Idioms - English Words That Middle School Students Must Master

Author: Compiled by the Writing Group of "Essential English Phrases for Middle School Students"
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Publishing Date: 2006-01-01
Features: This book includes over 1,000 common English idioms:
Clear and accurate definitions help you understand the true meaning of each idiom;
Well-designed example sentences help you master the context and collocations in which the idiom is used;
Additionally, it provides three language tips in different languages.
Languagehelp introduces synonyms, near-synonyms, or antonyms of the idiom, or provides equivalent expressions in American English, or explains its stylistic limitations.
Grammarhelp explains the grammatical usage and requirements of the idiom.
Didyouknow? offers concise explanations about the origins of certain idioms.
The book is arranged in alphabetical order, and the search method is through the main keywords of the idiom.
For the convenience of users, the book also provides numerous cross-references, allowing you to find the desired idiom in the shortest time.
Furthermore, the book includes ten sets of targeted exercises at the end to help users test their learning outcomes and reinforce their understanding of the idioms.
The idioms included in this book are common in mainstream and informal English, making it highly valuable for students.