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Today's Common Everyday Phrase
October 20, 2008

Common Everyday Phrases

Give it time

Just what I needed

Amy: "I'm so sorry that the dinner I gave you made you sick! I just can't seem to learn how to cook! "

Arthur: (calling from the bedroom) "I know you're trying, Amy. Just give it some time."

Amy: "Thanks, Arthur. Your encouragement is just what I needed!"

Give it time = Be patient; with time things will improve or change

Just what I needed = Exactly what was necessary for me right now


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