What Is An Idom...?

An idiom is an expression consisting of a

combination of words that have a figurative meaning. The
figurative meaning is comprehended in regard to a common
use of the expression that is separate from the literal meaning
or definition of the words of which it is made.Idioms are
numerous and they occur frequently in all languages. There
are estimated to be at least 25,000 idiomatic expressions in
the English
language. (source :http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Idiom) 
 
Can I Use Idioms In My Essay...? 
 Students are encouraged to  use idioms in PT3 and SPM
examinations.Using relevant and suitable idioms in an
essay will help students to get a better mark for their
essay. 
 Don't simply use idioms just for the sake of getting better
grades for your essay paper, this will backfire if the
idioms you use are irrelevant or out of place. 
 You can use idioms in the beginning paragraph or in the
body paragraph or in the closing paragraph. It all
depends on the topic and suitability of the idioms used. 
 Be careful not to over do it.You might be impressed but it
does not necessarily mean the examiner would be.
  Do not use idioms when writing formal letters or
business letters.
 So, for a better grade use at least three idioms.If you
can't write three at least write one idiom in the closing
paragraph.

Sample Sentences  With Idioms...

 

1. The suffering Adam went through in life was

actually a blessing in disguise,for it has taught him to
be prudent and thrifty with his finances. 
2. Many obese Malaysians are actually couch
potatoes.They just like to sit and eat on a couch all day
long watching movies without moving an inch.
3. Students who like to drag their feet will not be able to
finish their school project on time.
4. Students need to widen their horizons in order to face
the challenges of globalisation.
5. People who like to be mules for drug traffickers must
learn to face the music if caught by the authorities.
6. Sam has a gut feeling that something bad is going to
happen today.
7. Parents need to have a heart to heart talk with their
teenage children often.This will help them to  understand
the emotional turmoil their teenage children are going
through better.
8. Reading helps a person to be knowledgeable about his
surroundings and not be in the dark.
9. Parents need to keep an eye on their children's after
school activities.
10. We packed our things and headed to the remote
village in Manjala. The journey was quite challenging
and dangerous but we managed to steer clear of
danger and reached the village safe and sound. 

1. My father and mother are always at loggerheads, they

never once agreed on anything, alwayspointing
fingers at one another over silly matters.
2. Sandy was on cloud nine as she got through her SPM
examination with flying colours.
3. After waiting for six long years, Pat and Mandy
finally tied the knot. Their parents gave them anout of
this world wedding reception as a wedding gift.
4. Henry is quite wrapped up with his construction work.
He just can't afford to take a break or put up his
feet even for a second.
5. Miranda has put on weight after giving birth to her baby
girl. She plans to work out more to shed the
extra pounds.
6. Starting from 2013, every student must pass their History
paper. Students are worried that they might not be able
to sail through it because History is  all Greek to them. 
7. The old house opposite my house has a ghostly
presence, it gives me goose bumps just looking at it.
8. The bank was robbed in broad daylight.The police are
not leaving any stones unturned,they are working out a
game plan to catch the mastermind.
9. People around the world must have an attitude of give
and take in order to enjoy continuous peace.Insensitive
words or religious undertones will only create ripples
 which can turn into avicious cycle of unnecessary
violence.
10. The two opposing political parties are hoping for
a landslide victory this coming election. Working
committes from both parties have rolled up their
sleeves for some serious campaining