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Originally Posted by RonBee Do you have any more interesting idioms to discuss?
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Yes, I have quite a few. This thread has over 720 viewings, an indication that
ESL learners are interested in idioms. We should continue, but there is one problem, I am not sure if my definitions and grammar are correct. When edited, this article will be sent to a Taipei's Christian newspaper for publication.
1. A wet blanket.
One who spoils other people’s fun.
Example: We were having such fun skinny-dipping (1) in Mark’s swimming pool yesterday while his parents were away, but Timothy did not want to join us, what a wet blanket he was!
2. Spend money like water.
Spend money uncontrollably.
Example: Leviticus 27:30 says, “A tithe of everything from the land, whether grain from the soil or fruit from the trees, belongs to the Lord; it is holy to the Lord.” However, some members of our congregation spend money like water wasting on luxuries, but they would not contribute the ten percents toward God’s work.
3. Two heads are better than one.
Two (or more) can come up with more ideas than one person. (2)
Example: Pastor Yang and our congregation had been agonizing over whether to build our own church or continue to rent for some time. Recently, after consulting with Pastor Cheng from a neighboring church, our pastor decided to build one. Indeed, two heads are better than one.
It would be great if this can be edited as we don't want to see bad grammar going around.
Thanks a bunch.
BMO