Is that a threat or a promise? In english explanation

The meaning, explanation, definition and origin of the idiom/phrase "is that a threat or a promise?", English Idiom Dictionary ( also found in Vietnamese )

Julia Huong

2022-07-15 10:07

threat or a promise, is that a

Is that a threat or a promise? phrase informal rhetorical question

Are you informing me of good or bad news?

A: If you tease me in public again, I'll hit you! B: Oh, is that a threat or a promise?

I'll have your guts for garters

To threaten that you will punish someone severely because of what they have done

take a rain check

To decline an invitation or suggestion now and promise to do so at a more convenient time.

cross my heart (and hope to die)

Used to say that what you're saying is true, or that you'll do what you promise .

No News is Good News

This idiom means if you haven't received information about something or someone, it means nothing bad has happened.

I'm not stupid or easily scared.

Do you see anything wrong?

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drastic times call for drastic measures

When you experience extreme and undesirable situations, it is probably essential to take extreme actions

Example:

I knew I would regret after I did that but I had no other choice. Drastic times call for drastic measures!

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