Idioms

To do something unpleasant or difficult that you’ve been putting off

To start acting irrationally or emotionally

To go badly wrong or fall apart unexpectedly

To tell someone to be quiet (informal British)

To mock someone, often in a playful or teasing way

To understand something deeply puzzling or complex

Existing in a transitional or in-between state

A feeling of worry or unease

Strangely familiar in a way that causes unease

To be extremely tired (British informal)

I’ve done this before; I know what I’m doing

Deal with a problem only when it happens

A peaceful time before chaos begins

Secrets from the past that are embarrassing or damaging

Small things in plans or ideas that can cause big problems

No longer in danger or difficulty

Barely managing to succeed

Frozen in fear or surprise

To betray or sacrifice someone for your own benefit

It felt eerie or frightening