Example: Break the ice

Problem: At the party, John told a funny story to break the ice.

Solution:

1. Telling a story helped everyone relax and start talking.

Example: A blessing in disguise

Problem: Losing that job was a blessing in disguise; it led me to a better career.

Solution:

1. The job loss seemed bad at first, but it led to a better opportunity.

Example: Hit the sack

Problem: I'm really tired, so I'm going to hit the sack.

Solution:

1. He is going to bed because he is tired.

Example: Let the cat out of the bag

Problem: She let the cat out of the bag about the surprise party.

Solution:

1. She accidentally revealed the secret.

Example: Under the weather

Problem: I'm feeling under the weather today, so I'll stay home.

Solution:

1. He is not feeling well.

Example: Piece of cake

Problem: The test was a piece of cake.

Solution:

1. The test was very easy.

Example: Costs an arm and a leg

Problem: That new car costs an arm and a leg.

Solution:

1. The car is very expensive.

Example: Once in a blue moon

Problem: We go out to dinner once in a blue moon.

Solution:

1. They rarely go out to dinner.

Example: The ball is in your court

Problem: I've done all I can; now the ball is in your court.

Solution:

1. It is now your responsibility to act.

Example: Bite the bullet

Problem: You'll just have to bite the bullet and tell him the truth.

Solution:

1. You must do something unpleasant but necessary.