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.