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A smiling woman in a green jacket presses a big glowing button on a small machine. Behind her, a gray old street turns into a bright street full of colorful shops, with happy people walking.

What does “A game changer” mean?

“A game changer” means something new that changes a situation completely.

Example: The new bus line is a game changer for our town.

Emoji clue: video game controller, change arrows

Two runners, a man in a red shirt and a woman in a blue shirt, stand side by side at the same starting line on a flat green sports field. A referee in a yellow shirt checks that the ground is perfectly even.

What does “A level playing field” mean?

“A level playing field” means a fair situation where everyone has the same chance.

Example: Free online classes give every student a level playing field.

Emoji clue: balance scale, stadium

A serious woman in a purple blazer stands at a whiteboard and draws arrows and circles for a plan. Three coworkers sit at a table and look at her with interest.

What does “A game plan” mean?

“A game plan” means a plan for how to reach a goal.

Example: Before the meeting, we need a game plan.

Emoji clue: video game controller, clipboard

A sly man in a dark suit moves small figures on a table like chess pieces and smiles. Across from him, a confused woman holds her head, and small question marks float in the air above her.

What does “Mind games” mean?

“Mind games” means tricks that confuse someone's thoughts or feelings so you can win.

Example: Please stop the mind games and tell me the truth.

Emoji clue: brain, video game controller

A relaxed man in an orange shirt sits at a tidy desk, drinking coffee with his feet up, with all his papers finished. Behind him, three busy coworkers rush around with piles of paper.

What does “Ahead of the game” mean?

“Ahead of the game” means better or earlier than other people.

Example: I paid my bills early, so I am ahead of the game.

Emoji clue: fast forward, video game controller

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100 common English idioms and their meanings

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