IDIOMS ABOUT FRIENDSHIP Thick as thieves: Describes two or more people who are very close friends, often sharing secrets or doing things together. "Ever since they teamed up for that project, Jake and Mia have been as thick as thieves." Fair-weather friend: A person who is only a friend when circumstances are pleasant or profitable, but stops being supportive when things get tough. "When I faced financial troubles, I realized who my real friends were and who were just fair-weather friends." Go the extra mile: To make more effort than is expected of you. "Sarah always goes the extra mile for her friends; she's so dependable in times of need." EXERCISE When I needed help the most, Jamie wasn't there for me. I guess he was just a __________. Lila and Sophie have been best friends since kindergarten. They're always together and share all their secrets; they're as __________. It's amazing how much Mary cares about her friends. Whenever someone is in trouble, she's always willing to __________ to help them out.