B Idioms 1/2

Yesterday I was moving to my new flat at the other end of the building. So I had to walk back and forth to transfer all my stuff along the corridor all day.

I always thought Bulgaria was a backward country, however, I was positively surprised when I first went to see the country.

It’s just bad luck. You can’t do anything about it.

I was preparing a presentation for today’s meeting and didn’t have time to sleep at all. So I am really tired and have awful bags under my eyes.

I feel like I am a nobody whenever I talk to him.

I think Sam is a perfect match for the role.

Sarah is just a tool in his hands, she can’t make any decisions on her own.

She is always all smiles. It’s a pleasure to have her around.

I am useless at all arts and crafts. I am all thumbs.

She got accepted into both Oxford and Cambridge and is really at a loss what to do. They are both amazing universities.

I feel like I’m at my wits’ end.

My last idea for the project was not accepted. I put so much work into it and now I am back at square one. I hate starting all over again with the project. It will take ages.

I am currently between jobs and have quite a lot of time on my hands.

She is totally blind to what he’s really like.

I am due to hand in the paper tomorrow.

It’s absolutely boiling in here. I am simply dying for a glass of ice cold water!

Anna has worked all through her pregnancy. She is expecting a baby in January so she will be leaving work soon I suppose.

I am fully aware of the fact that life will be much tougher in South Africa but I am really looking forward to my year there.

I feel like I am getting on in years.

I can’t believe I was hard done by Peter, out of all the people I know.

I really don’t know what to do, I don’t have much choice, I am in a bind.

I am sorry. I am in a hurry and can’t talk to you at the moment.

She is in such a state, better leave her alone.

I feel like I am in a tight corner at the moment. I don’t have much of a choice as to what to do next.

Sam is already 80 and still feels great. But he’s always been in good heath.

She is in league with Peter professionally.

We are preparing new Christmas Cards for our company but we have to make sure that they are in line with company’s rules and regulations. Otherwise we won’t be able to use them.

I am only an assistant here. I am in no position to make any decisions. You will have to wait for my manager to come back to give you the answer.

Kate was in her element, organising everything.

We are currently in short supply of water, so use sparingly.

Anne and Kate are twin sisters. Anne has always been in Kate’s shadow. Kate has always been the more talented one and was always favoured by their parents.

Now that I have moved into a shared flat, I have to get used to being really quiet in the morning not to wake everyone up. I used to be in the habit of switching the radio on really loud first thing when I got up every day.

Kate, you are in the lead for today.

I am now in the process of writing it all up. It will be ready by tomorrow.

I hate being in the public eye, but that’s a big part of my job.

I totally understand what you mean; we are in the same boat.

The bathroom is now in use, you’ll have to wait.

Sam is always looking for trouble. He will be sorry one day.

I was delivering a speech in front of 100 people and suddenly forgot what to say next. I was simply lost for words for a while.

I was lost in thought when the telephone rang.

The decade was marked by rapid economic growth.

Sam is a master of public speaking.

Don’t even try to ride this bike. It’s way too small for you. It is meant for children aged 5!

I feel like I am more of a hindrance than a help to you.

"– Can I have a look around?
– Be my guest."

Sam is really no match for Tim when it comes to sailing.

I am afraid that my computer is not long for this world.

Laura has never been particularly controversial. Not many people noticed her, but since she dyed her hair blue, she is on everybody’s lips.

I am on very good terms with him so I will talk to him.

No matter what Peter says, Sam is always on his side. He always supports him.

I have been on the dole for the past month, I really need to find a job.

I feel like I am finally on the right track to achieve what I want.

I am on top form at the moment, so I have chances of winning this time.

I have been feeling rather depressed for a while, but now that I found a new and really satisfying job I am myself again.

My mum says that it’s out of the question for me to go on holiday on my own as I am only 15.

I have been out of work for 2 months and now I am struggling financially.

He said long hours were par for the course.

We have to play a waiting game and hope we’ll manage on time.

He was quick on the draw answering the journalist’s questions.

I was ranked third after the competition.

You are right about that, thanks for the advice.

You are second to none when it comes to cooking.

I was suddenly seized with fear of the unknown when I crossed the border.

Everyone in UK is subject to police checks before they can start working with children.

I have to go home to study. I was supposed to start doing my homework at 3 pm. It’s already 5 pm and I still haven’t started.

Although Anne and Laura are twins, they are total opposites of each other. Anne is blond and really quiet while Laura is ginger and always the soul of the party.

We still have a lot of preparations to do, but I hope that the shop will be up and running next week. We are planning to open on Wednesday.

I am up to my ears in work. I have been working all Saturday and Sunday. I have been staying at work long hours and still haven’t managed to cover everything.

Stop beating around the bush and tell me whether you want to go on holiday or not. I am tired of waiting for your answer.

I told him not to go there on his own. He got beaten black and blue.

He keeps beating his breast and swearing that it’s all true, but I still don’t believe him.

I was really late today because of terrible traffic in the city centre.

I really need to find a job soon. I graduated 6 months ago and still live with my parents. I really don’t want to become a burden to them.

It was only after I moved abroad that I became aware of the fact that Warsaw has a lot to offer.

We turned around the corner and there was an amazing view before our eyes.