Idioms Related to Body
1) "A body of work" - This phrase refers to a collection of someone's creative or professional output.
For example, "He
has a body of work that includes several novels, essays, and plays."
2) "A drag on the body" - This phrase refers to something that is tiring or draining.
For example, "The heat is a drag on
the body, it's hard to stay energized."
3) "A slap on the wrist" - This phrase refers to a minor punishment or reprimand.
For example, "He only got a slap on the
wrist for being late, he was expecting to be fired."
4) "A whole different ballgame" - This phrase means a situation or circumstance that is completely different.
For example,
"Starting a business is a whole different ballgame than working for
someone else."
5) "Body and soul" - This phrase means with one's entire being, with all one's heart and energy.
For example, "She threw
herself into the project, body and soul."
6) "Body language" - This phrase refers to nonverbal communication, such as posture, facial expressions, and gestures.
For example,
"Her body language was telling me that she was uncomfortable, even though
she was trying to hide it."
7) "Get under someone's skin" - This phrase means to irritate or annoy someone.
For example, "His constant complaining is
getting under my skin."
8) "In the pink" - This phrase means to be healthy or in good condition.
For example, "I'm feeling in the pink, ready for a
run."
9) "Throw your weight around" - This phrase means to use one's influence or power in a domineering or arrogant way.
For example,
"The manager throws his weight around, he thinks he's better than everyone
else.
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