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Wade through something00:00:47
This idiom means to deal with or read something that takes a long time. An example given is a defense attorney having to wade through all of the evidence against their client. Another example is wading through many annoying advertisements on a news website.
To keep tabs on something00:02:32
This idiom means to monitor or observe something. The first example illustrates using an app to keep tabs on calorie intake. A second example shows police keeping tabs on criminal activity in a city.
To get away from it all00:04:06
This idiom means to escape one's everyday life and problems, often by taking a vacation. The host provides an example of going to the mountains when stressed out. Tahiti is suggested as a perfect place to get away from it all if one can afford it.
To dawn on someone00:05:33
This idiom refers to suddenly becoming aware of something. An example used is realizing a child has been skipping school after seeing their report card. Another example talks about a daughter realizing she needs to save money to buy a house.
No laughing matter00:07:16
This idiom signifies a very serious topic or situation. Being arrested by the police is presented as a serious situation that is no laughing matter. Another example describes getting stuck up a tree while chasing a cat as not amusing for the person stuck.