9 More American Sayings You Need to Know: Cut Corners, Face the Music & More! | English Makes No Sense Podcast

English Makes No Sense · Jun 11, 2026 · 13m

Are you confused when Americans say things like "cut corners," "back to the drawing board," or "face the music"?

In this episode of English Makes No Sense, you'll learn 9 common American sayings that native speakers use every day at work, with friends, and in everyday conversations.

You'll discover what these expressions really mean, where they come from, and how to use them naturally in your own English conversations.

In this episode, you'll learn:

✅ Cut corners

✅ Hit the nail on the head

✅ Back to the drawing board

✅ Rule of thumb

✅ In the loop / Out of the loop

✅ Up in the air

✅ Burning…