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Decoding 'D' Idioms: A Journey through Expressive English

Welcome to our English lesson focusing on idioms beginning with the letter 'D'. Idioms are expressions whose meanings are not directly related to the individual words they contain. They are a key part of conversational English, and understanding them can greatly enhance your language skills. In this lesson, we will explore various 'D' idioms, learning how they are used to convey specific ideas or emotions.

Introduction to Idioms Beginning with 'D'

1. Drive a Wedge Between

   • Sentence: "Their disagreement drove a wedge between the two friends."

2. Dances to the Tune

   • Sentence: "He dances to the tune of his boss's every demand."

3. Dressed Up to the Nines

   • Sentence: "For the gala, everyone was dressed up to the nines."

4. Dragging Its Feet

   • Sentence: "The committee is dragging its feet on making a final decision."

5. Davy Jones' Locker

   • Sentence: "The ship sank, taking its treasures to Davy Jones' locker."

6. Dancing on Someone's Grave

   • Sentence: "Celebrating his rival's downfall was like dancing on his grave."

7. Dog in the Manger

   • Sentence: "He's a dog in the manger, hoarding supplies he doesn't even need."

8. Don't Cry Over Spilt Milk

   • Sentence: "You made a mistake, but don't cry over spilt milk. Just learn from it."

9. Don't Wash Your Dirty Laundry in Public

   • Sentence: "It's better not to wash your dirty laundry in public and keep family matters private."

10. Donkey Work

    • Sentence: "Interns are often expected to do the donkey work in the office."

11. Don't Throw Bricks When You Live in a Glass House

    • Sentence: "He should not criticize others for being disorganized when he's hardly organized himself—don't throw bricks when you live in a glass house."

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Conclusion: Embracing 'D' Idioms in Your English Learning

You've now expanded your understanding of English idioms beginning with 'D'. These phrases will help you communicate more effectively and understand the nuances of English conversations. For any inquiries or further lessons, please visit our Facebook page: www.facebook.com/learningenglishfree.co.uk.