compare notes (with somebody) (on something)
Definition: to exchange opinions (with somebody) (on something)
Example: Our teacher asked us to read the novel and then compare notes with each other on it.
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fly off the handle
Definition: to become very angry suddenly
Example: He flew off the handle when I mentioned her name.
Usage note: informal idiom
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go downhill
go downhill
Definition: to become worse; to deteriorate
Example: The company, which used to be one of the world's leaders, started to go downhill five years ago.
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forty winks
forty winks
Definition: a short sleep during the day
Example: I was having forty winks when the phone rang.
Usage note: informal idiom
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let the cat out of the bag
let the cat out of the bag
Definition: to reveal a secret by mistake
Example: Our plan for a surprise party was foiled by Tom, who let the cat out of the bag.
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