English Idioms

A hot potato

Speak of an issue (mostly current) which many people are talking about and which is usually disputed

It is up to you to make the next decision or step

Can't judge a book by its cover

Cannot judge something primarily on appearance.

Costs an arm and a leg

This idiom is used when something is very expensive.

Cross that bridge when you come to it

Deal with a problem if and when it becomes necessary, not before.

Cry over spilt milk

When you complain about a loss from the past.