Sophie decided to throw a surprise birthday party for her best friend, Lily.
“We’ll keep it simple,” she told Josh. “Just a few friends and a cake.”
But by the next day, Sophie had rented fairy lights, ordered a giant unicorn balloon, and invited half the school.
“Don’t you think you’re starting to get carried away?” Josh asked.
“Maybe… just a little,” she grinned.
When party day arrived, Lily walked in and nearly fainted.
Josh whispered, “This is either going to knock her socks off… or make her run.”
Luckily, Lily loved it. She gave Sophie a big hug and said, “You really went all out!”
Then someone accidentally popped the unicorn balloon, which scared the dog, who ran and knocked over the cake.
“Well,” Sophie sighed, “that’s what I get for trying to go big or go home.”
Lily laughed. “I wouldn’t have it any other way. You really made my day.”
Idioms Used in the Story
1. Get carried away
Meaning: To become overly enthusiastic or excited and go beyond reasonable limits.
Examples:
- I got carried away with shopping and spent too much.
- Don’t get carried away with the decorations.
2. Knock someone’s socks off
Meaning: To impress or amaze someone greatly.
Examples:
- That movie really knocked my socks off!
- Her singing will knock your socks off.
3. Go all out
Meaning: To put in maximum effort or go to great lengths.
Examples:
- They went all out for their wedding.
- He went all out to prepare for the exam.
4. Go big or go home
Meaning: If you’re going to try something, do it boldly or not at all.
Examples:
- We’re throwing a huge party — go big or go home!
- She chose the boldest outfit. Go big or go home, right?
5. Make someone’s day
Meaning: To make someone very happy.
Examples:
- Your message made my day.
- Seeing you smile makes my day every time.
