Idioms & Phrasal Verbs Flashcards

What does 'catch on' mean in: 'It took him a while to catch on to the joke'?

Answer: To understand or comprehend

'Catch on' means to begin to understand something.

The idiom 'a piece of cake' means something is:

Answer: Very easy to do

'A piece of cake' means something is very easy or requires little effort.

What does the phrasal verb 'point out' mean in: 'She pointed out several errors in the report'?

Answer: To identify or draw attention to something

'Point out' means to identify or highlight something for someone's attention.

What does 'get along' mean in: 'Do you get along with your coworkers'?

Answer: To have a friendly relationship

'Get along' means to have a harmonious or friendly relationship with someone.

The idiom 'the ball is in your court' means:

Answer: It is your turn to take action or make a decision

'The ball is in your court' means it is now someone else's responsibility to act or decide.

What does 'set up' mean in: 'They set up a new office downtown'?

Answer: To establish or arrange something

'Set up' means to establish, organize, or put something in place.

Which sentence correctly uses 'let down' to mean disappoint?

Answer: He let down his team by missing the final shot.

'Let down' means to disappoint someone who had expectations of you.