Turn of phrase WSJ Crossword Clue

Think of expressions that have meanings beyond their literal words.

An ????? is a phrase or expression whose meaning is different from the literal interpretation of its words.

The phrase 'turn of phrase' refers to a way of expressing something, which is exactly what an '?????' is—a set expression with a figurative meaning. The clue plays on the idea of how language can turn or twist to create new meanings.

“Cold feet” or “cold shoulder,” e.g., "Catch some rays" or "catch some Z's", "Talk turkey" or "eat crow", "Piece of cake" or "spill the beans", Translation challenge