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What are the uses of idiomatic expression?

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Idioms are for emphasis and interest. Using an idiom instead of just a phrase is more colorful. It sounds more interesting that way. It also adds more emphasis to what you say.
Example:

I felt very anxious waiting for the doctor. --- OR ---
I was on pins and needles waiting for the doctor

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I'm not sure what you mean by "italicized expression" here -- that term just means something that is printed in italic font.I also think maybe you mean OPPORTUNITY, which is not an idiom.

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