# Conversation Idioms Intermediate

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- CEFR: B1 (Intermediate)
- Theme: Idioms & Expressions
- Words: 16
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Conversation idioms for keeping a conversation moving, with phrases like long story short, get to the point and speak of the devil for everyday chat.

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## Word list

* **get to the point**: To stop giving unnecessary details and say the main thing directly. — “Stop explaining the background and **get to the point**.”
* **in a nutshell**: Used to introduce a short summary of something more complicated. — “**In a nutshell**, the plan failed because nobody agreed on a budget.”
* **long story short**: A phrase that introduces a quick summary, skipping over the details. — “**Long story short**, we missed the flight and had to rebook everything.”
* **to be honest**: A phrase used before saying something frankly, even if it might not please the listener. — “**To be honest**, I didn't enjoy the film.”
* **come to think of it**: A phrase used when a new memory or idea suddenly occurs to the speaker. — “**Come to think of it**, I never returned her call.”
* **speak of the devil**: Said when a person you were just talking about suddenly appears. — “**Speak of the devil** — here comes Tom now!”
* **let's face it**: Used to introduce an unpleasant truth that must be accepted. — “**Let's face it**, we're not going to finish on time.”
* **at any rate**: Used to say that something is true whatever else happens, or to return to an earlier point. — “The trip was expensive, but **at any rate**, we had fun.”
* **for the record**: Used to say that you want something officially noted or clearly stated. — “**For the record**, I never agreed to that plan.”
* **off the top of my head**: Said when giving an answer from memory, without checking any facts first. — “**Off the top of my head**, I'd say around fifty people came.”
* **at the end of your rope**: Having no patience or energy left to deal with a difficult situation any longer. — “After the third delay, she was **at the end of her rope**.”
* **in high spirits**: Feeling cheerful, lively, and full of energy. — “The whole team was **in high spirits** after the win.”
* **a lump in your throat**: A tight feeling in the neck caused by strong emotion, often just before crying. — “I got **a lump in my throat** watching the graduation speech.”
* **jump for joy**: To react with sudden, obvious happiness and excitement. — “The kids **jumped for joy** when school was cancelled.”
* **green with envy**: Extremely jealous of something someone else has. — “My neighbours were **green with envy** when we got a new car.”
* **blow off steam**: To release built-up anger or stress through some physical activity or talking. — “He goes for a run after work to **blow off steam**.”

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