2.1 Common Colloquial Phrases & Idioms
• go out of one’s way – to make a special effort (“She really went out of her way to help.”) • small gesture – a simple act of kindness (“That small gesture meant so much.”) • pay it forward – do a good deed for someone else after receiving kindness (“I saw her pay it forward at the café.”) • made my day – brightened my mood (“Your message really made my day.”) • warm fuzzy feeling – a pleasant, happy feeling (“I got a warm fuzzy feeling inside.”)