An idiom is a word or phrase which means something different from its literal meaning.

Examples:

We'll cross that bridge when we come to it --> Let's not talk about that problem right now.

I can finally wrap my head around that math problem. --> The problem was complicated, but I understand now.

You can say that again --> That's true, I agree!

Your guess is as good as mine --> I have no idea!

1. Get the lead out	9. Not playing with a full deck
2. Chill out	10. Straight from the horse's mouth
3. Out in left field	11. Pull the wool over one's eyes
4. Up a creek without a paddle	12. Two shakes of a lamb's tail
5. Tickle the ivories	13. There you go
6. Spill the beans	14. John Hancock
7. Zilch	15. Earbender
8. Circular file	16. Throw in the towel

Write the idiom, from the choices above, for each saying in the blank provided.
Remember that spelling counts!

1. To reveal the secret
2. To hurry
3. One who talks too much
4. Entirely mistaken
5. Wastebasket
6. Absent-minded
7. One's signature
8. Nothing
9. To admit defeat
10. Troublesome situation
11. In a very short time
12. Play the piano
13. Relax
14. To deceive.
15. Now you've got it
16. From the original source