Grammar, Vocabulary, Idioms, Phrases, English

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English Vocabulary lesson 102 To make no bones ( idiom) Many times you speak in an upfront manner, not caring what others would say or feel about the same.To make no bones is an idiom that basically means to say or do something without hesitating or thinking twice.When you say something very clearly and directly about what you think or feel, however unpleasant, embarrassing or offending it may be, it means you make no bones about it.Whatever the case may be, you dont try to hide your feelings and you are actually very frank and speak straight to the point without wasting a minute. It also means to say something that leaves no doubt or to have objection to it, so there is very little or no room for argument. On the contrary, when you make bones about something, it means you have a difficulty in accepting something.In this idiom, make is a verb, its past form as well as the past participle is made.For example, If the COO of a company makes no bones about a scandal that had taken place last year, it means that he is open and honest about it and doesnt feel embarrassed at all.Okay, now that you know what this idiom means, lets take a look at some example sentences to see how you can use it I your daily conversation.Example 01 Williams made no bones about expressing his dissatisfaction with the food and service at the newly opened cafeteria.Example 02 Catherine is fed up of being in a terrible marriage, she makes no bones about wanting to end her marriage legally.Example 03 All the team members dislike their team manager as he makes no bones about criticizing their efficiency at work.Example 04 Natasha was not happy with the test drive of the car, she made no bones mentioning about its poor performance.Example 05 The inconsiderate journalist made no bones about publishing very personal details of the famous super stars life in one of the dailies.Example 06 At a meeting with the top management of the company, Lisa made no bones about hoping to be promoted to a higher designation, as she knew she was a very talented and deserving candidate.Example 07 In an argument with John, Rosy finally made no bones about telling him that she wasnt interested in marrying him.Example 08 At a family dinner, grandfather made no bones in speaking about all the sacrifices, compromises and efforts he made single handedly for starting his own business.Example 09 Though she didnt intend being harsh, the teacher made no bones about giving a feedback to her student for her low scores in the Math test.Has anyone ever made no bones about telling you something that didnt go down too well with you?Enjoy the lesson!httpwww.letstalkpodcast.comhttpwww.learnex.inhttpwww.letstalk.co.inHow to speak fluent EnglishFree English, English lesson, English video, vocabulary, business English, Grammar, learn grammar, English speaking, spoken English, learn English, speak English, speaking English, fluent English, fluency in English, English training video, speak fluent English, accent training, American accent, British accent, US accent, UK accent, accent training, personality development, words, sentences, public speaking, presentation, soft skills, how to, phrases, idioms, listening skills