Example: He said it is a difficult problem, but I don't agree. It seems as easy as pie to me!
Ejemplo: El dijo, es un problema difícil, pero no estoy de acuerdo. Parece tan fácil como un pastel para mí.
2. be sick and tired of means "I hate" (also "can't stand")
Example: I'm sick and tired of doing nothing but work. Let's go out tonight and have fun.
Example: I'm sick and tired of doing nothing but work. Let's go out tonight and have fun.
Ejemplo: Estoy enfermo y cansado de no hacer nada más que trabajar. Vayamos fuera esta noche a pasarlo bien.
3. bend over backwards means "try very hard" (maybe too much!)
Example: He bent over backwards to please his new wife, but she never seemed satisfied.
Example: He bent over backwards to please his new wife, but she never seemed satisfied.
Hacer lo imposible significa "intentarlo fuertemente" (quizás demasiado)
Ejemplo: Él hizo lo imposible para satisfacer a su nueva esposa, pero ella nunca pareció satisfecha.
4. bite off more than one can chew means "take responsibility for more than one can manage"
Example: John is so far behind in his studies. Besides classes, he plays sports and works at a part-time job. It seems he has bitten off more than he can chew.
Example: John is so far behind in his studies. Besides classes, he plays sports and works at a part-time job. It seems he has bitten off more than he can chew.
Ejemplo: John esta muy atrasado en sus estudios. Además de las clases, juega deportes y trabaja media jornada. Parece que ha abarcado más de lo que puede controlar.



Good Idioms thanks!
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