Piece of cake Meaning: something that is easy to do. Example: Making the paper boat is a piece of cake. A hot potato Meaning: a controversial issue or situation that is awkward or unpleasant to deal with. Example: Abusing and fighting in my school is like a hot potato. Once in a blue moon Meaning: very rarely. Example: I go to meet my grandfather only once in a blue moon, he lives in farm house. A bed of roses Meaning: easy option. Example: Taking care of my younger sister is not a bed of roses, she is very silly. When pigs fly Meaning: something that will never happen or impossible. Example: William can keep quiet only when pigs fly. Devil’s advocate Meaning: one who presents a counter argument. Example: Hey! Jack don’t be a devil’s advocate, mind your own business. Miss the boat Meaning: miss the chance. Example: It was a drawing competition and Peter missed the boat. Apple of eye Meaning: someone very precious or dear. Example: Every kid is the apple of eye of their parents in the world. Compiled by Dennis Agaba
