1.    Absence makes the heart grow fonder: Time apart strengthens love.

2.    All good things must come to an end: Nothing lasts forever.

3.    Don't cry over spilled milk: Don't dwell on past mistakes.

4.    Everything happens for a reason: Trust that events unfold for a greater purpose.

5.    Good things come to those who wait: Be patient and persistent.

6.    Honesty is the best policy: Always tell the truth.

7.    Idle hands are the devil's workshop: Find something productive to do.

8.    It's never too late to learn: One can always gain knowledge.

9.    Keep your chin up: Stay positive in difficult times.

10.  Knowledge is power: Education is valuable.

11.          As fit as a fiddle: In excellent health.

12.          Butter my biscuits!: Expressing surprise or delight.

13.          Couldn't pour water out of a boot if the instructions were on the heel: Completely inept.

14.          Fit to be tied: Extremely angry or frustrated.

15.          Gone batty: Lost one's mind.

16.          He/She is all hat and no cattle: All talk and no action.

17.          Laughing your head off: Laughing uncontrollably.

18.          Light a fire under someone: Motivate someone to take action.

19.          Once in a blue moon: Very rarely.

20.          Raining cats and dogs: Heavy rain.

21.          Apple of my eye: Someone cherished deeply.

22.          Barking up the wrong tree: Looking in the wrong place for something.

23.          Bee in your bonnet: An obsession or worry.

24.          Bell the cat: Take a daring action.

25.          Bent out of shape: Upset or angry.

26.          Bite the bullet: Do something unpleasant that needs to be done.

27.          Burn the midnight oil: Stay up late working.

28.          Carry a torch for someone: Be secretly in love with someone.

29.          Caught red-handed: Caught in the act of doing something wrong.

30.          Cold shoulder: Ignoring someone deliberately.

31.          Cut corners: Take shortcuts that can lead to problems later.

32.          Don't count your chickens before they hatch: Don't celebrate success before it happens.

33.          Forbidden fruit: Something tempting but out of reach.

34.          A house divided cannot stand: Internal conflict weakens a group.

35.          Look before you leap: Think carefully before taking action.

36.          No pain, no gain: Effort is necessary for achievement.

37.          Pride comes before a fall: Excessive pride can lead to misfortune.

38.          Strike while the iron is hot: Take advantage of an opportunity when it arises.

39.          Too many cooks spoil the broth: Having too many people involved can create problems.

40.          Two wrongs don't make a right: Responding negatively to negativity doesn't solve anything.

41.          Bless you!: Said after someone sneezes.

42.          By gum!: An exclamation of surprise.

43.          Excuse me: A polite way to get someone's attention.

44.          Good morning/afternoon/evening: Greetings depending on the time of day.

45.          May I?: Asking permission politely.

46.          Mind your manners: Behave appropriately.

47.          Nice to meet you: Greeting someone for the first time.

48.          Pardon my French: An apology for swearing.

49.          Please and thank you: Basic expressions of courtesy.

50.          Sir/Madam: Formal terms of address.

51.          All shook up: Very upset or confused.

52.          As clear as mud: Completely unclear.

53.          Cost an arm and a leg: Very expensive.

54.          Fair and square: Honest and just.

55.          A rolling stone gathers no moss: Change can be beneficial.

56.          Actions speak louder than words: Deeds matter more than talk.

57.          Don't judge a book by its cover: Appearances can be deceiving.

58.          Every cloud has a silver lining: There's good in every bad situation.

59.          Experience is the best teacher: Learning from what happens to you.

60.          Failure is not the opposite of success, it's part of it: Mistakes are stepping stones.

61.          Good fences make good neighbors: Maintaining boundaries leads to better relationships.

62.          Great minds think alike: People with similar intelligence come to similar conclusions.

63.          Haste makes waste: Taking time leads to better results.

64.          Honesty is the best policy: Always tell the truth. (This one deserves saying twice!)

65.          It takes two to tango: Something requires cooperation from both sides.

66.          Feeling under the weather: Not feeling well.

67.          Full of hot air: Talking a lot but saying nothing substantial.

68.          Go bananas: Lose control or go crazy.

69.          He/She is batty: A bit crazy or eccentric.

70.          Hit the nail on the head: Exactly right or accurate.

71.          Horse feathers!: Nonsense!

72.          I should have known better!: Expressing regret for a bad decision.

73.          Keep your hair on!: Don't panic or get too upset.

74.          Laughing fit to bust: Laughing uncontrollably.

75.          Light as a feather: Very lightweight.

76.          Drop a dime: Make a phone call (from payphones that cost 10 cents).

77.          Feeling froggy?: Asking someone if they want to fight (informal).

78.          Get your act together: Behave properly or focus on what you need to do.

79.          Give someone the cold shoulder: Ignore someone deliberately.

80.          Go the extra mile: Put in extra effort.

81.          Greenhorn: A beginner or inexperienced person.

82.          Have a ball!: Have a great time.

83.          High and dry: Stranded or in a difficult situation.

84.          Hit the hay: Go to bed.

85.          Keep a stiff upper lip: Remain calm and stoic despite challenges.

86.          A penny saved is a penny earned: Saving money is important.

87.          Curiosity killed the cat: Be cautious when being inquisitive.

88.          Don't bite the hand that feeds you: Don't hurt someone who helps you.

89.          Easy come, easy go: Things gained quickly are easily lost.

90.          Fools rush in where angels fear to tread: Don't be reckless.

91.          After you: Offering someone to go first.

92.          Bless your heart: Can be genuine kindness or sassy depending on context.

93.          Chin-chin!: A toast (informal).

94.          Delighted to meet you: Formal way to greet someone for the first time.

95.          Excuse me please: A polite interruption.

96.          May I help you?: Offering assistance.

97.          No thank you: Politely declining an offer.

98.          You're welcome: Responding to "thank you."

99.          All thumbs: Clumsy or awkward.

100.         A stitch in time saves nine: Taking care of a small problem now prevents a bigger one later.

101.       Early to bed, early to rise, makes a man healthy, wealthy, and wise: A good night's sleep promotes health, success, and intelligence.

102.      Curiosity killed the cat, but satisfaction brought it back: It's okay to be curious, but be cautious too.

103.      Don't put all your eggs in one basket: Spread out your risks and don't rely on one thing for success.

104.      Use your noodle!: Use your head and think things through!

105.       Bless your heart: This could be genuine kindness or a sassy way of saying "that's unfortunate."

106.      I'm tickled pink!: Delighted or very happy.

107.       As cold as a witch's teat: Extremely cold.

108.        Couldn't care less: Expressing a complete lack of interest (might sound stronger than intended today).

109.       Full of beans: Energetic or lively.

110.      The cat's meow: The absolute best.

111.       Knee-high to a grasshopper: Very young.

112.       Up in arms: Very angry and determined to take action.

113.       Whistling in the dark: Trying to appear happy or unconcerned in a difficult situation.

114.      Keeps the doctor away: Healthy habits that prevent illness.