Health Idioms
Agnes
British English
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British English
Olivia
American English
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American English
Charlotte
AUS English
Amaia
NZ English
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SA English
Geetha
IND English
1. An apple a day keeps the doctor away
This idiom means that eating healthily can help to keep you healthy and avoid getting sick.
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My grandmother always told me to eat an apple every day to stay healthy, saying "an apple a day keeps the doctor away."
I've started incorporating more fruits and vegetables into my diet, including an apple a day to help me stay healthy
While it's not a guarantee against illness, eating an apple a day can certainly contribute to good health
The old saying "an apple a day keeps the doctor away" has some truth to it, as apples are a good source of vitamins and fiber
I'm trying to improve my overall health, so I've started by making small changes like having an apple a day
2. Be fit as a fiddle
This idiom means to be in very good physical condition or health.
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After months of training, I feel as fit as a fiddle and ready to take on the marathon
My grandfather is almost 90 years old, but he's still as fit as a fiddle thanks to his active lifestyle
Regular exercise and a healthy diet can help you feel as fit as a fiddle, even as you age
Despite her busy schedule, my friend always makes time for exercise and is as fit as a fiddle
I was feeling a bit run down, but after a good night's sleep, I felt as fit as a fiddle the next day
3. Be the picture of health
This idiom means to appear very healthy and in good shape.
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After years of battling health issues, my doctor said that I was now a picture of health
With her glowing skin and boundless energy, my sister is the picture of health
Despite working long hours, my colleague always seems to be a picture of health
I was worried about my physical well-being, but my doctor assured me that I was a picture of health
It's important to take care of both your physical and mental health to be a picture of health
4. On the mend
This idiom means to be recovering from an illness or injury.
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After taking some medicine, I am finally on the mend
He is on the mend after his surgery last week
She has been feeling better every day and is now on the mend
The doctor said he is on the mend and should make a full recovery soon
The physical therapy has really helped him get on the mend
5. Be in good shape
This idiom means to be in good health and physical condition.
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I have been exercising regularly and eating healthy, so I am in good shape
He is in good shape for his age and can still run a mile without getting tired
She maintains a balanced diet and exercise routine to stay in good shape
The athlete is always in good shape and ready to compete
To be in good shape, it's important to take care of both your physical and mental health
6. Under the weather
This idiom means to be feeling ill or unwell.
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She couldn't come to work today because she's feeling a bit under the weather
He's been feeling under the weather since last night and hasn't been able to sleep
I think I'm coming down with a cold, I feel a bit under the weather
After staying up late and not eating properly, she felt a bit under the weather
He has been feeling under the weather for a few days now and needs to rest
7. Safe and sound
It implies that a person or thing has successfully escaped a dangerous or risky situation and has arrived at a place of safety.
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The hikers were relieved to be back home safe and sound after their trip
She made it through the storm and arrived at her destination safe and sound
The firefighters managed to rescue the family's pet and return it to them safe and sound
The child was found wandering alone but was returned safe and sound to their parents
They arrived at the airport with all their belongings intact and safe and sound
