Why Do English Speakers Have "Ants in Their Pants"?

Episode Summary

Dive into 5 vivid English idioms that will immediately enhance your language skills and help you
sound more natural. In this episode of CrashCasts, we explore colorful expressions from "having ants
in your pants" to "going the extra mile" with clear examples and cultural context to help you
confidently use these phrases in everyday conversation.

What You'll Learn

• "Have ants in your pants" (01:45) - Expressing restlessness, impatience, or excited energy
• "Behind closed doors" (03:06) - Discussing things happening in private or secretly
• "Deliver the goods" (04:15) - Meeting or exceeding expectations, performing well
• "Go the extra mile" (05:30) - Putting in additional effort beyond what's required
• "In two minds" (06:54) - Feeling undecided or torn between options
• Cultural context and origins of these common expressions
• Practical examples of how to use each idiom naturally

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