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IDIOMS LIST
Learning, practicing with trying to use idioms is a great way to take your speaking skills to the next level.
Here is a list of some common idioms that natives use which are connected to Gold.
As Good As Gold
Means – A person who is extremely well behaved
Example – Paul never gets into trouble at school he is as good as gold.
The Golden Years
Means – A period of time after you retire from work.
Example – Next month I officially retire, and I plan on starting my golden years with a world cruise
A Golden Handshake
Means – An employment agreement which states that the employer will pay a significant severance package if the employee loses their job.
Example – The Nokia boss must have received around $27 in severance. Now that’s a nice golden handshake.
A Golden Opportunity
Means – A once in a lifetime opportunity to do something you’ve always wanted.
Example – I’m so nervous, the interview tomorrow is a gold opportunity to get my feet in the door
A Golden Ticket
Means – A person or things that can provide one with a fantastic opportunity.
Example – The piano his dad bought him was his golden ticket out of this small town. One day he will become a famous piano musician.
Gold Digger
Means – A woman who only has relationships with rich wealthy men, regardless of their looks and age.
Example – I saw Stacy at a hotel bar yesterday, no doubt on the hunt for a new sugar daddy, she such a gold digger.
Streets Are Paved With Gold
Means – A place where you can become rich and successful with ease.
Example – You have to come and join me in LA, the streets are paved with gold for talented people.
To Strike Gold
Means – To find success or something that makes you money.
Example – Wow, you really struck Gold with that IT idea, its going make your millions.
Golden Age
Means – A prosperous time or period when there is extreme success.
Example – I think the 70s has to be described as a golden age of Hollywood movies.
A Golden Oldie
Means – A old song that people still listen to and is well known today.
Example – I went through my grandma record collections, she has loads of golden oldies.
To Have A Heart Of Gold
Means – Somebody very kind, helpful and genuine.
Example – I got a lift home from Steve last night, that guy has a heart of gold, he waited 2 hours for me to finish rehearsals.
