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Decision idioms in English

17 phrases from the lesson “On the Fence”.

• be on the fenceto be undecided about something
• jump the gunto act too soon, before the right moment
• cross that bridge when you come to itto deal with a problem only when it actually happens
• weigh the pros and consto consider the advantages and disadvantages of something
• sleep on itto wait until the next day before making a decision
• the lesser of two evilsthe less unpleasant of two bad options
• put your foot downto firmly refuse or insist on something
• leap before you lookto act quickly without thinking about the consequences
• change your mindto decide differently from a decision you made before
• stick to your gunsto firmly maintain your position or decision, even under pressure
• sit on the fenceto avoid choosing a side or making a decision
• burn your bridgesto damage a relationship or opportunity so badly it can't be repaired
• have a change of heartto change your mind or feelings about a decision
• think twice about sthto reconsider something carefully before doing it
• err on the side of cautionto choose the safer option when unsure
• take the road less traveledto choose an unconventional path rather than the usual one
• second-guess yourselfto doubt a decision you've already made