Friday, November 4, 2022

English Idioms starting with Don't

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Don't judge a book by the cover 

This idiom means that you should not judge something or someone by appearances, but should look deeper at what is inside and more important.

 Don't look a gift horse in the mouth 

This means that if you are given something, a present or a chance, you should not waste it by being too critical or examining it too closely. 

Don't upset the applecart 

If you are advised not to upset the applecart, you are being told not to disturb the way things are done because it might ruin things. 

Don't hold your breath 

If you are told not to hold your breath, it means that you shouldn't have high expectations about something. 

Don't wash your dirty laundry in public 

People, especially couples, who argue in front of others or involve others in their personal problems and crises, are said to be washing their dirty laundry in public; making public things that are best left private. 


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