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This video, American Idioms Part 51, is the 51st in the series, explaining five new idioms from number 251 to 255. Viewers are encouraged to pause the video to guess the meanings.
The idiom 'rub off on' means to transfer a quality to someone. For example, hoping a veteran football player's talent 'rubs off on' other players, or hoping someone's luck 'rubs off on' you.
To 'blow off steam' means to get rid of intense feelings or emotions, often stress or aggravation. Examples include going for a run after a hard week of work or having a basketball court at an office for employees to use when stressed.
To be 'poles apart' signifies being completely different and opposite. This can be seen when two governors have similar personalities but 'poles apart' political views, or when a union and company management are 'poles apart' on overtime issues.
The idiom 'to be off the chain' means to be extremely good and exciting. Examples include a trip to Europe being 'off the chain' or a party being so 'off the chain' that one can't wait for the next.
To 'keep one's eyes peeled' means to be alert for something, essentially to keep your eyes open. This is used when searching for discounts online after holidays or looking for a gas station when gasoline is low.