Example: On cloud nine

Problem: She was on cloud nine after hearing the good news.

Solution:

1. She was extremely happy after hearing the good news.

Example: Down in the dumps

Problem: He's been down in the dumps since he lost his job.

Solution:

1. He's been feeling sad since he lost his job.

Example: Butterflies in your stomach

Problem: I always get butterflies in my stomach before a test.

Solution:

1. I always feel nervous before a test.

Example: Blow off steam

Problem: He went for a run to blow off steam after the argument.

Solution:

1. He went for a run to release his anger after the argument.

Example: Jump for joy

Problem: They jumped for joy when they won the prize.

Solution:

1. They were extremely happy when they won the prize.

Example: Cry over spilled milk

Problem: It's no use crying over spilled milk.

Solution:

1. It's no use being upset about something that can't be changed.

Example: Bite someone's head off

Problem: Sorry I bit your head off earlier. I was stressed.

Solution:

1. Sorry I spoke angrily to you earlier. I was stressed.

Example: Keep your cool

Problem: Try to keep your cool during the interview.

Solution:

1. Try to remain calm during the interview.

Example: Green with envy

Problem: She was green with envy when she saw his new car.

Solution:

1. She was very jealous when she saw his new car.