Complete the Phrase
1 / 15Some sayings finish themselves before you even think; others sit right on the tip of your tongue. We give you the start of a well-worn phrase and you supply the missing word — how many can you complete?
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Complete the phrase: "Break a ___"
About Complete the Phrase
Give your memory a workout with Complete the Phrase: 15 multiple-choice questions with a mix of 5 easy, 5 medium, 5 hard questions, free to play right in your browser. Fill in the missing word from well-known phrases, clichés, and expressions — how many can you complete? Expect to spend about 7 minutes; every question comes with an explanation, so you learn something even when you miss.
A few sample questions
1. Complete the phrase: "Break a ___"
Answer: Leg
"Break a leg" is a common way to wish someone good luck, especially in theater.
2. Complete the phrase: "Bite the ___"
Answer: Bullet
"Bite the bullet" means to endure a painful or difficult situation with courage.
3. Complete the phrase: "Hit the nail on the ___"
Answer: Head
"Hit the nail on the head" means to describe exactly what is causing a situation or problem.
4. Complete the phrase: "A penny for your ___"
Answer: Thoughts
"A penny for your thoughts" is a way of asking someone what they are thinking about.
5. Complete the phrase: "Let the cat out of the ___"
Answer: Bag
"Let the cat out of the bag" means to accidentally reveal a secret.
Things you'll learn along the way
- "Burning the midnight oil" means staying up very late to work or study.
- "The ball is in your court" means it is your turn to take action or make a decision.
- "Barking up the wrong tree" means to pursue a mistaken or misguided course of action.
Frequently asked questions
Will I lose my progress if I close the page?
Your overall progress — XP, streaks, and badges — is saved in your browser automatically. A quiz that's underway restarts if you leave mid-game, but at about 7 minutes, Complete the Phrase fits comfortably in one sitting.
How many questions are in Complete the Phrase?
Complete the Phrase has 15 multiple-choice questions. Each one has four answer options and an explanation that appears after you answer, so you learn something even when you miss.
Is Complete the Phrase free to play?
Yes. The entire SeniorBrainGames catalog — including Complete the Phrase — is free, with no sign-up required, no time limits, and no ads on top of the game. It also works offline once the page has loaded once.
How long does Complete the Phrase take?
Most players finish Complete the Phrase in about 7 minutes. You can pause between questions, replay it as often as you like, and there is no penalty for taking your time — answers are explained after you submit them.
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