Insect Idioms
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What is an Idiom?
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An idiom is a phrase or an expression that cannot be taken literally.
When you use an idiom in everyday language, then it has a different meaning than the basic meaning or definition of the words as found in a dictionary.
An example of this might be "that hit the nail on the head." this phrase, or idiom is often used by someone to say that they have described a situation exactly, or made an accurate assessment of something.
There are a number of idioms that are related to insects. Some are negative and derogatory, but some can be positive and complimentary.
How many insect related idioms can you think of?
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"As Full, Tight as a Tick."
A way of saying that you are feeling very full of food and drink.
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"As Snug as Bug in a Rug."
To be cozy and warm.
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"To Have a Bee in One's Bonnet."
A way of saying that a person is obsessed or pre-occupied with an idea.
A way of saying that a person is making straight for something without deviating their route.
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"A Flea in One's Ear."
A way of saying that someone has had, or will receive a stinging rebuke.
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"Fly in the Ointment."
A way of saying that something small or irritating is ruining the whole thing.
A way of saying that a person you about sex education. For example "I learned about the Birds and the Bees when my baby sister was born,"
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A way of saying that you are very angry and in a fighting mood.
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"Bug Eyed."
To be wide eyed with suprise.
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"Like a Moth to the Flame."
A way of saying that a person is being attracted to something that is deadly or dangerous.
"Don't Bug Me."
A way of saying that you don't want to be hassled, bothered or annoyed by another persons actions.
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goldenrulecomics
Apr 23, 2012 @ 8:40 pm | delete
- nice lens
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Mairis
Mar 16, 2012 @ 4:27 am | delete
- hmmmmm
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goo2eyes
Jan 31, 2012 @ 7:36 pm | delete
- don't bug me. i'm bee-sy. nice lens to be proud about.
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COUNTRYLUTHIER
Jan 30, 2012 @ 5:10 pm | delete
- Great job here. Can't wait to see what's next in the animal, bug or other kingdoms!
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Tipi
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- Enjoyed and now, like a ladybug....I must fly away home.....
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