Speak Better English with Harry Speak Better English with Harry | Episode 567
Dec 24, 2025
This podcast dives into intriguing movement-related idioms. Discover the meaning of phrases like 'a stone's throw' and 'as the crow flies', and learn how to use them in everyday conversation. Explore expressions such as 'follow your nose' for instinctual navigation and 'in the middle of nowhere' for remote locations. Gain insights into ‘make a beeline’ for direct action and the fun of taking the 'scenic route'. Each idiom is paired with clear examples to boost your understanding and confidence in speaking.
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Very Close: A Stone's Throw
- "A stone's throw" means something is very close in terms of location or position.
- Use it to describe proximity informally (e.g., a stone's throw from the motorway).
Straight-Line Distance: As The Crow Flies
- "As the crow flies" describes straight-line distance between two points.
- It contrasts with actual travel distance that follows roads and obstacles.
Follow Your Nose To Find Direction
- Follow your nose to get a general sense of direction when signs or landmarks guide you.
- Use visible cues (busier streets, shops) to judge when you're approaching a city centre.