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Today's Expressions

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Sleep on it

think about something carefully before making a decision · delay a decision until the next day

What's the situation?

Stuck between two choices? 🤯 When you're facing a tough decision and need time to ponder, this phrase is your best friend! It's like telling yourself (or someone else) to chill, not rush, and let your brain process things overnight. 🌙✨

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get cold feet

become nervous or hesitant about something you had planned to do · lose courage

What's the situation?

Imagine you've planned a huge adventure, like skydiving! But then, right before you jump, you suddenly feel a wave of intense fear and hesitation. That's getting cold feet! 🥶 It perfectly describes that last-minute doubt or nervousness that makes you want to back out of something you previously committed to. It’s often used for big life decisions too, like marriage or a new job.

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up in the air

undecided · uncertain · not yet finalized

What's the situation?

Imagine you're waiting for a big project decision or a weekend plan, but nobody knows what's happening. That's when things are 'up in the air'! 🎈 It means a decision or plan hasn't been made yet and is still uncertain. Perfect for when you're in limbo!

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