Idioms

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run into a brick wall

To encounter an obstacle or problem that seems impossible to overcome.

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no pain, no gain

Used to say that it is necessary to suffer or work hard in order to succeed or make progress.

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the devil is in the details

The phrase “the devil is in the details” implies that things can go wrong if one does not pay careful attention to the small elements of a larger undertaking.

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cut corners

To save money or time when doing something by not including some parts, actions, or details, so that the result is not as good as it could be.

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under (one's) wing

Under one's care, protection.
I was nervous starting a work at my uncle's company, but it definitely made it easier being under his wing.

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pain in the neck

The idiom “pain in the neck” is a common expression used to describe someone or something that causes annoyance or frustration.

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tear one's hair out
pull one's hair out

To be very worried or upset about something.

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silver bullet

A quick and highly effective solution to a complex problem.

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smoke and mirrors

Something that is described as smoke and mirrors is intended to make you believe that something is being done or is true, when it is not.

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bleeding edge

The newest and most advanced part or position especially in technology.
These batteries are on the bleeding edge of technology.

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out of touch

No longer in contact or communication.
John and Mark have been out of touch for years.

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stars aligned

The idiom "the stars aligned" refers to a situation where everything comes together perfectly, as if by fate or destiny. It is often used to describe coincidences or a series of events that lead to a favorable outcome.

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yanking your chain

The phrase "yanking your chain" is commonly used to indicate that someone is teasing or playing a prank on someone else.

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trade-off

Use 'trade-off' when referring to a situation where you have to make a compromise between two things that are opposed to each other.
There is always a trade-off between time and quality in project management.

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rain on your parade

To mention bad news; to give negative information to someone who is happy or excited about something.

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Achilles heel

A small but critical flaw in something otherwise strong.
The software looked perfect, but security issues were its Achilles heel.

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muddy the waters

The idiom muddy the waters means to create confusion or make a situation more complex and difficult to understand than it needs to be.

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going places

To become successful or achieve great things in life or career.
To make steady progress or show promise for future success.
After years of practice, his career is finally going places.

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be in someone's shoes

To be in the situation, usually a bad or difficult situation, that another person is in.

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the early bird catches the worm

That means someone will have an advantage if they do something immediately, or before other people do it.