IDIOMS

In the same boat: In the same situation, especially one that is difficult or challenging.

Sentence: With the current pollution crisis, we’re all in the same boat when it comes to protecting the environment.

A drop in the ocean: A small and seemingly insignificant contribution to a much larger issue.

Sentence: Recycling one bottle may seem like a drop in the ocean, but every little bit helps the environment.

Burning the candle at both ends: Working excessively hard, often leading to exhaustion or negative effects.

Sentence: With the growing environmental concerns, many activists are burning the candle at both ends to raise awareness.

Can’t see the forest for the trees: Focusing on small details and missing the bigger picture.

Sentence: Some policymakers are so focused on short-term economic growth that they can’t see the forest for the trees when it comes to long-term environmental sustainability.

Under the weather: Feeling unwell, often used to describe health issues caused by environmental factors.

Sentence: After spending so much time outdoors in the cold, I’m feeling a bit under the weather today.

Blow hot and cold: To be inconsistent, often used when someone changes their opinion frequently.

Sentence: The government’s stance on environmental policy often blows hot and cold, making it hard for activists to plan.

Take a leaf out of someone’s book: To imitate or learn from someone’s actions, often used when referring to adopting positive habits.

Sentence: We should all take a leaf out of the book of eco-friendly businesses and reduce our carbon footprint.

Like a breath of fresh air: A refreshing and pleasant change, often used when referring to something new and positive.

Sentence: The new green energy initiative is like a breath of fresh air for the community.

The grass is always greener on the other side: People often think other situations are better, but they may not be.

Sentence: While some believe that living in a big city offers more opportunities, the grass isn’t always greener when you see the environmental toll it takes.

In hot water: In trouble or facing a difficult situation.

Sentence: The company is in hot water for violating environmental regulations, and now they face heavy fines.

A storm in a teacup: A small issue blown out of proportion, often used when people overreact to a situation.

Sentence: The debate over recycling rules in the office turned out to be a storm in a teacup—it was resolved quickly.

Make waves: To cause a significant impact or stir, often used when someone challenges the status quo.

Sentence: The environmental activist made waves at the conference by speaking out against corporate pollution.

A breath of fresh air: Something or someone that is refreshing or offers a welcome change.

Sentence: The new eco-friendly policies at the company were a breath of fresh air for employees concerned about sustainability.

Out of the woods: To be out of danger or a difficult situation.

Sentence: After years of pollution control efforts, the river is finally out of the woods and showing signs of recovery.

Put your money where your mouth is: To back up one’s words with actions, often used when urging people to take responsibility for their claims.

Sentence: If you’re serious about protecting the environment, it’s time to put your money where your mouth is and support eco-friendly businesses.