English Language Writing Skills

By Danso Kwasi Nti Samuel (DAS). Study the complete course source, examine every model and practise alongside Professor Jarvis.

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When someone finds it difficult to choose between two alternatives.

Costs an arm and a leg

This idiom is used when something is very expensive.

Cross that bridge when you come to it.

Deal with a problem if and when it becomes necessary, not before.

Cry over spilt milk.

When you complain about a loss from the past.

Curiosity killed the cat.

Being inquisitive can lead you into an unpleasant situation.

Cut corners

When something is done badly to save money.

Cut the mustard [possibly derived from "cut the muster"].

To succeed; to come up to expectations; adequate enough to compete or participate

Devil's Advocate

To present a counterargument

Don't count your chickens before the eggs have hatched.

This idiom is used to express, "Don't make plans for something that might not happen.".

Don't give up the day job.