Advanced Phrases for Native-Like Fluency ??

1. In no uncertain terms ???: Speak clearly and directly.
*E.g., She told him in no uncertain terms to leave her alone.*
2. A foregone conclusion ?: An obvious outcome.
*E.g., The team’s loss was a foregone conclusion.*
3. Nip it in the bud ??: Stop a problem before it worsens.
*E.g., Nip these rumors in the bud before they spread.*
4. Go against the grain ??: Do something unconventional.
*E.g., Becoming an actor in a family of doctors goes against the grain.*
5. Hang by a thread ??: Be in a precarious situation.
*E.g., His career is hanging by a thread after the scandal.*
6. A case in point ??: A clear example.
*E.g., Many species struggle with climate change; a case in point is the polar bear.*
7. In the grand scheme of things ??: Considering the big picture.
*E.g., Losing the game isn’t a big deal in the grand scheme of things.*
8. Strike a chord ??: Resonate emotionally.
*E.g., His story about poverty struck a chord with many.*
9. The lion’s share ??: The largest portion.
*E.g., She did the lion’s share of the project work.*
10. Cut to the chase ??: Get to the point.
*E.g., Stop rambling and cut to the chase!*
11. At the heart of the matter ??: The core issue.
*E.g., At the heart of the matter is a lack of trust.*
12. In over your head ??: In a situation too difficult to handle. *E.g., I was in over my head when I tried cooking for friends.*

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