AMERICAN IDIOMS | LESSON PART 87 | #431 - #435 | All American English

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This video, part 87 of the American Idioms series, introduces five new idioms (431-435). The host presents each idiom with an example, allows time for viewers to guess the meaning, and then provides the correct answer with an additional example.

Highlights

Introduction to American Idioms Part 87
00:00:03

This video is the 87th in the American Idioms series, covering five new idioms from 431 to 435. The host advises viewers to pause the video to guess the meanings of the idioms.

Idiom 431: To come across as something to someone
00:00:50

This idiom means 'to be viewed in a particular way.' An example is given: 'If he comes across as arrogant to you when you first meet him, don't worry, he's actually a very nice guy.' Another example explains how an apology can 'come across as insincere'.

Idiom 432: It hit me
00:02:40

This idiom means 'to suddenly realize something.' For instance, 'I didn't understand why my brother was being so nice to me all of a sudden, then it hit me, he wanted to borrow some money from me.' A second example illustrates suddenly realizing a solution to a problem.

Idiom 433: Plant a seed
00:04:27

This idiom refers to 'to cause someone to have a certain idea, thought, or feeling about something.' An example given is how a boss 'planted a seed of doubt' by reassigning team members. Conversely, seeing people help each other 'planted a seed of hope'.

Idiom 434: Snap up something
00:06:11

This idiom means 'to purchase something very quickly.' An example is being able to 'snap up many good deals' during a post-Christmas sale by arriving early. Another example describes car dealerships 'snapping up' used cars due to high demand and expensive new cars.

Idiom 435: To turn heads
00:08:01

This idiom means 'to capture people's attention due to being exceptionally interesting.' The example provided is 'The New Concept car turned many heads at the car show last week.' Another example illustrates a runway model 'turning many heads' whenever she entered a room.

Conclusion
00:09:44

The host thanks viewers for watching and reminds them to subscribe, like, and share the video, encouraging continued practice of American idioms.

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