Idioms and Phrases: Test-17

The phrase, ‘put an end to’ means to stop or to finish. For example: He put an end to the foul practices prevalent in the institute.

The idiom, ‘take exception’ to something means to strongly object something. For example: Sometimes, you need to take exception to what others say and move on.

The idiom ‘hard and fast’ is used to refer to rules or situations which cannot be changed. For example: We need to come up with a list of hard and fast rules so that some decorum is established in the college.

The idiom ‘hold your tongue’ is used to make someone realize that he has said enough rude things and he needs to stop. For example: Hold your tongue and never speak in such a rude manner with anyone ever.

The idiom, ‘come to grief’ is used when one experiences a sudden fail, which results in damage. For example: Parents teach their children that they will come to grief if they drive rash.