Mark and his friends had planned a weekend camping trip in the mountains. Everyone was excited and ready for an adventure.
But as soon as they arrived, dark clouds rolled in. One of the guys said, “Don’t worry, it’s probably just a passing shower.”
Famous last words. Within minutes, they were caught in a downpour.
Everyone ran for cover, but Mark’s tent had a broken pole. “Well,” he sighed, “we’re going to have to roll with the punches.”
The rain didn’t stop, and soon their firewood was soaked. Someone suggested going back home, but Mark said, “Let’s sleep on it and decide in the morning.”
Luckily, the next day was sunny. They dried everything and ended up having a great time. As they packed up to leave, Mark laughed and said, “All’s well that ends well!“
Idioms Used in the Story
1. Famous last words
Meaning: An ironic comment used when someone says something that turns out to be wrong.
Examples:
“This will be easy,” he said. Famous last words!
“I’m sure it won’t rain.” Famous last words.
2. Caught in a downpour
Meaning: To be caught outside when it suddenly rains heavily.
Examples:
We got caught in a downpour walking home.
She was caught in a downpour without an umbrella.
3. Roll with the punches
Meaning: To adapt to difficult situations without getting upset.
Examples:
Life isn’t perfect—you just have to roll with the punches.
When our flight was delayed, we rolled with the punches.
4. Sleep on it
Meaning: To delay making a decision until the next day.
Examples:
I’m not sure—let me sleep on it.
Big decisions shouldn’t be rushed. Sleep on it.
5. All’s well that ends well
Meaning: If the final outcome is good, the problems along the way don’t matter.
Examples:
We had some trouble, but all’s well that ends well.
The project was stressful, but all’s well that ends well.
