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This idiom means to make something a success or a failure. An example given is how Hollywood movie critics can make or break new movies with their reviews, and a second example discusses a company's board of directors having the power to make or break new products.
This is the 66th video in the American idiom series, presenting five idioms from number 326 to 330. Viewers are encouraged to pause the video to guess the meanings before the answers and examples are provided.
This idiom refers to becoming used to a new situation. The video provides an example of working as a substitute teacher to get one's feet wet, and another example of investing small amounts in blue-chip stocks to get used to the stock market.
This idiom means to not get discouraged no matter what happens, akin to 'never give up'. Examples include a person with a Never Say Die attitude finding a job after many rejections, and a friend mastering English with Never Say Die determination.
To give something or someone a wide birth means to avoid or stay away from them. The examples include avoiding a busy section of the city during rush hour and staying away from a cousin's dog that makes one feel unsafe.
This idiom refers to the hot, sultry days of summer, typically in August. The video explains that while June weather is often pleasant, the dog days are uncomfortably hot, and suggests swimming as a way to cope with them.
The video concludes by thanking viewers for watching, subscribing, and liking, and encourages them to have a Never Say Die attitude when studying idioms and to keep practicing.