This easy crossword puzzle helps ESL learners explore fun facts and trivia behind common but obscure idioms. Perfect for building vocabulary and cultural knowledge.
Whimsical Phrases and Forgotten Idioms is a medium crossword puzzle with 17 clues covering . Play it online for free below, or create your own crossword with our free crossword maker.
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Whimsical Phrases and Forgotten Idioms
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- 2. A state of neglect or an uncertain situation
- 3. Courage or enthusiasm, as in 'cut the _'
- 4. To stop something small before it grows
- 6. A troublesome or difficult situation
- 8. A leading example, as in 'to fly the _' for a cause
- 9. To take offense or be annoyed by something minor
- 11. To distort reality or truth, often gradually
- 13. Situation marked by confusion or chaos
- 16. To attract interest or hold attention
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- 1. An indirect or fleeting glance
- 5. Something of little value or consequence (phrase usage)
- 7. Description of someone acting irrationally or crazily
- 10. To squander an opportunity or chance
- 12. A person or thing that brings bad luck
- 14. To cheat or swindle in a small way
- 15. To avoid giving a direct answer; to equivocate
- 17. Cover or hood, often symbolizing concealment
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