Matching Pairs IDIOMSOnline version Match the idioms with their meaning by Marta YSDFD 1 Within a stone's throw 2 Bone of contention 3 Pull one's leg 4 Hold your ground 5 Burst into tears 6 A golden opportunity 7 Burn the midnight oil 8 Dog in the manger To begin to cry suddenly The subject or point of an argument Very close to something To stay up working, especially studying, late at night. To refuse to move backwards, especially when you are being attacked To kid, fool, or trick someone An excellent opportunity that is not likely to be repeated One who prevents others from enjoying something despite having no use for it.