idioms for kids

As calm as a toad in the sun- very calm
a. I can't believe that he's as calm as a toad in the sun when he knows he's failing.
b. He stayed as calm as a toad in the sun in spite what happened

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Clam up- to stop talking or to refuse to talk
a. He clammed up after his mother scolded him.
b. She decided to clam up all weekend.

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Fish for a compliment- to try to make someone say something good about you
a. Martha fishes for a compliment everyday.
b. The man is fishing for a compliment but nobody gave him any.

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Without a doubt- certainly, for sure
a. She is the prettiest girl in town without a doubt.
b. You're without a doubt the most intelligent person I've met.

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Bug someone- to annoy or irritate someone
a. Stop bugging me, I'm busy.
b. Paulo can't stop bugging my sister.

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Use your loaf- think smart
a. Don't you understand this equation? It's simple, use your loaf/
b. Use your loaf, Danny, and you'll come up with good answers.

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