best thing since sliced bread

Something regarded as a significant improvement or innovation.

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the bigger they are the harder they fall

Those in powerful positions are more susceptible to significant failures.

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the biter bit

Someone experiences the negative consequences of their own actions.

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the bogeyman

An imagined threat or evil used to scare others, especially children.

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the boot is on the other foot

The situation has reversed, with the former underdog now in a position of power.

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