The Rain That Broke the Camel's Back
In the sweltering heat of an Arabian desert, a caravan of travelers endured an arduous journey under the relentless sun. Each day, as they trudged through the unforgiving sands, the weight of their burdens grew heavier. Yet, they pressed on, driven by an unyielding determination to reach their destination.
One fateful day, as a fierce storm approached, the travelers sought shelter in an oasis. As the heavens opened and torrents of rain poured down, the weary camels collapsed under the weight of their soaking saddles. It was the proverbial "rain that broke the camel's back," a moment of overwhelming difficulty that shattered their resilience.
Rain that broke the camel's back: A final or overwhelming difficulty that causes something to fail or collapse
Under the Weather
Sarah awoke feeling a bit under the weather. Her head throbbed, her body ached, and her mind felt foggy. Despite her discomfort, she forced herself out of bed and tried to go about her day. But as the morning wore on, she realized that she was simply too run down to function.
Under the weather: Feeling slightly unwell or indisposed
Run down: Physically or mentally exhausted
Out of the Blue
Emily's day had been quite ordinary until she received a phone call that sent shockwaves through her being. It was her long-lost best friend, calling out of the blue. They had not spoken in years, but the conversation flowed effortlessly, as if no time had passed at all.
Out of the blue: Unexpectedly or suddenly
