Animal Idioms: mammals - Notes
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Idiom, phrasal verb or slang |
The situation |
Phrases with similar meaning or sentiment |
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BAT To be as blind as a bat |
Someone describing their eyesight |
I'm as blind as a bat / I need glasses to see properly. |
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DOG Every dog has its day |
Somebody unexpectedly triumphs |
Every dog has its day / Anyone can enjoy a little success. |
| FOX
To be as sly as a fox |
Someone is doing things behind your back | He's as sly as a fox / he's secretive and scheming. |
| MULE
To be as stubborn as a mule |
Someone refuses to change their mind | He's as stubborn as a mule / He won't change his mind for anything. |
| WOLF
To be a wolf in sheep's clothing |
Someone who appears friendly and kind but is in reality quite the opposite | I thought he was OK but then I realized he was a wolf in sheep's clothing. |
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