A. Binominals are expressions where two words are joined by a conjunction (usually ‘and’)
A1. Odds and ends: small, unimportant things (e.g. Let’s get the main things packed; we can do the odds and ends later.)
A2. Give and take: a spirit of compromise (e.g. Every relationship needs a bit of give and take to be successful.)
B. Binominal: sound pattern
B1. Tears are part and parcel of growing up. (part of/ belong to)
B2. The boss was ranting and raving at us. (shouting/ very angry)
B3. The old cottage has gone to rack and ruin. (ruined/ decayed)
B4. He’s so prim and proper at work. (rather formal and fussy)
B5. The hotel was a bit rough and ready. (poor standard)
B6. She has to wine and dine important clients. (entertain)
C. Binominal: near-synonyms
C1. You can pick and choose; it’s up to you. (have a wide choice)
C2. My English is progressing in leaps and bounds. (big jumps)
C3. It’s nice to have some peace and quiet. (peace/ calm)
C4. The doctor recommended some rest and recreation/ R and R. (relaxation)
C5. First and foremost, you must work hard. (first/ most importantly)
(Source: English Vocabulary in Use, Cambridge University Press)