VALENTINE'S DAY
IDIOMS
TAKE IT TO
HEART
DEFINITION
Take it to heart means to take something seriously, to
really consider its implications and take it to heart.
IN A SENTENCE
I took his criticism to heart and worked hard to
improve my skills.
BLEED YOUR
HEART OUT
DEFINITION
To openly express one's emotions and feelings, even if
they are difficult and painful, without fear of
judgement or criticism.
IN A SENTENCE
I told my friend to go ahead and bleed her heart out
about her broken relationship.
LISTEN TO
ONE'S HEART
DEFINITION
To listen to one's heart is to take the time to recognize
and understand one's feelings and emotions, and to
act on them in a way that is true to oneself.
IN A SENTENCE
He decided to listen to his heart and pursue his
dreams of becoming a musician.
EAT YOUR
HEART OUT
DEFINITION
This phrase is often used to express admiration or
envy towards someone or something.
IN A SENTENCE
If you're jealous of my success, eat your heart out!
HEART ON
YOUR SLEEVE
DEFINITION
This phrase means to show your emotions openly,
without trying to hide them.
IN A SENTENCE
I'm not one to wear my heart on my sleeve, but I'm
feeling very vulnerable right now.
HAVE A
HEAVY
HEART
DEFINITION
To have a heavy heart is to feel sad or overwhelmed by
emotion.
IN A SENTENCE
My heavy heart ached as I thought of all the difficult
choices I had to make.
CHANGE OF
HEART
DEFINITION
To have a change of heart means to change one's
opinion, feelings, or beliefs about something or
someone.
IN A SENTENCE
I was determined to leave, but after hearing your
story, I've had a change of heart and I'm going to stay.
HAVE A
HEART OF
GOLD
DEFINITION
To have a heart of gold means to be kind, generous,
and compassionate.
IN A SENTENCE
My grandmother has a heart of gold and always puts
the needs of others before her own.
STEAL
SOMEONE'S
HEART
DEFINITION
To steal someone's heart is to make them feel deeply
loved and admired.
IN A SENTENCE
He stole her heart with his kind words and gentle
touch.
HAVE A
HEART TO
HEART
DEFINITION
Describes an honest and open conversation between
two people that is focused on emotions, and thoughts.
IN A SENTENCE
I think you and I should have a heart to heart and
discuss our issues before they become unmanageable.
LEAVE YOUR
HEART AT
THE DOOR
DEFINITION
This phrase is often used to mean that you should not
let your emotions cloud your judgement.
IN A SENTENCE
When you enter the room, remember to leave your
heart at the door so you can remain objective.
HAVE THE
HEART OF A
LION
DEFINITION
Having the heart of a lion means having the courage
and bravery to face any challenge with strength.
IN A SENTENCE
He may be small, but he has the heart of a lion and
never backs down from a challenge.
HAPPY
VALENTINE'S DAY
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