Conversational Idioms

Phrase to begin an activity or process
get the ball rolling
"Welcome everyone. Let's get the ball rolling by going around in a circle and introducing ourselves."
Phrase have a very enjoyable and exciting experience
having a blast
What a great party. We're having a blast!
Phrase have more important things to do or deal with
have bigger fish to fry
I can't spend too much time on this. I have bigger fish to fry.
Phrase to be exactly right about something, esp. to identify a problem, situation or solution
hit the nail on the head
Charlie hit the nail on the head when he said that the team would struggle without leadership.
Phrase do someone a favor in hopes that a favor will be returned
you scratch my back, I'll scratch yours
"Can you help me move on Saturday?""Sure, but can you give me a ride on Sunday?You scratch my back, I'll scratch yours."
Phrase used to tell people that they can do what they want, though you don't think they should
suit yourself!
A. I'll sled down backwards so I can videotape you!B. Suit yourself! If you crash, don't blame me.
Phrase everything that relates to or is involved in a situation or issue
the big picture
Please, let me explain. You're not seeing the big picture.
Phrase used to say that you think that something will never happen
when pigs fly
When pigs fly, Iggy will ask Sue out on a date.