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The video introduces American Idioms Part 110, featuring five new idioms (546-550). Viewers are encouraged to pause and guess the meanings before the answers and additional examples are provided.
This idiom means to remain angry or unhappy with someone for a past action. An example is given about a boss holding a mistake against an employee when considering a salary raise. Another example illustrates a friend holding a past lie against someone, causing a lack of trust.
To get something 'on a silver platter' means to receive it without having to put forth much or any effort. The example involves a son expecting things without working for them. Another instance shows someone receiving a promotion because a family member owns the company.
This idiom means to take something into consideration. An example is given where a company considers an applicant's sales experience for a new job. Another common example in real estate highlights the importance of location when buying property.
To 'stick one's neck out' means to personally assume some risk or responsibility for something. An example is a person taking a risk by getting a cousin a job at their company. Another humorous example describes buying an expensive sports car without telling a spouse, implying a significant personal risk.
This idiom means to be left with all the responsibility for something, often due to someone else's actions. The example features a mayor misusing city funds and leaving his staff to face the consequences. Another example describes company owners being left responsible for expensive research when investors pulled out of a project, leading to bankruptcy.