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Malak: Ramadan Kareem, Youssra! It feels like just yesterday we were kids, waiting eagerly for iftar.

Youssra: Ramadan Kareem, Malak! I know, time flies! We used to gather at Grandma’s house every evening. The whole family would be there, and the table was always full of delicious food.

Malak: Yes! And we used to compete to see who could eat the most sambousek. You always won!

Youssra: Haha, guilty as charged! But do you remember how we used to stay up all night, playing games and waiting for suhoor?

Malak: Oh yes! We used to listen to the musaharati’s drum and run to the window to wave at him. Those were the good old days.

Youssra: True! And I miss the decorations. We used to make lanterns out of colored paper. Now everything is store-bought.

Malak: Yeah, things have changed. Kids these days don’t know what they’re missing! We used to feel so excited about Ramadan, but now it seems like everyone's just glued to their phones.

Youssra: That’s life, I guess. But you know what they say, old habits die hard. I still make my own decorations, even if no one else does.

Malak: I love that! And I still wake up for suhoor even when I don’t need to. You can’t teach an old dog new tricks!

Youssra: Exactly! And no matter how much things change, Ramadan will always be special. It’s a trip down memory lane every year.

Malak: You’re right. Maybe we should bring back some of our old traditions. Let’s make lanterns again this year!

Youssra: Great idea! And let’s invite the kids too. Who knows? Maybe the apple doesn’t fall far from the tree!

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Idioms & Their Meanings

𐙚 Old habits die hard – It’s difficult to stop doing things you’ve been doing for a long time.


𐙚You can’t teach an old dog new tricks – It’s hard for people to change their long-standing habits.


𐙚A trip down memory lane – Thinking about happy memories from the past.


𐙚The apple doesn’t fall far from the tree – Children often behave like their parents or elders.

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Daily Use IDIOMS :

On the other hand - from another point of view

bear in mind - keep in mind

along the lines of - in a similar way

in the long run - over a long period of time

gold standard - excellent

a step back - an action that will be harmful

come into play - begin to be used

last resort - the only choice that remains

go hand in hand with - closely related to

the bottom line - the main point

in the early days - an early period of development

from scratch - from the beginning

to go without saying - very obvious

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Youssra:
Ahmed! I just brewed a fresh cup of coffee and let me tell you—it’s heaven in a cup!

Ahmed:
I can imagine! Coffee like that can really hit the spot, especially on a lazy afternoon.

Youssra:
Exactly! I was feeling a bit off, but now I feel like I can take on the world.

Ahmed:
Haha same here! Without my morning coffee, I'm not firing on all cylinders.

Youssra:
Same! It’s like my brain refuses to get into gear without it.

Ahmed:
Honestly, coffee is my cup of tea—no pun intended.

Youssra:
Haha! I feel you. Some people need motivation, I just need a good coffee and I’m good to go.

Ahmed:
We’re truly coffee lovers through and through. Maybe one day we should open our own café!

Youssra:
Now you’re speaking my language! Let’s brew up a plan soon.
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Idioms & Their Meanings:

Heaven in a cup = Something extremely enjoyable (especially a drink).

Hit the spot = Satisfy a craving perfectly.

Take on the world = Feel strong and confident.

Not firing on all cylinders = Not fully functional or alert.

Get into gear = Start working effectively.

Cup of tea = Something one enjoys.

Good to go = Ready to start.

Through and through = Completely.

You’re speaking my language = Talking about something I love.

Brew up a plan = Make a plan (with a coffee-related pun) ...

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Grab a cup of coffee (and a biscuit?) and test yourself! ☕️🍪 ...

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Reminder:
From this moment on, put yourself first.
Start a relationship with yourself. Focus on loving, respecting, cherishing, and admiring you first. Because when you love yourself, you won’t tolerate mistreatment—you will set boundaries! ...

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Youssra: Hey Malak! You won’t believe what happened today.
Malak: Don’t keep me waiting — what is it?
Youssra: I finally passed my driving test!
Malak: That’s amazing! Congrats, girl!
Youssra: Thanks! And the icing on the cake? My dad surprised me with a second-hand car.
Malak: No way! That’s literally the best news ever. You totally had your cake and ate it too!
Youssra: I know! I didn’t expect both things to happen at once.
Malak: Was the test hard though? I heard it’s super stressful.
Youssra: Honestly? It was a piece of cake. I was nervous, but everything went smoothly.
Malak: You make it sound so easy. I think I’d panic.
Youssra: Come on, don’t sugarcoat your fear — you’ve been practicing for weeks!
Malak: That’s true, but still... I don’t trust myself under pressure.
Youssra: You’ve got this. You're more capable than you think.
Malak: Aww, thanks cupcake. You’re always so encouraging.
Youssra: That’s what friends are for! Speaking of cupcakes... want to grab dessert later?
Malak: Yes please! You know I’ve got a sweet tooth.
Youssra: Haha, of course. Let’s celebrate with something ridiculously sugary.

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Idioms Used & Their Meanings:

1. The icing on the cake – Something that makes a good situation even better.


2. Have your cake and eat it too – To get two good things at the same time, usually considered impossible.


3. A piece of cake – Something very easy.


4. Sugarcoat (something) – To make something seem more pleasant or acceptable than it really is.


5. Cupcake – A term of endearment for someone sweet or loved.


6. Sweet tooth – A strong liking for sweet foods or desserts.


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Thinking or Feeling?


Xenalia: Noor, I really admire how sensible you are. You always think things through before jumping in. I, on the other hand, wear my heart on my sleeve.

Noor: That’s sweet, Xenalia. But being sensitive isn't a bad thing. It means you care deeply, and that’s rare these days. Still, I try to keep a level head when emotions run high.

Xenalia: I wish I could be like that. Sometimes I cry over spilled milk—literally and emotionally.

Noor: Hey, don’t beat yourself up. Everyone handles things differently. You have a heart of gold. Just don’t let people walk all over you.

Xenalia: Thanks, Noor. I guess I need to learn to take things with a grain of salt. Not every word should hit me like a ton of bricks.

Noor: Exactly. And remember, even the most sensible person needs a shoulder to cry on sometimes ...

Idioms & Their Meanings:

1. Wear my heart on my sleeve – Show emotions openly.

2. Keep a level head – Stay calm and sensible during difficult situations.

3. Cry over spilled milk – Be upset about something that can't be undone.

4. Don’t beat yourself up – Don’t blame or criticize yourself too harshly.

5. Heart of gold – A kind and generous nature.

6. Walk all over you – Take advantage of someone's kindness or sensitivity.

7. Take things with a grain of salt – Don’t take things too seriously or literally.

8. Hit me like a ton of bricks – Affect me strongly or suddenly.

9. A shoulder to cry on – Someone who listens and offers comfort.

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Youssra: Ugh, it’s so hot today! I feel like I’m melting.
Mariam: Tell me about it! It’s boiling hot out there.
Youssra: And to make things worse, the bus was late, so I had to walk in the sun. Now I’m completely hot under the collar.
Mariam: Oh no! And you already had a bee in your bonnet about the air conditioner not working at the office.
Youssra: Exactly! It’s like everything is against me today.
Mariam: Well, let’s grab some iced coffee. Maybe we can chill out before we go back.
Youssra: Good idea. I definitely need to cool down — both my body and my mood!

Idioms & Meanings :

Bee in your bonnet – To be angry or upset about something and keep thinking about it.

Boiling hot – Extremely hot weather.

Hot under the collar – Angry or annoyed.

Chill out – To relax and calm down.

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