Idioms Set Four Example Sentences

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master these idioms.

Go the extra mile = to put in extra effort when you do something

Keep an eye on someone/something = to watch or look after carefully
Have a short fuse = to become angry very easily
Hang in there = to stay determined in a difficult situation

If you go the extra mile at work, you will become noticed and are more likely to be offered
promotions and salary increases.

Staying at this hotel was a pleasurable experience. All the staff here go the extra mile to
make sure the guests are happy.

The president is determined to make peace with the country. He’s willing to go the extra
mile to make sure it happens.

Teacher: Your daughter is doing fantastically well. She always goes the extra mile when
completing her work.
Mother: That’s wonderful to hear.

I’ve put on more than 4 kilograms recently. I really need to start keeping an eye on what I
eat.

In business, it’s important to keep an eye on competitors to see what they are planning and
try to keep ahead.

Learner: Am I doing well?

Driving instructor: Not too bad. Make sure you keep an eye on your rear-view mirror while
driving.
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The man sat on the bench with his book and kept an eye on his three children while they
played in the park.

Lee used to have a short fuse. He would get angry over the smallest thing. Now he is
completely different.

Teacher: I need to talk to you about your son. He is working very well, but he has a short
fuse.
Father: Yes, I think he gets it from me. We are trying to sort out the problem.

Police know the man well. He is always getting into fights and arguments because he has a
short fuse.

Rita decided to leave Will because he had a short fuse and was too demanding.

The boxer was exhausted and almost got knocked out, but he hung in there and managed
to win a thrilling fight.

Claire: My life is such a mess. I lost my job, my boyfriend left me, and now I don’t have any
money.
Emma: Hang in there Claire. Things will get better soon. I’m always here for you.

Medical school is so difficult that part of me really wants to quit. But I’m going to hang in
there and complete my studies.

Our business is going through some tough times, but we are hanging in there. We’re
determined to make it a success.

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