Get a grip
If you get a grip, you control your emotions so that they don’t overwhelm you.
To discuss this topic further, visit the Just-English Forum
For more information about our school and services visit our homepage: Just-English.net
Don't shoot the messenger
This phrase can be used when breaking some bad news to someone and you don’t want to be blamed for the news.
(’Don’t kill the messenger’ is also used.)
To discuss this topic further, visit the Just-English Forum
For more information about our school and services visit our homepage: Just-English.net
Lord willing and the creek don't rise
Pertains to the ability to accomplish a task or meet an obligation, barring unforseen complications. Example: “I will be at work tomorrow, Lord willing and the creek don’t rise.”
To discuss this topic further, visit the Just-English Forum
For more information about our school and services visit our homepage: Just-English.net
Go for the jugular
If you go for the jugular, you attack someone where they are most vulnerable.
To discuss this topic further, visit the Just-English Forum
For more information about our school and services visit our homepage: Just-English.net
Don't shoot the messenger
This phrase can be used when breaking some bad news to someone and you don’t want to be blamed for the news.
(’Don’t kill the messenger’ is also used.)
To discuss this topic further, visit the Just-English Forum
For more information about our school and services visit our homepage: Just-English.net