Eight body idioms in English

 

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1. All Ears – this is used when you’re ready and waiting for someone to explain something to you.

• “Ok, Jack. Tell us about how the meeting went. We’re all ears.”

2. The Cold Shoulder – used when you ignore someone or don’t pay them any attention  

• “I don’t know what I’ve done. Ever since I got back from the party, Gillian has given me the cold shoulder“

3. Itchy feet – someone who has itchy feet has a strong impulse to travel or to do something different

• It’s always the same with Angela. After three years with a company she gets itchy feet and has to move on.

4. The long arm of the law – the far-reaching powers of the authorities

• “Tony was eventually caught. He couldn’t escape the long arm of the law.”

5. Old Hand – someone who has done a job or activity for a long time and who does it very well

• James is an old hand in making air fix models. He has been doing it since he was seven years old.

6. Sweet Tooth – someone who loves to eat sweet things

• I simply cannot resist desserts. I have always had a sweet tooth.

7. Elbow Room – Enough space to move or work in.

• “I have absolutely NO elbow room in this kitchen!”

8. Eye-catching – attracts attention

• Jessica looks particularly eye-catching in that dress”.