Matching Pairs Technology IdiomsOnline version Find out the meaning of these idioms related to technology, inventions and future. by Míriam Tomàs 1 To do something differently, after it has been done in the same way for a long time. 2 To try to return to the past 3 To explain something to someone in a very complicated way, in order to impress them rather than help them understand. 4 To continue to work well over a long period of time or to remain popular or respected for a long time. 5 Rarely, once in a very long time. 6 To change your ideas or behaviour as the world or the situation changes. 7 Do something again, from the beginning, especially in a needless or inefficient effort. 8 If you say that, you mean that it’s obvious. 9 To become realistic; to become alert of what is going on around one. 10 When new ideas or products are tested on someone. To turn back the clock Come down to earth It doesn't take a rocket scientist Stand the test of time Blind someone with science Be somebody's guinea pig Once in a blue moon Move with the times Reinvent the wheel Break the mould