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Idioms - Exercise 20

Directions: In each of the following sentences, a common expression--an idiom--can replace the word or phrase in parentheses. In the blank below each sentence, write the idiom defined by the word or phrase in parentheses. When you are finished, click the "Check My Work" button at the bottom of the page to check your answers. Choose from the following expressions:

at least call up eat out get over

hold off keep track of let down look forward to

make up one's mind on the verge of take after think over

1. Ellen (decided) to finish reading the book that afternoon.


2. Happiness is (earning money to live on) by doing what you love.


3. I need some time to (consider) your question.


4. Some people (keep a record of) medical expenses for tax purposes.


5. When I (recover) from this flu, we should see a movie.


6. To avoid washing dishes, the Smith's (ate at a restaurant).


7. Ryan is (anticipating with pleasure) his high school graduation.


8. I hope the rain (delays) until we finish our picnic.


9. Michael (telephoned) his sister to share the good news.


10. The actor does not want to (disappoint) his fans.

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