Sarah had just finished a long day at work. She wanted to relax, but when she walked into her apartment, the lights were on. “That’s strange,” she thought.

Suddenly, her two best friends jumped out and yelled, “Surprise!”

Sarah was over the moon. She hadn’t seen them in months. “You guys really pulled out all the stops,” she said, noticing the decorations and snacks.

They all sat down to catch up. One friend asked, “How’s your new job?”
Sarah sighed. “It’s been tough. I feel like I’m burning the candle at both ends.”

Her friend replied, “You should take it easy this weekend.”

Sarah smiled. “You’re right. Tonight is a good start!”

Later that evening, her friend spilled juice on the rug. Everyone laughed, and Sarah said, “No big deal. I’m just happy you’re here.”

Idioms Used in the Story

1. Over the moon

Meaning: Very happy.

Examples:
She was over the moon about her promotion.
I was over the moon when I won the prize.

2. Pull out all the stops

Meaning: To do everything possible to make something great.

Examples:
They pulled out all the stops for the wedding.
We’ll pull out all the stops for the event.

3. Burn the candle at both ends

Meaning: To work too hard and get too little rest.

Examples:
He’s burning the candle at both ends with work and school.
Don’t burn the candle at both ends—you need rest.

4. Take it easy

Meaning: To relax and not do too much.

Examples:
You’ve worked hard—take it easy this weekend.
After the exam, I’m going to take it easy.

5. No big deal

Meaning: Not a problem; not serious.

Examples:
It’s no big deal if you’re a little late.
You broke a glass? No big deal.