these are idioms explain what each means

1.burnign the candle on both ends.

2.by the skin of your teeth

also this metaphor..exlain

1.perception is reality

Check the two sites I posted for the meanings of the idioms.

The metaphor means that what you see (or think you see) is what is real to you.

1. "Burning the candle at both ends" is an idiom that means someone is working or exerting themselves excessively, often by staying up late and waking up early, to the point of exhaustion. This can refer to both physical and mental exertion.

2. "By the skin of your teeth" is an idiom used to describe a situation where someone barely manages to succeed or accomplish something, often narrowly escaping failure or disaster. It implies a very close or narrow margin of success.

To understand idioms like these, it's helpful to examine their origins:

1. "Burning the candle at both ends" likely originated from the idea of a candle that is lit at both ends, resulting in a faster consumption of the candle. It symbolizes a person's energy or resources being used up quickly from excessive work or activities.

To find the meaning of idioms, you can use various resources. One popular method is to consult a dictionary of idioms or a proverbs dictionary. There are also online resources and websites dedicated to explaining idioms, offering their historical context and interpretations.

Regarding the metaphor you mentioned:

1. "Perception is reality" is a metaphorical statement that suggests individuals' subjective interpretation or understanding of a situation defines their reality. In other words, how people perceive the world influences their beliefs, actions, and overall experience. It implies that reality is subjective and can be influenced by personal biases, experiences, and perspectives.

Metaphors like this can be analyzed by considering the individual components and their relationship:
- "Perception" refers to the way something is observed or understood by an individual.
- "Reality" represents the objective state of things, independent of personal opinions or beliefs.

Understanding metaphors typically involves examining the context in which they are used and considering the underlying concepts or ideas they convey. Exploring their usage in literature, speeches, or everyday conversations can provide further insights into their meaning and implications. There are also specialized books and websites available that offer explanations and analysis of metaphors.