Baseball and the English Language!
Baseball has had an enormous impact on the English language. Even in parts of the world where baseball isn’t played,…
Like Father, Like Son (English Expressions)
Like father, like son! This expression is used when a son’s character or behaviour resembles that of his father! “Jimmy…
Let Sleeping Dogs Lie (English Expressions)
Let sleeping dogs lie! This expression means to avoid interfering in a situation that is currently causing no problems but…
Traditional British English Phrases Heading to the “Knacker’s Yard” (English Vocabulary Lesson)
On today's episode of Thinking in English, I'm going to introduce some English sayings that are famous, but no longer…
A Piece of Cake (English Expressions)
A piece of cake! Something that is achieved easily is described as a piece of cake! Often a very easy…
Water Off A Duck’s Back (English Expressions)
Water off a duck’s back! This expression refers to a potentially harmful remark or situation that has no apparent effect…
To Kill Two Birds With One Stone (English Expressions)
To kill two birds with one stone! If you achieve two aims at once or accomplish two tasks at the…
A Guide to Insulting Boris Johnson (Using His Own Words)
British Prime Minister Boris Johnson has found himself in the middle of another poltical scandal. A quick glance at twitter,…
There Is No Love Lost Between Them (English Expressions)
There is no love lost between them! This expression means people dislike each other! They are definitely not friends! “Although…