| Living English Every Day – April | |
| 13 April | Hit the books
Meaning: To study e.g. It’s time to hit the books. |
| 14 April | Pitch in
Meaning: To contribute e.g. Everyone has to pitch in. |
| 15 April | Face the music
Meaning: To accept punishment for something e.g. You have to face the music if you have done something wrong. |
| 16 April | Rule of thumb
Meaning: A general rule that is accepted by all |
| e.g. The rule of thumb is to wash your whites and colors separately. | |
| 20 April | Under the weather
Meaning: You aren’t feeling well. e.g. I’m feeling under the weather. I think I’m getting a cold. |
| 21 April | Look like a million dollars
Meaning: You look very good. e.g. You look like a million dollars in that dress! |
| 22 April | Cut to the chase
Meaning: to get to the point without wasting time e.g. I don’t have time. Let’s cut to the chase! |
| 23 April | Keep your chin up
Meaning: You should keep a positive attitude even if you are sad. e.g. Keep your chin up! You’ll find a job very soon. |