Memory Idioms 1Version en ligne Idioms par Cynthia Cox Be glad when someone leaves Cannot judge something primarily on appearance. Looking in the wrong place. Accusing the wrong person To take on a task that is way too big. This idiom means, to accomplish two different things at the same time. To share information that was previously concealed 'to hear rumors' about something or someone. Avoiding the main topic. Not speaking directly about the issue. This idiom is used to say that someone is causing trouble or making a bad situation worse Someone who lacks intelligence. To work late into the night, alluding to the time before electric lighting Very expensive or costly. A large amount of money. To go to bed. A controversial issue Do or say something exactly right People's intentions can be judged better by what they do than what they say. To hear it from someone in charge or someone who knows the truth A good invention or innovation. A good idea or plan. Something good that isn't recognized at first.