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The video introduces the 144th part of the American Idioms series, focusing on idioms numbered 716 to 720. The host outlines the format: presenting an idiom and example, allowing viewers to guess, then revealing the answer with an additional example.
Idiom 716, "hopscotch over something," means to bypass, avoid, or quickly move past something. An example given is a president avoiding an environmental policy in a debate, similar to the children's game where players hop over squares.
Idiom 717, "follow suit," means to do the same thing as others, especially by following their example. This is illustrated by other movie studios trying to replicate the success of a superhero movie, or someone ordering the same delicious meal as another.
Idiom 718, "buck the system," means to rebel against, avoid, or break the rules. Examples include students being suspended for ignoring a dress code, or an individual trying to avoid paying income tax, indicating a rebellious nature.
Idiom 719, "to be cancelled," refers to facing public boycott or loss of support due to objectionable actions or opinions. An example is someone losing social media support for controversial statements or an actor being dropped by studios after a scandal.
Idiom 720, "a rap sheet," is a list of a person's criminal history. The example describes a police officer checking a suspect's rap sheet to find previous arrests, or someone fearing their long criminal history will hinder their job prospects.
The video concludes by thanking viewers for subscribing and encouraging them to like, share, and continue practicing the idioms.