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Exploring the World of Idioms Starting with 'H

Welcome to our English lesson on idioms beginning with the letter 'H'. Idioms are expressions with meanings that cannot be inferred from the words that make them up. They add vibrancy and depth to the language. This lesson will help you understand various 'H' idioms, their meanings, and how to use them effectively in sentences.

Introduction to 'H' Idioms and Their Usage

1. Have Ants in Your Pants

   • "He had ants in his pants the day before his interview, unable to sit still from nervousness."

2. Having a Whale of a Time

   • "At the amusement park, they were having a whale of a time."

3. Hold One's Horses

   • "Hold your horses! We need to think this through before acting."

4. Have a Big Mouth

   • "He's known to have a big mouth, often spilling secrets."

5. Himalayan Blunder

   • "The company's failed marketing strategy was a Himalayan blunder."

6. Have a One-Track Mind

   • "She has a one-track mind when it comes to her career aspirations."

7. Have Clean Hands

   • "Despite the scandal, the CEO claimed to have clean hands."

8. Have an Egg on the Face

   • "After the error, he had egg on his face in front of his colleagues."

9. Have Eyes Bigger Than Stomach

   • "At the buffet, he had eyes bigger than his stomach and couldn’t eat everything he took."

10. Heart Missed a Beat

    • "My heart missed a beat when I saw the breathtaking view."

11. Heart in the Right Place

    • "He may make mistakes, but his heart is in the right place."

12. Hit the Nail on the Head

    • "You hit the nail on the head when you described the problem."

13. Hand to Mouth

    • "They are living hand to mouth, struggling to meet their daily needs."

14. Have No Truck With

    • "She has no truck with dishonest people."

15. Hit the Bull's-Eye

    • "His prediction about the election results hit the bull's-eye."

16. Hold Water

    • "His argument doesn’t hold water in a court of law."

17. Hornets' Nest

    • "His controversial statement stirred up a hornets' nest in the community."

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Conclusion: Mastering 'H' Idioms for Enhanced English Proficiency

You have now learned a variety of idioms, starting with 'H', which will help you understand and participate more effectively in English conversations. For any inquiries or further lessons, please visit our Facebook page: www.facebook.com/learningenglishfree.co.uk.