Under the weather
By Pamela, December 09 2019
If you’re not feeling well, physically or emotionally, then you can say that you feel under the weather. We use this expression when we want to imply that our health is slightly below its normal state.
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In the bag
By Pamela, November 11 2019
If you have something in the bag, it means that you are sure that you will achieve it or acquire it. We usually use this expression to predict a future success that seems certain or, at least, highly probable.
This expression can be used in a variety of situations, although it is better suited to informal contexts. For example: