| A | B |
| Sean had another birthday. He was over the hill. | getting old |
| We were soaking wet. It was raining cats and dogs. | a lot |
| He let the cat out of the bag when he told her the story. | tell a secret |
| Why are you so quiet, has the cat got your tongue? | unable to speak |
| He went whole hog on the party. | did too much |
| Bob said the test was difficult, but I thought it was a piece of cake. | very easy |
| I can't do this by myself,; can you lend me a hand? | help out |
| Have you seen Julie? I haven't seen her in ages. | for a long time |