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Fire away |
Is an informal, encouraging phrase used to tell someone they can go ahead and start speaking, telling a story, or asking questions without hesitation |
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Kids in tow |
Means you are out and about with children accompanying you or following closely behind under your care and supervision |
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Under the radar |
Means to go unnoticed, avoid attracting attention, or operate without public or official scrutiny |
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One thing leads to another |
Means that a series of events happens where each action or occurrence directly causes the next one, often leading to an unplanned, unexpected, or escalating result |
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Another nail in the coffin |
Means an event, mistake, or action that causes further damage to a person, plan, or business that is already struggling and brings it closer to complete failure |
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To give someone the benefit of the doubt |
Means to choose to trust or believe a person, even when there is uncertainty or a lack of clear evidence about whether they are telling the truth or doing the right thing |
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Stinks to high heaven |
Means to give off an extremely foul odor or to be completely suspicious, dishonest, or corrupt |
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Fingers crossed |
Used to wish for good luck or to strongly hope that a positive outcome happens |
| 9 |
Off the clock |
Means you are not currently working or being paid by your job |
| 10 |
Pop my balloon |
Mean a viral dating rejection, a sudden disappointment, or the shattering of an illusion depending on the context |
| 11 |
I'm here all week |
Is a self-deprecating joke or sarcastic quip used after telling a bad joke, a cheesy pun, or a dad joke |
| 12 |
If it was a snake, it would have bit you |
Means that the object you are searching for is right in front of you or extremely close all along |
| 13 |
Busting my chops |
Busting my chops" primarily means to give someone a hard time through teasing, criticism, or nagging, but it can also mean working extremely hard |
| 14 |
Stare down the barrel |
Means to face a very dangerous, threatening, or unpleasant situation |
| 15 |
Drove hard and put out wet |
Means someone or something looks extremely exhausted, worn out, neglected, or in rough shape |
| 16 |
Pegged it |
Means having figured someone out |
| 17 |
To pee like a racehorse |
Means you have an urgent, powerful, and very large-volume need to urinate |
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Get underway |
Means to start, begin, or set an activity, event, or journey in motion |
| 19 |
Anchors aweigh |
Means that a ship's anchor has been hoisted clear of the sea bottom and the vessel is ready to get underway |
| 20 |
Liar, liar, pants on fire |
Means to accuse someone of telling a lie |
| 21 |
Being full as a tick |
Means you have eaten or drunk so much that your stomach feels completely stuffed, bloated, and stretched to capacity |
| 22 |
Been there, done that, got the t-shirt |
Means you have already experienced a specific situation or adventure, so it no longer excites, interests, or surprises you |
| 23 |
Hurry up and wait |
Means being rushed to finish a task or arrive at a place by a specific time, only to be forced to sit around and wait for a long period afterward |
| 24 |
Those are fighting words |
Means an insult or statement is so deeply offensive that it is expected to start an immediate physical fight |
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To be called on the carpet |
Means to be summoned by an authority figure or superior to be reprimanded, scolded, or questioned about a mistake or wrongdoing |
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Salute smartly and carry on |
Means accepting an order, decision, or chain of command with prompt respect and efficiency, and then immediately returning to the task at hand without complaint or hesitation |
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Backstabber |
Means a person who betrays the trust of a friend, ally, or coworker by harming them secretly or speaking ill of them when they are not around to defend themselves |
| 28 |
Been there, done that |
Means that you have already experienced a specific situation or activity and have no interest in doing it again |
| 29 |
Wreaking havoc |
Means causing great damage, widespread destruction, or severe disorder |
| 30 |
Believe you me |
Means "believe me" with extra emphasis to show that a statement is true |
| 31 |
To feel like death warmed up |
Means to feel extremely sick, exhausted, or physically unwell |
| 32 |
Total disregard |
Means a complete and absolute lack of care, respect, or attention toward rules, safety, or other people's feelings |
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It’s a crap shoot |
Means that a situation is completely unpredictable, risky, and up to pure chance or luck |
| 34 |
Lollygag |
Means to waste time by moving slowly, fooling around, or doing unimportant tasks instead of working |
| 35 |
Stick with what works |
Means to continue using a method, idea, product, or routine because it has already proven to be successful, reliable, or effective |
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No rest for the wicked |
Means your work, chores, or responsibilities never seem to end, even when you feel exhausted |
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To nickel and dime someone |
Means to subject them to a continuous series of small, petty financial charges or expenses that add up to a large, burdensome amount over time |
| 38 |
Blow my skirt up |
Means to excite, interest, or deeply please someone |
| 39 |
See a man about a horse |
Is an old-fashioned idiom used as a polite or humorous excuse when leaving a place without explaining where you are going |
| 40 |
Stay in your lane |
Means focusing on your own work, responsibilities, or expertise without interfering in the matters of others |
| 41 |
Close-knit family |
Means a group of relatives with strong emotional bonds who support each other, stay actively involved in each other's lives, and share deep affection |
| 42 |
The apple doesn't fall far from the tree |
Means a child shares similar traits, behaviors, or looks with their parents |
| 43 |
Throw that back in my face |
Means to reject an offer, help, or an apology in a rude way, or to use someone's past mistakes against them during an argument |
| 44 |
With great power comes great responsibility |
Means that people who have special abilities, wealth, or influence must use them to help others and avoid doing harm |
| 45 |
Dutch oven |
Means to fart in a bed and immediately pull the blanket over another |
| 46 |
Staring down the barrel |
Means facing an upcoming, serious danger or a very bad situation |
| 47 |
It’s a two-way street |
Means a situation or relationship where both people must share the work, effort, or care |
| 48 |
Lit a fire under me |
Means getting a sudden burst of energy, motivation, or pressure to act quickly and work hard, usually because of a looming deadline or a push from someone else. |
| 49 |
Keep up appearances |
Means to pretend that everything is fine, normal, or prosperous when your actual life or financial situation is doing very poorly |
| 50 |
Welcome to the club |
Means to tell someone that they share the same unpleasant situation, problem, or feeling as the speaker |
