All kidding aside 言归正传
例句：
Telling a joke in a new language can be tricky. Do you have a good joke in English?
All kidding aside, learning and telling jokes can be a great way to practice English!
Dawn on someone 某人突然明白了某事，突然领悟
例句：
Has something ever "dawned on you" that others thought was obvious?
Achilles' heel 阿基里斯之踵/致命的弱点
例句：
Do you have an Achilles' heel or personal weakness？Admin's Achilles' heel is always taking a break from work for more coffee!
At (one's) wit's end 一筹莫展
例句：
Have you ever been at your wit's end?
To draw a blank 记不住
例句：
Do you ever "draw a blank" when you're trying to remember a new word in English? Sometimes it can be difficult to remember new vocabulary. How do you keep track of new words so that you don't "draw a blank"?
Between a rock and a hard place 进退两难，进退维谷
例句：Take a look at this grap原由网hic to read about Alexa's problem. She's "between a rock and a hard place." What would you do in her situation?
Change of heart 改变态度，改变主意
例句：
Have you ever had a "change of heart" about an important decision?
Stand （one's）ground 坚持观点,不退让.
例句：
Have you ever had to stand your ground in a difficult situation? That can be a very brave thing to do!
Catch (someone’s) eye 引起某人注意
例句：
What is one food that "catches your eye" when you see it at the market? For Admin, it's a bright, shin原由网y, red apple! It's probably something differentin your region. Let us know!
In hot water 有麻烦了
例句：
Englishtip: When you were a child, were you ever "in hot water" for something silly? Admin was always "in hot water" for talking too much in class.
Couch potato 一天到晚坐在沙发上看电视的人
例句：
In theUnited States, yesterday was the June solstice! It's the first day of summer. So this is NOT a good time to be a couch potato. It's a great time to get outside and be active! How do you stay motivated to be active every day?
Cold Feet 临阵退缩
例句：Did you ever get cold feet before a big event or presentation? Admin hopes you were able to conquer your fear!
Miss the boat 错失良机
例句：
Have you ever "missed the boat" on an exciting opportunity? Admin hopes that the opportunity presented itself again!
Square meal 大餐
例句：
A "square meal" usually has protein (like meat or beans), a vegetable, and a starch (like potatoes, rice, or bread). What's a typical "square meal" in your region?
Step on it 赶快，抓紧
例句：
If you think you might be late for your English class, you might need to "step on it" to make sure you're on time!
The straw that broke the camel's back 压垮骆驼背的稻草
例句：
Have you ever had a situation in which something very small caused you to be upset or overwhelmed? Maybe there were many other things that caused this problem, but the final one was just too much.
back to square one 回到原点
例句：
Have you ever had to go "back to square one" after working hard on a project? Tell us about it. Admin hopes your project was still successful!
off the cuff 即兴、即席
例句：
Have you ever been asked to do something "off the cuff"? How did it go?
Bent out of shape 非常沮丧
例句：
When you're frustrated, how do you keep calm so that you don't get "bent out of shape?
Apple of one's eye 掌上明珠，挚爱
例句：
Who's the apple of your eye?
Sleep like a rock 睡得很沉
例句：
Do you sleep like a rock or are you a light sleeper (person who wakes up for any small noise or movement)?
Get a word in edgewise 插嘴
例句：
Have you ever been in a situation when you could not "get a word in edgewise"? Do you think it's possible to politely interrupt or leave a conversation?
No rhyme or reason 莫名其妙、毫无www.58yuanyou.com道理
例句：
Have you ever made a decision with "no rhyme or reason"?
IN A PINCH 必要时
例句：
When would you tell a friend that you could help him or her out "in a pinch"?
The bottom line 底线
例句：
There are many ideas about the best way to learn a new language, but what's "the bottom line," in your opinion?
down to the wire 直到最后一刻
例句：
When is the last time you were "down to the wire" before finishing a project?
walking on air 飘飘然
例句：
Have you ever felt like you were"walking on air" after successfully completing a course or having agreat time with friends or family?
Full steam ahead 全力以赴 (心中的梦)
例句：
Are you ready to go "full steam ahead"on any upcoming projects? Tell us about your exciting plans!
On the cloud nine 欣喜若狂
例句：
Have you ever been "on cloud nine" after accomplishing a goal? Tell us about it!
Rack (one’s) brain 绞尽脑汁
例句：
Have you ever "racked your brain" to try to think of the right word in English?
pull someone's leg 不是拖某人后腿！！！是愚弄某人
例句：
Have you ever "pulled someone's leg" to try to trick them into believing something that was not true?
Off the wall 不寻常
例句：
Have you ever had an "off the wall" idea? Sometimes that type of idea can turn out to be the best!
Paint (someone) a picture 解释某种情况
例句：
I wish I could paint a picture of what a great community we have on the American English at State page, but instead, I'll give you the basics: they'rededicated, fun, and studious!
By word of mouth 口碑
例句：
Have you ever received a great recommendation by word of mouth? Admin heard about a great coffee shop near the office!
Fly off the handle 勃然大怒
例句：
What do you do to keep calm so that you don't fly off the handle when something bad happens?
In a rut 一成不变，枯燥乏味
例句：
Don't let yourself get in a rut! Try something new every day. What are your ideas for finding new things to enjoy each day?
Pull strings 运用某人的影响。//www.58yuanyou.com托关系，走后门。
例句：
Do you think it's a good idea to pull some strings for someone to help them get a job or get something done at work?
Cross (one’s) fingers 祝好运
例句：
Is anyone waiting to hear about some important news? Let us know so we can "cross our fingers" for you!
Up in the air 悬而未决
例句：
Do you have any upcoming plans that are still "up in the air?"
Fall through the cracks 疏忽
例句：
How do you avoid letting responsibilities "fall through the cracks" at work?
In the spotlight 聚光灯下，引人瞩目
例句：
Do you like to be "in the spotlight?" Why or why not?
Pain in the neck 不是脖子疼的意思。是不胜其烦，讨厌的人或似事情！！
例VhFJfAXuws句：
As a child, did you think any of your siblingsor friends were a "pain in the neck?" Do you feel differently now?
